Trauma & EMDR
In-person therapy in Grand Rapids; virtual therapy anywhere in Michigan.
Trauma Therapy with EMDR: Regaining Control of Your Life
Trauma is more than a memory—it’s a constant presence influencing every part of your life.
Maybe it’s the way your heart races when a particular song plays or how a familiar scent pulls you back to a moment you wish you could forget. You might find yourself on edge, always anticipating disaster, or detached and simply going through the motions.
Living like this—reliving your worst moments—can feel like an endless cycle. But it doesn’t have to.
Now, imagine breaking that loop.
Imagine waking up without the heavy weight of dread. A trigger song might play, but instead of panic, you feel indifference. Picture walking into a crowded room without needing to scan the exits or brace for every noise.
With EMDR therapy, you can move from just surviving to truly enjoying life. Laugh with friends. Dive into your passions. Find peace in your daily moments.
Our practice is here to help you take action, not just reflect. With EMDR, we confront trauma directly, rewiring your brain to reduce its hold on you.
Who this type of therapy is for:
Those feeling stuck in the aftermath of a traumatic event, unable to move forward.
Individuals struggling with anxiety, panic attacks, or hypervigilance.
Anyone feeling numb, disconnected, or simply going through the motions.
Survivors of abuse or violence looking to redefine their future, not their past.
People who’ve tried other methods without finding relief and are ready for a tangible path forward.
Anyone determined to reclaim their life and break free from trauma’s grip.
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapy designed to help your brain heal from trauma.
When you experience something traumatic, your brain can get stuck, causing those memories to feel as intense as the day they happened. EMDR uses a technique called bilateral stimulation—like guided eye movements or taps—to help your brain reprocess these memories, making them less distressing.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, you don’t have to dive deep into the details of the trauma. Instead, EMDR focuses on helping your brain naturally heal so you can move on without being held back by the past.
Turn pain into power: Change “I can’t handle this” to “I’ve got this.”
