EMDR and Trauma Counseling
Trauma can take many forms, from a one-time event like a car accident or natural disaster to ongoing experiences such as childhood abuse or neglect. Whatever the form of trauma, it can leave individuals feeling stuck and unable to move forward in their lives. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful and effective therapy for individuals who have experienced trauma.
Healing Trauma: The Benefits of EMDR and Trauma Counseling
EMDR therapy helps individuals understand and make sense of their traumatic experiences, allowing them to let go of the negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that have been holding them back. It is an effective approach to healing from trauma in North Carolina and promoting post-traumatic growth in North Carolina.
The therapy is based on the idea that traumatic experiences can become “frozen” in the brain, and that by using bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or taps), the brain can begin to process and integrate the traumatic memories.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for Traumatic Experiences
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that helps individuals process and resolve traumatic memories and distressing emotions quickly and effectively. Using a combination of guided imagery and bilateral stimulation, ART enables the brain to reframe negative experiences, reduce emotional triggers, and promote healing.
This therapy is designed to help individuals achieve relief from trauma, anxiety, and other mental health challenges in just a few sessions, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.
A Proven Approach for Healing Trauma
During EMDR therapy, individuals are guided through the process of recalling their traumatic experiences while also engaging in bilateral stimulation. This can be done through eye movements, taps, or sounds.
As the memories are processed, individuals begin to experience a reduction in the intensity of their negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They also begin to develop new, more positive perspectives on their experiences.
EMDR therapy has been extensively researched and has been found to be effective in treating a wide range of traumas, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, and phobias. It is also a relatively short-term therapy, with many individuals experiencing significant improvement in just a few sessions.
At C&C Betterworks, we believe that EMDR therapy is an important tool in the treatment of trauma. Our trained EMDR therapists are dedicated to helping individuals heal from the negative effects of trauma and to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.
Reach out and schedule a free consultation to learn more about how EMDR therapy can help with healing from trauma in North Carolina and fostering post-traumatic growth in North Carolina.
Your Therapist Match
Lizzy Petherbridge (she/her), LCMHCA, NCC
I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s ups and downs and embrace the change they’re ready for. Sometimes we are hit with a particularly intense shit storm keeping us trapped and scared. If you're looking for a breath of fresh air from this storm I may be the therapist for you! I am certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an effective eye movement therapy for issues such as PTSD, grief, phobias, addiction, OCD, anxiety, and negative self-perceptions.
Lindley Cherry (she/her), LCMHC, QS, NCC
I'm a secular, queer, neurodivergent counselor who offers more than talk therapy. I curse a lot and I'm damn good at my job.
I specialize in adult ADHD and autism assessments (using the Cherry AADI, a diagnostic tool I developed), couples therapy including poly/kink and neurotype-mixed relationships, EMDR and trauma work, and therapy for professionals in high-stress careers. I also work with depression, anxiety, grief, burnout, and provide LGBTQIA+ affirmative counseling as a community member, not just an ally.
I don't hand out worksheets or only nod and say "that must be hard" for 45 minutes. If you want a therapist who will be honest, direct, and actually do the work with you, let’s talk.