Virtual EMDR Therapy
Virtual EMDR therapy is an evidence-based approach to trauma treatment that allows individuals to process distressing experiences from the comfort of their own home. Online EMDR therapy can be just as effective as in-person therapy for treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation when provided through a secure telehealth platform by a trained clinician. Brighter Minds Therapy provides virtual EMDR therapy services for adults located throughout Tennessee, Virginia, and Colorado.
What is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process and integrate distressing memories, emotions, and beliefs that may be contributing to current emotional or physical symptoms. EMDR therapy uses bilateral stimulation techniques to activate the brain’s natural healing system, known as the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, allowing previously overwhelming experiences to become less emotionally activating over time. In addition to reducing distress related to traumatic memories, EMDR can also support the development of internal resources such as confidence, emotional safety, self-trust, and a greater sense of inner stability.
For more information visit the EMDR International Association’s Website.
EMDR therapy may be helpful for individuals experiencing:
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety Disorders including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or Phobias
Medical Trauma
Chronic Stress
Dissociation
Eating Disorders
Nervous System Dysregulation
Chronic Pain
Performance Anxiety
Low Self Esteem
an much much more!
Can EMDR Be Done Virtually?
Virtual EMDR therapy has been shown to be just as effective as in-person EMDR therapy for treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and other stress-related concerns when conducted by a trained clinician. Online EMDR sessions use adapted bilateral stimulation techniques such as guided eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones that can be delivered safely and effectively through video therapy.
Many clients find that participating in EMDR therapy from the comfort of their own home can enhance feelings of safety and support emotional regulation throughout the trauma processing process. Virtual EMDR therapy through Brighter Minds Therapy allows individuals located in Tennessee, Virginia and Colorado to access evidence-based trauma treatment without the added stress of commuting or sitting in a waiting room!
Virtual EMDR Therapy Options: Traditional Sessions or Intensives
EMDR therapy can be offered in different formats depending on your treatment needs and scheduling preferences. Many clients choose to participate in traditional 50-minute EMDR therapy sessions, which may be covered by insurance when deemed medically necessary. Others may benefit from EMDR intensives, which involve longer, extended sessions designed to allow for deeper trauma processing in a shorter period of time. EMDR intensives are typically considered a specialized service and are not covered by insurance, requiring an out-of-pocket investment. Both formats of EMDR therapy can be provided through secure virtual sessions for clients located in Tennessee, Colorado or Virginia allowing you to choose the approach that best supports your healing process and treatment goals.