Feeling Stuck in the Past?
Have you ever felt like no matter what you do, the memories, worries, or sadness from your past keep following you? Perhaps a flashback hits at the worst possible moment, leaving you shaken and disoriented. Maybe anxiety or depression has quietly shaped your daily life, making it harder to feel joy, peace, or confidence. You wake up with a sense of dread, move through your day on autopilot, and go to bed wondering if things will ever feel different.
Many adults carry the weight of unresolved trauma-events that may have happened years or even decades ago-and these experiences continue to influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors long after the moment has passed. You might find yourself replaying old memories, feeling triggered by situations that seem unrelated, or feeling powerless in the face of emotions that come out of nowhere.
If you've tried therapy, mindfulness, or self-help but still feel "stuck," it's not because you're broken. Trauma embeds itself deep in the nervous system, creating patterns that can feel impossible to shift on your own.
This is exactly where EMDR therapy can help.
With compassionate support and evidence-based tools, you can learn to remember your past without reliving it-and step back into your life with more freedom, clarity, and control.
You're Not Alone
Many people experiencing anxiety, depression, or trauma-related symptoms feel isolated-like everyone else has it figured out while they're quietly falling apart on the inside. But the truth is, these experiences are incredibly common.
PTSD symptoms can also show up in unexpected ways. You might notice:
- intrusive memories or images that catch you off guard
- nightmares or distressing dreams
- avoiding certain places or situations without fully knowing why
- feeling constantly on alert or easily startled
- shutting down emotionally or disconnecting from others
These are not signs of weakness. They are signs your nervous system is overwhelmed and trying to protect you.
The good news is: you don't have to stay stuck in these patterns.
EMDR therapy offers a structured, gentle way to process what happened so it no longer dictates how you think, feel, or react.
Whether through standard sessions or EMDR intensives, healing is absolutely possible.
Imagine Feeling Free Again
Imagine waking up without dread. Imagine going through your day without being haunted by memories or overwhelmed by anxiety. Imagine feeling present, grounded, and in control again.
This is what EMDR makes possible.
Clients often tell me things like:
"It feels like I can finally breathe again."
"The memories are still there, but they don't run my life anymore."
Your past doesn't have to shape your future. There is a path forward.
How EMDR Therapy Can Help
What Is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy used worldwide to treat trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and depression. It helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they lose their emotional intensity.
Unlike traditional talk therapy alone, EMDR therapy allows your brain to naturally heal, integrate, and release what has been stuck for far too long.
EMDR Intensive Sessions
For clients who want deeper, faster progress, I offer EMDR Intensive sessions-3-hour blocks designed for focused, transformational work.
During an intensive, we:
- identify the key memories or patterns impacting your life
- use EMDR techniques to process these safely and effectively
- integrate grounding practices to anchor new emotional shifts
Many people experience breakthroughs during EMDR intensives that may take weeks or months in traditional therapy.
And if you prefer a slower pace, I also offer standard 50-minute EMDR sessions-steady, gentle progress that honors your comfort.
How EMDR Works
In both standard and intensive sessions, you'll recall difficult memories while engaging in bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or gentle tones). This stimulates the brain's natural healing system, helping you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control.
Over time, EMDR therapy helps you release limiting beliefs, integrate new perspectives, and experience a more grounded sense of self.
Who Can Benefit
EMDR is highly effective for adults experiencing:
- Anxiety or panic linked to trauma
- Hypervigilance
- Intrusive memories, flashbacks, or nightmares
- Avoidance of reminders connected to past trauma
- Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected
- Being easily startled or constantly on guard
- Depression or chronic low mood
- Grief or loss
- Chronic stress and overwhelm
- Childhood or relational trauma
- Deeply rooted patterns tied to identity or self-worth
Clients often report:
- feeling calmer and less reactive
- greater emotional awareness and confidence
- relief from long-standing triggers
- a renewed sense of presence and stability
My Approach
With 25+ years of experience, I offer a compassionate, steady, and grounded presence. I integrate trauma-focused EMDR with supportive tools and nervous system work to create a safe, responsive environment for healing.
I also collaborate with medical and mental health providers when helpful, ensuring a holistic and coordinated approach.
What You Can Expect
- Safety First: We begin every session with grounding and stabilization
- Your Pace: Choose standard 50-minute EMDR sessions or 3-hour EMDR intensives
- Real Progress: Most clients notice relief early, with deeper shifts over time
- Integrated Support:EMDR blends well with talk therapy, medication, and mindfulness
Common Questions
Will EMDR feel overwhelming?
No. EMDR therapy is designed to be safe and contained, and I guide you every step of the way.
How quickly will I notice change?
Some people feel shifts in the first few sessions. EMDR intensives often accelerate progress.
Can I combine EMDR with other treatments?
Absolutely. EMDR works beautifully alongside talk therapy, medication, and mindfulness.
Is EMDR useful if other therapies didn't help?
Yes. Many people come to EMDR therapy after feeling stuck elsewhere-and finally experience the breakthroughs they've been trying to reach for years.
Take the First Step Toward Healing
You deserve a life where you feel safe in your own mind and body—a life where anxiety doesn’t dictate your choices, and your past no longer defines you.
That life is absolutely possible with EMDR therapy.
Take the first step toward healing and clarity by booking your intake session today, and together we can explore the approach that’s right for you.