EMDR Therapy in Florida and New York

Online EMDR Therapy for Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, and Distressing Experiences

Sometimes distressing experiences continue affecting the nervous system long after the events themselves are over. People may logically know they are safe while still feeling emotionally stuck, overwhelmed, hypervigilant, or triggered by reminders connected to the past.


EMDR therapy is an evidence-based approach designed to help people process traumatic and distressing experiences in ways that reduce their ongoing emotional impact.


I provide online EMDR therapy for adults throughout Florida and New York as part of a trauma-informed treatment approach tailored to each client’s needs, goals, and readiness.

What Is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.


EMDR is a structured psychotherapy approach originally developed to help treat trauma and PTSD. It is now also used in the treatment of a variety of trauma-related and anxiety-related concerns.


During EMDR therapy, clients briefly focus on distressing memories while engaging in forms of bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, tapping, or alternating auditory stimulation.

The goal is not to erase memories, but to help the brain reprocess experiences in a way that reduces the intensity, emotional distress, and negative beliefs associated with them.


Research supports EMDR as an effective treatment for PTSD and trauma-related symptoms. National Center for PTSD (VA)

What Can EMDR Help With?

EMDR is most associated with trauma treatment, but it may also help with other concerns connected to distressing or overwhelming experiences.


People may seek EMDR therapy for:

  • PTSD
  • Trauma and complex trauma
  • Anxiety, panic , or excessive worry
  • Negative self-talk / low self-esteem
  • Effects of adverse childhood experiences
  • Shame and guilt
  • Emotional overwhelm
  • Certain phobias
  • Grief and loss
  • Stress and related to past experiences


Not every difficulty is best addressed with EMDR, and not every client is immediately ready for trauma processing. Part of therapy involves collaboratively determining what approaches are most appropriate for your situation.

My Approach to EMDR Therapy

Overall, I provide trauma-focused counseling within a broad trauma-informed therapy framework focused on safety, pacing, and nervous system regulation. When EMDR is a part of the treatment plan, I follow it’s formal eight-phase structure to ensure consistent and competent application.


EMDR therapy is not simply about revisiting painful memories while wiggling your eyes; treatment often includes:

  • History      taking and treatment planning
  • Preparation,      skills-building, and stabilization
  • Treatment      target selection and assessment
  • Guided      bilateral stimulation and reprocessing


Treatment moves at a pace intended to feel manageable and collaborative rather than overwhelming.

Depending on your needs, therapy may integrate:

  • EMDR therapy
  • Trauma-informed verbal psychotherapy
  • Grounding and self-regulation skills
  • Psychoeducation about trauma and the nervous system
  • Cognitive work around shame, self-criticism, and avoidance patterns
  • Experiential homework

Online EMDR Therapy in Florida and New York

I provide telehealth EMDR therapy for adults located anywhere in Florida or New York.


Online EMDR therapy may allow clients to:

  • Access specialized trauma treatment more easily
  • Attend sessions from home
  • Reduce commuting and scheduling stress
  • Participate from a familiar environment
  • Maintain continuity of care


Not everyone is a good fit for virtual EMDR, and part of the consultation process involves determining whether telehealth EMDR is clinically appropriate for your needs and logistically possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EMDR evidence-based?

Yes. EMDR is considered an evidence-based treatment for PTSD by organizations including the National Center for PTSD, the American Psychological Association, and the World Health Organization. American Psychological Association PTSD Guideline

Do I have to talk in detail about traumatic memories?

Not necessarily. EMDR does involve working with distressing experiences, but treatment should proceed at a manageable pace with attention to emotional safety and stabilization.

Is EMDR only for PTSD?

No. EMDR is most strongly associated with trauma treatment, but it may also be used for anxiety, panic, medical trauma, grief, and other concerns connected to distressing experiences. Some research even suggests EMDR may be effective in treating phantom limb pain.

Is online EMDR therapy effective?

Research suggests EMDR delivered through telehealth can be effective for many individuals when clinically appropriate. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35133887/)

What if I feel nervous about starting trauma therapy?

That’s completely normal. Trauma therapy shouldn’t feel forced, but by the nature of its symptoms, you will likely feel some level of fear or hesitation. Early sessions focus on building safety, understanding symptoms, and developing coping tools before deeper processing work begins. EMDR can’t make your symptoms worse, and your therapy will be collaborative—we won’t touch on anything you’re not willing to work on.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are looking for online EMDR therapy in Florida or New York, I invite you to reach out.


Healing from trauma is not about forgetting the past. Therapy can help reduce the intensity and ongoing impact of painful experiences while creating more space for safety, flexibility, and connection in the present.