EMDR Psychologists and Therapists in Noosa Heads, QLD

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Rachel Brand
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Noosa Heads, QLD 4567
Therapies offered include: Trauma-focused CBT, Prolonged exposure therapy, EMDR therapy, and Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 20 yrs of experience supporting people affected by trauma. I have worked across public mental health settings, academia, and private practice and I'm trained in a variety of evidence-based therapies for PTSD and trauma-related mental health difficulties. I am dedicated to finding the right therapy approach for each person.
Therapies offered include: Trauma-focused CBT, Prolonged exposure therapy, EMDR therapy, and Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 20 yrs of experience supporting people affected by trauma. I have worked across public mental health settings, academia, and private practice and I'm trained in a variety of evidence-based therapies for PTSD and trauma-related mental health difficulties. I am dedicated to finding the right therapy approach for each person.
(07) 5241 1814 View (07) 5241 1814
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Suzanne Robertson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My work draws on approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy, while recognising that psychological distress is often shaped not only by what happens within us, but also by the workplaces, systems, relationship
When work is what hurt you, simply trying harder isn't the answer. Whether you're experiencing burnout, workplace trauma, moral injury, workplace bullying, or the cumulative impact of chronic workplace stress, recovery begins with understanding what happened—not blaming yourself. I have a particular passion for supporting helping professionals, educators, healthcare workers, and first responders whose work has taken a significant psychological toll. I also support adults exploring ADHD and Autism, often after years of feeling misunderstood, masking, or wondering why life has always seemed harder than it should. I work with people e
My work draws on approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy, while recognising that psychological distress is often shaped not only by what happens within us, but also by the workplaces, systems, relationship
When work is what hurt you, simply trying harder isn't the answer. Whether you're experiencing burnout, workplace trauma, moral injury, workplace bullying, or the cumulative impact of chronic workplace stress, recovery begins with understanding what happened—not blaming yourself. I have a particular passion for supporting helping professionals, educators, healthcare workers, and first responders whose work has taken a significant psychological toll. I also support adults exploring ADHD and Autism, often after years of feeling misunderstood, masking, or wondering why life has always seemed harder than it should. I work with people e
(07) 5241 1857 View (07) 5241 1857
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Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change. Goodsky's multidisciplinary team designs a fully personalised, one-on-one program for each client using a bottom-up, trauma-informed approach that addresses root causes through comprehensive assessments, evidence-based therapies, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Goodsky offers private beachside retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care delivered remotely across Australia.
Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change. Goodsky's multidisciplinary team designs a fully personalised, one-on-one program for each client using a bottom-up, trauma-informed approach that addresses root causes through comprehensive assessments, evidence-based therapies, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Goodsky offers private beachside retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care delivered remotely across Australia.
(07) 4243 4810 View (07) 4243 4810
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Nick Cacuick
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Accredited EMDR Practitioner, and EMDR Consultant-in-Training (CIT).
I work with adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, trauma and adverse life experiences, ADHD, and performance-related challenges. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, lacking confidence, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it difficult to perform at their best in work, sport, business, or everyday life. At Mind The Way, we provide a supportive and collaborative environment where clients can better understand themselves, process difficult experiences, develop practical skills, and move towards greater confidence, resilience, and wellbeing.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Accredited EMDR Practitioner, and EMDR Consultant-in-Training (CIT).
I work with adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, trauma and adverse life experiences, ADHD, and performance-related challenges. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, lacking confidence, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it difficult to perform at their best in work, sport, business, or everyday life. At Mind The Way, we provide a supportive and collaborative environment where clients can better understand themselves, process difficult experiences, develop practical skills, and move towards greater confidence, resilience, and wellbeing.
(07) 5230 8829 View (07) 5230 8829
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Manon van der Lee
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
EMDR Intensive Therapy Service designed for people seeking faster relief from trauma symptoms.
EMDR Intensive Therapy is an evidence based condensed program resulting is faster desensitisation of traumatic and disturbing experiences. With an EMDR Intensive, you are focussed on yourself for 3 days, each day you ave 120 minutes of EMDR Therapy.
EMDR Intensive Therapy Service designed for people seeking faster relief from trauma symptoms.
EMDR Intensive Therapy is an evidence based condensed program resulting is faster desensitisation of traumatic and disturbing experiences. With an EMDR Intensive, you are focussed on yourself for 3 days, each day you ave 120 minutes of EMDR Therapy.
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Danielle Giffin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Therapy modalities available include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing ( EMDR).
I am a Psychologist who focuses on developing a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic environment to support the path to mental and emotional well-being. I have a passion for removing barriers to accessing psychological therapy, and for cultivating work/life balance. I understand that life can be busy when juggling work, family, parenting, relationships (& more) therefore sessions are available in my office in Maroochydore or via telehealth.
Therapy modalities available include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing ( EMDR).
I am a Psychologist who focuses on developing a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic environment to support the path to mental and emotional well-being. I have a passion for removing barriers to accessing psychological therapy, and for cultivating work/life balance. I understand that life can be busy when juggling work, family, parenting, relationships (& more) therefore sessions are available in my office in Maroochydore or via telehealth.
(07) 5241 4025 View (07) 5241 4025
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Cecilie O'Toole
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I offer EMDR for trauma/PTSD as well as Mindfulness based approaches, Schema Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in treating a variety of disorders. The clients I often work with might find themselves being stuck in life for different reasons. It might be trauma, burnout, anxiety or other circumstances that get in the way of living a fulfilling life and they are ready to make some changes. They are curious and interested in learning more about themselves and are motivated and ready to take some practical steps to make changes in their lives.
I offer EMDR for trauma/PTSD as well as Mindfulness based approaches, Schema Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in treating a variety of disorders. The clients I often work with might find themselves being stuck in life for different reasons. It might be trauma, burnout, anxiety or other circumstances that get in the way of living a fulfilling life and they are ready to make some changes. They are curious and interested in learning more about themselves and are motivated and ready to take some practical steps to make changes in their lives.
(07) 5230 8103 View (07) 5230 8103
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Michelle Barratt Psychology (MBP)
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
We believe meaningful psychological support begins with feeling heard, understood, and respected. Our practice provides professional psychology services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families — supporting clients through a wide range of mental health, emotional and life challenges. With experienced practitioners located across Brisbane and Online Therapy available Australia-wide, our goal is to provide accessible, evidence-based care that supports lasting wellbeing and positive change.
We believe meaningful psychological support begins with feeling heard, understood, and respected. Our practice provides professional psychology services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families — supporting clients through a wide range of mental health, emotional and life challenges. With experienced practitioners located across Brisbane and Online Therapy available Australia-wide, our goal is to provide accessible, evidence-based care that supports lasting wellbeing and positive change.
(07) 2100 4064 View (07) 2100 4064
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Coastal Sands Counselling & Rehab Services
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
I integrate EMDR, trauma-informed care, ACT, CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and couples-focused interventions to help clients build resilience and create meaningful change.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, men's mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, and adjustment following injury or major life changes. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or frustrated that things are not improving despite trying to push through on their own. I help clients move forward through practical, evidence-based approaches tailored to the individual, with a focus on building resilience, strengthening relationships, and creating meaningful and lasting change.
I integrate EMDR, trauma-informed care, ACT, CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and couples-focused interventions to help clients build resilience and create meaningful change.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, men's mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, and adjustment following injury or major life changes. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or frustrated that things are not improving despite trying to push through on their own. I help clients move forward through practical, evidence-based approaches tailored to the individual, with a focus on building resilience, strengthening relationships, and creating meaningful and lasting change.
(07) 5240 9551 View (07) 5240 9551
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Kristie Austin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Bulk billing available for Telehealth/Phone treatment sessions with a valid referral. Children (0-18 including developmental assessment and treatment of babies, premature infants and toddlers), Teens, Adults and Families. Office sessions are available also
Bulk billing available for Telehealth/Phone treatment sessions with a valid referral. Children (0-18 including developmental assessment and treatment of babies, premature infants and toddlers), Teens, Adults and Families. Office sessions are available also
(07) 5241 4865 View (07) 5241 4865
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Ana Carreno Gazquez
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Soy Ana Carreño, psicoterapeuta especialista en terapia sistémica familiar, colegiada en España y residente en Australia. Te doy la bienvenida a este espacio donde podrás conocer sobre mi trabajo y encontrar ese lugar seguro en el que poder acompañarte; consiste en sesiones de psicoterapia con adultos de manera online, de forma que pueda ser accesible allá donde estés y con una mayor flexibilidad horaria. Siéntete libre de contactar conmigo sobre cualquier duda que pueda surgir, sabemos que a veces iniciarse en este camino entraña sus inquietudes; estaré encantada de atenderte y acompañarte. ¡Nos vemos pronto!
Soy Ana Carreño, psicoterapeuta especialista en terapia sistémica familiar, colegiada en España y residente en Australia. Te doy la bienvenida a este espacio donde podrás conocer sobre mi trabajo y encontrar ese lugar seguro en el que poder acompañarte; consiste en sesiones de psicoterapia con adultos de manera online, de forma que pueda ser accesible allá donde estés y con una mayor flexibilidad horaria. Siéntete libre de contactar conmigo sobre cualquier duda que pueda surgir, sabemos que a veces iniciarse en este camino entraña sus inquietudes; estaré encantada de atenderte y acompañarte. ¡Nos vemos pronto!
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Marc de Bruin
Counsellor, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Primary modalities used are Mindfulness integrated CBT (MiCBT), EMDR and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
If you're looking for a run of the mill counsellor or mental health professional to assist with your mental health queries, feel free to contact one of my very capable colleagues. I look at life through a different lens, with a transpersonal -even spiritual- mindfulness-based filter. Expect to see life from a broader perspective, while still being very practical. Expect to work from the inside out: YOU will change, and then your circumstances will. Understanding how you (and your brain) operate will help you manage your emotions and behaviour more effectively. This, in turn, will make you less sensitive to (negative) emotion-shifts.
Primary modalities used are Mindfulness integrated CBT (MiCBT), EMDR and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
If you're looking for a run of the mill counsellor or mental health professional to assist with your mental health queries, feel free to contact one of my very capable colleagues. I look at life through a different lens, with a transpersonal -even spiritual- mindfulness-based filter. Expect to see life from a broader perspective, while still being very practical. Expect to work from the inside out: YOU will change, and then your circumstances will. Understanding how you (and your brain) operate will help you manage your emotions and behaviour more effectively. This, in turn, will make you less sensitive to (negative) emotion-shifts.
(07) 5408 4047 View (07) 5408 4047

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Anne Ligthart
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Buderim, QLD 4556
I am a Brainspotting Consultant, EMDR Practitioner (Accredited) and HeartMath Certified Trainer - I work with these transformative models combined, to address many distressing health conditions.
I am committed to exceeding your expectations of therapy. My professional clinical work brings together important features for effective psychotherapy. Neurobiological attunement being at the forefront, deep listening and skilful facilitation for assured relief and healing. Anchored in the body, as well as dialogue, together we access the origins of distress and augment an innate healing response. Painful and scary experiences such as anxiety, depression and anger can be effectively treated by accessing their origins within the body. My areas of expertise are trauma, and performance blocks.
I am a Brainspotting Consultant, EMDR Practitioner (Accredited) and HeartMath Certified Trainer - I work with these transformative models combined, to address many distressing health conditions.
I am committed to exceeding your expectations of therapy. My professional clinical work brings together important features for effective psychotherapy. Neurobiological attunement being at the forefront, deep listening and skilful facilitation for assured relief and healing. Anchored in the body, as well as dialogue, together we access the origins of distress and augment an innate healing response. Painful and scary experiences such as anxiety, depression and anger can be effectively treated by accessing their origins within the body. My areas of expertise are trauma, and performance blocks.
(03) 5907 5963 View (03) 5907 5963
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The Psychology Clinic Landsborough
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Landsborough, QLD 4550
I predominantly use CBT, EMDR and Schema Therapy (ST).
Hi, I am Richard of The Psychology Clinic Landsborough, and I offer you a safe and supportive space, to help you explore and overcome your current life challenges. Together, we would identify your personal and therapeutic goals, which might include a focus on increased well-being and feelings of safety, improving interpersonal relationships, the development of healthy coping strategies to manage life stressors and changes, or to just "feel ok again". Your therapy goals could include, resolving unprocessed childhood traumas and associated negative self-beliefs, which may still be adversely impacting your enjoyment of life.
I predominantly use CBT, EMDR and Schema Therapy (ST).
Hi, I am Richard of The Psychology Clinic Landsborough, and I offer you a safe and supportive space, to help you explore and overcome your current life challenges. Together, we would identify your personal and therapeutic goals, which might include a focus on increased well-being and feelings of safety, improving interpersonal relationships, the development of healthy coping strategies to manage life stressors and changes, or to just "feel ok again". Your therapy goals could include, resolving unprocessed childhood traumas and associated negative self-beliefs, which may still be adversely impacting your enjoyment of life.
(07) 5208 9470 View (07) 5208 9470
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Yasmin Miller
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Caloundra, QLD 4551
I’m Yas, a Clinical Psychologist based in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. I work with teenagers and adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, burnout, and life transitions, and support neurodivergent individuals, including ADHD and autism. My approach is warm, attuned, and relational. Alongside evidence-based therapy, I incorporate somatic practices - supporting you to better understand your nervous system and build practical strategies for lasting change.
I’m Yas, a Clinical Psychologist based in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. I work with teenagers and adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, burnout, and life transitions, and support neurodivergent individuals, including ADHD and autism. My approach is warm, attuned, and relational. Alongside evidence-based therapy, I incorporate somatic practices - supporting you to better understand your nervous system and build practical strategies for lasting change.
(07) 5240 9662 View (07) 5240 9662
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Melanie Parkes
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
Using CBT, ACT, EMDR, and schema therapy, she helps clients manage emotions, reduce stress, and build resilience.
If you’re looking to better understand your ADHD or Autism, manage anxiety, depression, or emotional ups and downs, or work through trauma, you’re in the right place. You might also be navigating relationship struggles, body image concerns, phobias, or stress from work or study. At Unmasked Psychology, you’ll receive practical, strengths-based support that’s tailored to your unique experience. This is a warm, inclusive, and neuroaffirming space where you don’t have to mask who you are to be understood.
Using CBT, ACT, EMDR, and schema therapy, she helps clients manage emotions, reduce stress, and build resilience.
If you’re looking to better understand your ADHD or Autism, manage anxiety, depression, or emotional ups and downs, or work through trauma, you’re in the right place. You might also be navigating relationship struggles, body image concerns, phobias, or stress from work or study. At Unmasked Psychology, you’ll receive practical, strengths-based support that’s tailored to your unique experience. This is a warm, inclusive, and neuroaffirming space where you don’t have to mask who you are to be understood.
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With Grace Therapy - Brisbane North
Social Worker, AMHSW
Caloundra, QLD 4551
We use a trauma informed and work with therapy modalities such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, DBT, CBT, Play Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment and more.
Are you struggling to manage the day to day, had a big life transition or needing a safe space to delve deeper into thoughts that are causing you distress? Our experienced therapists with a minimum 10 years of experience offer an inclusive and affirming space for therapy. Our team provides a warm, empathetic and honest working relationship with all and work in a holistic way that looks to understand your mental health and all aspects of your life that may be affected. We also have Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinicians and Dietitians.
We use a trauma informed and work with therapy modalities such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, DBT, CBT, Play Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment and more.
Are you struggling to manage the day to day, had a big life transition or needing a safe space to delve deeper into thoughts that are causing you distress? Our experienced therapists with a minimum 10 years of experience offer an inclusive and affirming space for therapy. Our team provides a warm, empathetic and honest working relationship with all and work in a holistic way that looks to understand your mental health and all aspects of your life that may be affected. We also have Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinicians and Dietitians.
(07) 3130 0361 View (07) 3130 0361
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Thinking Feeling Moving
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
She integrates her expertise as a Yoga Therapist, Educator, and EMDR Trauma Therapist to support individuals, couples, and polycules in achieving greater emotional, mental, physical, and sexual well-being.
CNM/ erection problems, inability to orgasm, infertility/ low sexual desire, painful intercourse, premature or early ejaculation/ problematic porn use, relationship problems (inc. couples and poly), sex/ gender/ erotic and relationship identity concerns, sexual compulsions, specific sexual interests (BDSM, kink, fetishes)/ vaginismus/ Trauma/ Shame
She integrates her expertise as a Yoga Therapist, Educator, and EMDR Trauma Therapist to support individuals, couples, and polycules in achieving greater emotional, mental, physical, and sexual well-being.
CNM/ erection problems, inability to orgasm, infertility/ low sexual desire, painful intercourse, premature or early ejaculation/ problematic porn use, relationship problems (inc. couples and poly), sex/ gender/ erotic and relationship identity concerns, sexual compulsions, specific sexual interests (BDSM, kink, fetishes)/ vaginismus/ Trauma/ Shame
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Back on Track Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Tewantin, QLD 4565
In 35yrs I've trained in various therapies - top down (CBT, ACT, SFBT, MI) and bottom up ( EMDR, somatic, MBSR).
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
In 35yrs I've trained in various therapies - top down (CBT, ACT, SFBT, MI) and bottom up ( EMDR, somatic, MBSR).
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
(07) 5224 2037 View (07) 5224 2037
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Freeman Clinic
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Landsborough, QLD 4550
I use evidence based body orientated approaches such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, mindfulness training, art therapy and family constellation work.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
I use evidence based body orientated approaches such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, mindfulness training, art therapy and family constellation work.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
(07) 5240 7000 View (07) 5240 7000

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EMDR Therapists
Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimising its ability to trigger anxiety.