EMDR & Trauma Therapy In San Francisco
Trauma can look like…
a painful breakup
a confusing interaction with a friend that spirals into the end of a relationship
feeling like you don’t know who you are because you always had to do the right thing because you were the “good” child
anxiety that you can’t quite shake
physical or emotional neglect
death of a loved one
living or working in a high-stress environment
getting fired or laid off
Trauma isn’t always a big catastrophic event.
It is not limited to serious abuse or neglect. If you are noticing yourself looping on distressing events or memories, trauma treatment can help.
What is EMDR and Trauma Therapy?
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a well tested and popular treatement for trauma. It uses specific eye movements to reprocess or recategorize a memory.
In EMDR, you focus on the traumatic memory for short periods of time and the thoughts and sensations associated with it. The eye movements help the brain process the trauma more quickly and move the memory out of a trauma space in the brain. This will lessen the distressing emotions connected to the trauma.
If you would like more information about EMDR, email Audrey or check out EMDRIA, the international organization connected with this trauma therapy.
3 Reasons To Try EMDR Therapy in SF
When Talk Therapy Isn’t Enough
Talk therapy can be incredibly helpful for processing emotions and gaining insight. But when it comes to healing trauma, it sometimes falls short. That’s because trauma isn’t just stored in the mind—it’s also stored in the body. If you’ve done the work in therapy but still feel stuck, reactive, or triggered, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) may offer the relief you’ve been looking for.
Find Freedom from the Past
EMDR helps people reprocess painful experiences so they no longer carry the emotional weight. After treatment, many individuals report that the things which used to trigger them no longer have the same impact. Instead of being pulled back into the past, they’re able to live more fully in the present—with a clearer, more hopeful outlook on the future.
Healing Without Retelling the Trauma
One of the unique benefits of EMDR is that it doesn’t require you to talk in detail about your traumatic experiences. This makes it especially helpful for people who find it difficult or overwhelming to share their stories. EMDR works by allowing your brain and body to process trauma in a safe and structured way—without retraumatizing you in the process.
Is EMDR Right for You?
If talk therapy hasn’t brought the results you’re looking for, or if you're ready to move beyond simply managing symptoms, EMDR may be a powerful next step. It’s a proven approach that has helped millions of people find lasting relief from trauma, anxiety, and emotional distress.
To Get Started with EMDR Therapy today in San Francisco, reach out.
It all starts with a consultation call.
It all starts with a consultation call.
Heal Your Trauma through EMDR Therapy in San Francisco!
Therapy will be customized for you, to meet your needs. EMDR could be the change you need to finally move past trauma and feel resilient again.