Reclaim Your Life After Trauma; EMDR Heals What’s Still Stuck.
When You’re High Functioning On The Outside But Still Feel Haunted & Stuck By Past Trauma
Living with the impact of trauma can feel exhausting. Maybe certain memories keep replaying, your body feels “on alert” even when you’re safe, or everyday situations suddenly trigger anxiety, shame, or panic. You might wonder why you can’t just “get over it,” even though you logically know the past is behind you.
I offer online EMDR therapy for adults throughout Colorado, so you can access trauma‑informed care from the privacy and comfort of your own home. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured, evidence‑based approach that helps your brain and body finally process what happened—so you can move forward with more ease, safety, and self‑compassion.
Unlike traditional talk therapy that focuses mainly on insight and discussion, EMDR is designed to help your nervous system release the “stuck” parts of traumatic or overwhelming experiences. Together, we identify the memories, beliefs, and sensations that are still impacting you today, and then we use gentle bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, taps, or sounds) to help your brain reprocess those memories in a more adaptive, less distressing way.
My EMDR sessions are typically 90 minutes, giving us enough time to settle in, work with a specific target memory, and begin to close that target in a grounded, contained way.
Is EMDR Right For Me?
You might be wondering if EMDR is the “right” kind of therapy for what you’re going through. Virtual EMDR therapy can be a good fit if you:
- You’ve experienced trauma, abuse, or ongoing stress that still affects you day‑to‑day
- Certain memories replay in your mind, or you feel “stuck” in the past even when you know you’re safe now
- You have strong emotional or physical reactions (panic, shame, numbness, shutting down) that seem bigger than the situation
- You live with symptoms of PTSD or complex trauma, such as nightmares, flashbacks, hypervigilance, or feeling on edge
- Anxiety, depression, or grief feel tied to past experiences you haven’t fully processed
- You feel trapped in patterns—people‑pleasing, overworking, withdrawing, or choosing unsafe relationships—despite understanding where they come from
- You had emotionally neglectful, chaotic, or critical environments growing up and still carry their impact in how you see yourself
- You’ve tried talk therapy before and gained insight, but certain memories, sensations, or beliefs still feel unresolved
- You want a structured, evidence‑based trauma treatment that also honors your pace, your nervous system, and your boundaries
- You’re in Colorado and prefer online, 90‑minute EMDR sessions so you have enough time to open and begin to close a target, all from the privacy of your own space
You do not need to have a single “big” traumatic event for EMDR to be helpful. Many people seek EMDR for a series of smaller, ongoing experiences—such as emotional neglect, bullying, difficult relationships, or medical trauma—that have quietly shaped how they see themselves and the world.
If you’re unsure whether you’re “ready” for EMDR, that’s something we will explore together. In our online work, we’ll begin by getting to know your story, building coping skills, and making sure you have enough safety and support in place before we begin any deeper processing. You are always in charge of the pace, and we will only move forward when it feels right for you.
Common Questions About EMDR
What Happens In An EMDR session?
In a typical 90‑minute virtual EMDR session, we meet via a secure online platform. We start by checking in about how you’re feeling that day and reviewing any coping skills you might want to use. When you’re ready, we focus briefly on a specific memory, image, or body sensation, and I guide you through sets of bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, taps, or sounds) adapted for telehealth.
After each set, I’ll ask what you’re noticing—thoughts, feelings, sensations—and we continue the process until the memory feels less intense and more distant. The longer 90‑minute format gives us ample time to open up a target, do meaningful processing, and begin to close that target in a contained way before we end the session.
Will I Have To Describe Everything That Happened In Detail?
Not necessarily. Unlike some trauma therapies, EMDR does not require you to share every detail of what happened. You can choose how much you want to say out loud. My role is to help you stay grounded and supported while your brain does the work of reprocessing, whether you speak about every part of the memory or keep much of it internal.
Online EMDR can be especially helpful if it feels safer to process difficult memories from your own space, with familiar comfort items or grounding tools nearby.
How Long Does EMDR Take?
The length of EMDR treatment depends on your history, your current symptoms, and your goals. Some people feel significant relief after processing a few key memories; others with complex or long‑term trauma may need more time.
Because we work in 90‑minute sessions, we often have enough time in each meeting to fully engage with and begin to resolve a specific target memory. We’ll regularly check in about your progress, adjust our focus as needed, and make sure the pace feels manageable for you.
Is EMDR Safe? What If I Feel Overwhelmed?
EMDR can bring up strong emotions, but it is designed to be done in a safe, contained way—whether in person or online. Before we begin processing, we’ll spend time building skills for grounding, self‑soothing, and emotional regulation. If at any point you feel overwhelmed, we can slow down, pause, or shift back to stabilization and support. Your sense of safety is always the priority.
Can EMDR Be Used Alongside Other Types Of Therapy?
Yes. EMDR often fits well with other approaches, such as talk therapy, mindfulness, or body‑based practices. In our work together, we may blend EMDR with other trauma‑informed strategies to support you as a whole person—not just your symptoms.
Ready To Begin Online EMDR Therapy In Colorado?
If you’re tired of feeling controlled by past experiences and want a kinder way forward, EMDR therapy can help. Whether you’re navigating PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, grief, or the long‑term impact of difficult relationships, you don’t have to do this alone.
I offer 90‑minute virtual EMDR sessions for adults across Colorado, so you can access trauma‑informed support from a space that feels safe and comfortable to you.
If you’re curious about whether EMDR is right for you, we can start with a brief consultation to talk about your needs, answer your questions, and explore what working together might look like.
When you’re ready, click “Book Now” to schedule a session or consultation. Let’s take the next step toward healing—at a pace that honors your story and your nervous system.