EMDR Therapy in Winter Park, FL
Proven trauma treatment that helps you process difficult memories and reduce emotional distress. Evidence-based EMDR therapy by licensed professionals.
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What Is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a proven psychotherapy approach that helps people heal from trauma, PTSD, and distressing life experiences. EMDR therapy uses bilateral stimulation (eye movements, taps, or sounds) to help your brain process traumatic memories in a way that reduces their emotional impact.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn't require you to discuss your trauma in detail. Instead, it allows your brain's natural healing process to work more effectively, helping you move past traumatic experiences that may be holding you back.
What Can EMDR Therapy Treat?
EMDR therapy is highly effective for treating a wide range of mental health conditions and traumatic experiences:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Combat trauma, accidents, assault, natural disasters
- Childhood Trauma - Abuse, neglect, or adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
- Anxiety Disorders - Panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, generalized anxiety
- Depression - Especially when linked to traumatic life events
- Grief and Loss - Processing difficult losses and bereavement
- Performance Anxiety - Test anxiety, sports performance, public speaking
How EMDR Therapy Works
EMDR therapy follows a structured 8-phase approach developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro. During sessions, your therapist will:
1. History Taking & Preparation
Your therapist learns about your trauma history and teaches you coping techniques.
2. Assessment & Targeting
Together, you identify specific memories and negative beliefs to target.
3. Desensitization & Reprocessing
Using bilateral stimulation (eye movements, taps), you process the traumatic memory while your brain creates new, adaptive associations.
4. Installation & Body Scan
Positive beliefs are strengthened and any residual physical tension is addressed.
Why Choose Empathy Health Clinic for EMDR?
EMDR-Trained Therapists
Licensed professionals with specialized EMDR certification
Same-Week Appointments
Fast access to care when you need it most
Insurance Accepted
Most major insurance plans accepted, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna
Telehealth Available
Virtual EMDR sessions for your convenience
Why Choose Empathy Health Clinic
Professional, compassionate EMDR therapy you can trust
Licensed Professionals
Board-certified psychiatrists and licensed therapists
HIPAA Compliant
Your privacy and confidentiality are protected
Insurance Accepted
We accept most major insurance plans
Same-Week Appointments
Fast access to care when you need it most
Frequently Asked Questions About EMDR Therapy
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