EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional charge.

Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, it is recognized by organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Psychological Association (APA) for its effectiveness in addressing PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other trauma-related symptoms.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR engages the brain’s innate capacity for transformation through a gentle non-ordinary state of consciousness through bilateral stimulation with either eye movement or tappers. Paired with exposure therapy, somatic grounding tools, and cognitive exercises, EMDR allows unresolved memories to be integrated into a broader, more adaptive perspective, often leading to significant symptom reduction in fewer sessions than other trauma-focused therapies.

A Somatic and Parts-Based Approach to EMDR

While EMDR follows an eight-phase protocol, I integrate it with Hakomi and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to create a more attuned and embodied experience.

• IFS & EMDR: IFS offers a framework for understanding how different parts of us respond to trauma. By working with protectors before engaging with exiled memories, EMDR can become a more resourced and regulated process.

• Hakomi & EMDR: Hakomi’s mindfulness-based, body-centered techniques foster a deeper somatic awareness, supporting those who feel disconnected from their bodies or who carry attachment wounds.

A Holistic Path to Integration

By blending EMDR with somatic and relational approaches, I offer a compassionate, integrative way to process trauma. Whether through mindful inquiry, nervous system support, or parts work, my goal is to help you engage with transformation in a way that feels embodied, resourced, and empowering.

Transformation is not about fixing what is broken—it is about reclaiming your inherent wholeness and deepening your connection to yourself.