Have you ever felt stuck in distressing memories or overwhelming emotions that just won’t go away? Trauma, anxiety, and negative experiences can deeply impact how we feel about ourselves and how we navigate daily life. EMDR therapy(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful approach designed to help individuals process painful memories and regain emotional balance.
If you’re in Burlington and looking for a way to heal past experiences, EMDR therapy might be right for you.

What is EMDR Therapy?
EMDR therapy is an evidence-based approach that helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they no longer feel as intense or overwhelming. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn’t require you to relive painful experiences in detail. Instead, it uses bilateral stimulation—such as guided eye movements, tapping, or audio tones—to help your brain process difficult memories in a safe and controlled way.
Originally developed to treat PTSD, EMDR is now widely used to help with:
✔ Anxiety and panic attacks
✔ Depression
✔ Childhood trauma
✔ Relationship struggles
✔ Grief and loss
✔ Workplace stress and burnout
Many people in Burlington are turning to EMDR therapy as a way to heal from past wounds and regain control over their emotions.
How Does EMDR Therapy Work?
EMDR therapy follows a structured 8-phase approach, but here’s a simple breakdown of what to expect in our sessions:
1️⃣ Initial Consultation & History-Taking
We start by exploring your unique story and identifying the areas that are causing distress. This is a safe space where we work together to set therapeutic goals.
2️⃣ Learning Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Before we begin memory reprocessing, I will help you build coping tools so you feel grounded and safe throughout the process.
3️⃣ Processing Traumatic Memories
During EMDR, you’ll focus on a specific distressing memory while engaging in bilateral stimulation. This helps your brain reprocess the memory so that it loses its emotional intensity.
4️⃣ Replacing Negative Beliefs with Positive Ones
Once the distressing memory feels less overwhelming, we work on installing positive and empowering beliefs about yourself.
This process allows you to move forward with a greater sense of clarity, self-compassion, and inner peace.
Why Seek EMDR Therapy in Burlington?
Living in a fast-paced world, it’s easy to suppress difficult emotions, but unprocessed trauma can show up in unexpected ways—through anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or even physical symptoms like tension and fatigue.
As a Registered Social Worker and EMDR therapist in Burlington, I offer a compassionate and trauma-informed approach tailored to your needs. Whether you prefer in-person sessions in Burlington or online therapy, I’m here to help.
Is EMDR Right for You?
If you feel like past experiences are holding you back, EMDR might be a powerful tool for your healing journey. Many of my clients have seen significant improvements in their emotional well-being after a few sessions.
Would you like to explore EMDR therapy in Burlington? I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation to discuss your concerns and see if EMDR is the right fit for you.
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