EMDR Therapy
Help to heal trauma
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders.
EMDR therapy does not require talking in detail about the distressing issue or completing homework between sessions. EMDR therapy, rather than focusing on changing the emotions, thoughts, or behaviors resulting from the distressing issue, allows the brain to resume its natural healing process.
EMDR therapy is designed to resolve unprocessed traumatic memories in the brain. For many clients, EMDR therapy can be completed in fewer sessions than other psychotherapies.
Our brains have a natural way to recover from traumatic memories and events. This process involves communication between the amygdala (the alarm signal for stressful events), the hippocampus (which assists with learning, including memories about safety and danger), and the prefrontal cortex (which analyzes and controls behavior and emotion). While many times traumatic experiences can be managed and resolved spontaneously, they may not be processed without help.
Stress responses are part of our natural fight, flight, or freeze instincts. When distress from a disturbing event remains, the upsetting images, thoughts, and emotions may create feelings of overwhelm, of being back in that moment, or of being “frozen in time.” EMDR therapy helps the brain process these memories, and allows normal healing to resume. The experience is still remembered, but the fight, flight, or freeze response from the original event is resolved.”
EMDR therapy helps children, teenagers, and adults of all ages. Therapists use EMDR therapy to address a wide range of challenges:
- Anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias
- Chronic Illness and medical issues
- Bipolar disorders
- Dissociative disorders
- Eating disorders
- Grief and loss
- Pain
- Performance anxiety
- Personality disorders
- PTSD and other trauma and stress-related issues
- Sexual assault
- Sleep disturbance
- Violence and abuse
EMDR therapy is a mental health intervention. As such, it should only be offered by properly trained and licensed mental health clinicians.
EMDR Therapy In-Person Locations
Utah
Idaho
Arizona
Colorado
Florida
Massachusetts
Wisconsin
Washington
Insurance for EMDR Therapy
Many Meadowbrook Counseling clients use insurance for emdr therapy when the service is clinically appropriate and covered by their plan. Coverage varies by plan, therapist, state, location, diagnosis, and appointment type. Our team can help verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Why Choose Meadowbrook?
We're committed to providing the highest quality care in a warm, supportive environment.
Licensed Professionals
All our therapists are fully licensed with specialized training in evidence-based approaches.
Compassionate Care
We create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your concerns openly.
Flexible Options
Choose between in-person sessions at our convenient locations or secure telehealth appointments.
Ready to Get Started?
Take the first step toward healing and growth. Schedule your consultation today and let us help you find the right path forward.