Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

For the memories that still live in your body

Trauma Focused EMDR therapy for adults in Massachusetts — online and in person in Plymouth MA

EMDR

You have talked it through and you understand the why, but your body still reacts like the danger is here. It is frustrating to feel smart about your patterns and still feel stuck in them. EMDR offers another way in. We work with your brain and nervous system so the past can settle and your present can breathe.

I provide EMDR therapy for adults in Plymouth and via secure telehealth across Massachusetts.

EMDR works with your brain and nervous system to soften triggers and restore trust in yourself.

You’ve tried everything you can think of to feel better, but nothing’s sticking.

We’ll help your brain file the past where it belongs so the present can breathe.

We’ll help your body learn it’s safe again so your day-to-day feels lighter and clearer.

We’ll lower the charge on old memories so your nervous system can relax into now.

EMDR therapy can help you trust yourself more and move through your day with steadier calm

EMDR is an evidence-based method that helps the brain reprocess stuck memories so they lose their charge.

  • Your brain is built to heal. Under stress, different parts of the brain work together—the amygdala (your internal alarm), the hippocampus (your memory and context center), and the prefrontal cortex (your wise planner and problem-solver). Often, this system processes hard experiences on its own. But when something is too overwhelming or too much for too long, the memories can get “stuck,” and your brain may need support to finish the healing work.

    That’s where EMDR comes in. When we’ve been through something difficult, our natural fight, flight, or freeze responses can linger. You might notice vivid images, intrusive thoughts, or intense emotions that make it feel like you’re right back in the moment—or frozen there. EMDR helps your brain reprocess those memories so they’re stored in a way that feels settled and in the past. You still remember what happened, but the alarm quiets, your body can relax, and you gain more choice in how you feel and respond.

  • • Triggers feel less intense and pass more quickly
    • Self-talk softens and feels more accurate
    • Sleep, energy, and boundaries improve as your system steadies
    • You feel more present, less pulled into the past

  • EMDR therapy is a gentle, evidence-based approach that helps both kids and adults heal what’s been too heavy to carry alone. I use EMDR to support a wide range of concerns, including:

    • Anxiety, panic, and specific phobias

    • Chronic illness–related stress and medical trauma

    • Depression and mood challenges (including bipolar spectrum)

    • Dissociation and feeling “checked out” or disconnected

    • Disordered eating and body image concerns

    • Grief and loss — recent or long-held

    • Persistent pain and the emotional weight that comes with it

    • Performance anxiety (work, school, creative, athletic)

    • Long-standing personality patterns that create distress

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma-related symptoms

    • Healing after sexual assault

    • Sleep difficulties and nightmares

    • Substance use and patterns of addiction

    • Histories of violence, abuse, or neglect

    If you see yourself anywhere on this list — or even if you’re not sure where you fit — we can talk about whether EMDR is the right next step for you.

  • • We start with safety and skills so your nervous system feels supported
    • We map targets and choose one memory or theme at a time
    • Short sets of eye movements or taps with calm check-ins between each set
    • You can slow down, pause, or stop at any point
    • We close every session grounded and plan simple aftercare

At the end of the day, I want you to know:

Whatever it is that you’re experiencing, your body can learn calm again.

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Is EMDR right for you?

EMDR is a good fit for you if you…

  • Your body reacts like the danger is here even when you know it is not.

  • Shame, guilt, or self-blame won’t loosen their grip.

  • You want less rehashing and more real change you can feel.

  • You are not in immediate crisis and can commit to steady care.

What we’ll work on

With EMDR you can…

Feel safer and more at home in your body.

Let old memories lose their charge.

Break patterns that keep repeating.

Trust yourself and your choices.

Your story is welcome here.

Curious if EMDR is right for you?

In a brief consultation, we’ll talk about what’s been hard, your goals, and whether EMDR is the right next step.

Schedule a Free Consultation

Questions?

FAQs

  • It depends on your history and goals. A single incident can shift in a handful of EMDR sessions. Complex or long-standing patterns take more time. We will check progress often and adjust together.

  • You may feel tired, lighter, or a bit stirred up for a day or two. Plan simple care, hydrate, and move gently. Jot down any dreams or shifts so we can review next time.

  • Yes. We use a secure platform and tools like on-screen eye movements or self-tapping. You will need a private space, a stable internet connection, and headphones if we use tones.