EMDR Therapists in Lafayette, IN

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Emily Ervin
Counselor, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47901
Emily is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHC-A) dedicated to treating eating disorders and trauma. She is currently only accepting clients with eating disorders, disordered eating or body image concerns at this time. She has additional training utilizing Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to assist clients in not only work towards recovery from an eating disorder, but also processing the underlying experiences that led to emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
Emily is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHC-A) dedicated to treating eating disorders and trauma. She is currently only accepting clients with eating disorders, disordered eating or body image concerns at this time. She has additional training utilizing Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to assist clients in not only work towards recovery from an eating disorder, but also processing the underlying experiences that led to emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
(765) 536-3709 View (765) 536-3709
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Audie D Whitaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47905
I am trained in EMDR, a technique to cope with deep emotional distress.
If you’ve been struggling to find a therapist experienced in working with your situation I encourage you to email me. I’m currently taking in-person appointments in Indiana and online in Washington. I specialize in treating trauma, sexual and gender issues and personality disorders. I have 10 years clinical experience serving Greater Lafayette and 15 years total working with individuals and couples of all ages. I am an AASECT certified sex therapist and trained in multiple approaches to treating PTSD. I am looking forward to meeting with you to discuss the best way that we can work together to help you overcome your stress.
I am trained in EMDR, a technique to cope with deep emotional distress.
If you’ve been struggling to find a therapist experienced in working with your situation I encourage you to email me. I’m currently taking in-person appointments in Indiana and online in Washington. I specialize in treating trauma, sexual and gender issues and personality disorders. I have 10 years clinical experience serving Greater Lafayette and 15 years total working with individuals and couples of all ages. I am an AASECT certified sex therapist and trained in multiple approaches to treating PTSD. I am looking forward to meeting with you to discuss the best way that we can work together to help you overcome your stress.
(765) 345-4137 View (765) 345-4137
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Peace of Mind Mental Health, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47904
Waitlist for new clients
I am Katie Doscher, LMHC and I am an EMDR certified counselor. I work with adults (age 18 +) who have experienced physical or emotional tragedies that prevent them from being able to enjoy their lives to the fullest in the present. So often our trauma can drag us back into the past without our permission. I work with people who are looking to resolve intrusive emotions or experiences from the past.
I am Katie Doscher, LMHC and I am an EMDR certified counselor. I work with adults (age 18 +) who have experienced physical or emotional tragedies that prevent them from being able to enjoy their lives to the fullest in the present. So often our trauma can drag us back into the past without our permission. I work with people who are looking to resolve intrusive emotions or experiences from the past.
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Danielle Bastian
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47904
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy can help make sense of it, whether through traditional 'talk therapy' or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Hello! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) serving clients in my office at Enlightened Mental Health in Lafayette, Indiana. I offer individual outpatient therapy to teens (15 yrs+) and adults. I am passionate about helping people discover recurring life themes, identify intergenerational cycles, challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, and validate emotions.
Therapy can help make sense of it, whether through traditional 'talk therapy' or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Hello! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) serving clients in my office at Enlightened Mental Health in Lafayette, Indiana. I offer individual outpatient therapy to teens (15 yrs+) and adults. I am passionate about helping people discover recurring life themes, identify intergenerational cycles, challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, and validate emotions.
(765) 562-9054 View (765) 562-9054
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Carrie Leak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
We sometimes need a formal support to help us work through issues and guide us into our true authentic self. With more than 15 years in the social work field, I have been able to collaborate with many individuals (kids, teens and adults) to help them heal and identify solutions for life's many challenges. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use. l am trained in CBT, DBT, and MET and have training in EMDR and Child Centered Play Therapy.
We sometimes need a formal support to help us work through issues and guide us into our true authentic self. With more than 15 years in the social work field, I have been able to collaborate with many individuals (kids, teens and adults) to help them heal and identify solutions for life's many challenges. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use. l am trained in CBT, DBT, and MET and have training in EMDR and Child Centered Play Therapy.
(765) 946-4082 View (765) 946-4082
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Collaborative Care LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47901
Therapy provides a safe space to develop the underlying factor for true happiness - meaningful human connection. The therapeutic experience at Collaborative Care is tailored to your individual needs. We have a team of therapists that work with children, adults, and couples using various therapeutic techniques such as; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma Focused – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and others to help you develop your best life possible. You are not alone! Contact us for a free phone consultation.
Therapy provides a safe space to develop the underlying factor for true happiness - meaningful human connection. The therapeutic experience at Collaborative Care is tailored to your individual needs. We have a team of therapists that work with children, adults, and couples using various therapeutic techniques such as; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma Focused – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and others to help you develop your best life possible. You are not alone! Contact us for a free phone consultation.
(765) 563-2192 View (765) 563-2192
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Mercedes Hockemeyer, LSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
I am experienced in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and more.
Over the past four years I have collaborated with my clients to manage their mental health symptoms and life stressors using clinically proven therapeutic methods. I am passionate about my career and have experience with adolescents and adults who struggle with family and relationship problems, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, trauma, self-esteem and motivation, and regulating difficult emotions. I want to help you determine why you are currently experiencing challenges and develop goals and actions to resolve these issues.
I am experienced in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and more.
Over the past four years I have collaborated with my clients to manage their mental health symptoms and life stressors using clinically proven therapeutic methods. I am passionate about my career and have experience with adolescents and adults who struggle with family and relationship problems, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, trauma, self-esteem and motivation, and regulating difficult emotions. I want to help you determine why you are currently experiencing challenges and develop goals and actions to resolve these issues.
(765) 548-3986 View (765) 548-3986
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Toni Durda
Counselor, LPC, LMHC , NCC, CMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905  (Online Only)
I also have trauma focused training, which includes EMDR.
Life is full of obstacles, whether they started early on in our life or later. Regardless, these life events can impact us in ways that can cause emotional, physical, and mental responses that we don’t always understand. We can get caught up in patterns and behavior we desperately want to breakout of but feel powerless to change. I truly understand the frustrations and hopelessness that can come with this, making it even more difficult to navigate through life and relationship-most often the ones that mean the most to us.
I also have trauma focused training, which includes EMDR.
Life is full of obstacles, whether they started early on in our life or later. Regardless, these life events can impact us in ways that can cause emotional, physical, and mental responses that we don’t always understand. We can get caught up in patterns and behavior we desperately want to breakout of but feel powerless to change. I truly understand the frustrations and hopelessness that can come with this, making it even more difficult to navigate through life and relationship-most often the ones that mean the most to us.
(765) 537-3958 View (765) 537-3958
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Margarete Brandenburg
Counselor, MA-MFT, LMHC, DCEP, MDiv, ADV-EFT
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47909
Along with being certified in EMDR I am also a diplomate in Energy Psychology and work through holistic methods that then empower the client to learn, take hom, and employ in all sorts of situations.
What? Me . .traumatized? Surely it's not as bad as. . someone else and Their experience. Trauma comes in many forms and disguises. The back part of the brain subconsciously feels we are in a battle or there's a bear in the cave. Our defenses/ways of coping and triggers arise in ways that aren't helpful or productive/controllable. Reactions/responses seem to come from out of nowhere. These can be signs/symptoms of anxiety, depression, and overwhelm. All can be addressed and shifted in counseling, particularly through EMDR. I am certified in that field and have found it to be life-changing for many.
Along with being certified in EMDR I am also a diplomate in Energy Psychology and work through holistic methods that then empower the client to learn, take hom, and employ in all sorts of situations.
What? Me . .traumatized? Surely it's not as bad as. . someone else and Their experience. Trauma comes in many forms and disguises. The back part of the brain subconsciously feels we are in a battle or there's a bear in the cave. Our defenses/ways of coping and triggers arise in ways that aren't helpful or productive/controllable. Reactions/responses seem to come from out of nowhere. These can be signs/symptoms of anxiety, depression, and overwhelm. All can be addressed and shifted in counseling, particularly through EMDR. I am certified in that field and have found it to be life-changing for many.
(317) 942-3906 View (317) 942-3906
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Gen Judayna Elmahdi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47905  (Online Only)
Gen has specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy, for PTSD; the most evidenced-based, frontline treatments available.
Visit Gen at www.facebook.com/genjudaynaprivatepractice/ or www.genjudayna.com . Gen's life's work is to assist you in realizing who you were created to be and realizing all that you are. Gen genuinely cares about her clients and will go above and beyond to provide the best guidance and support. She will take the time to listen, assess, understand, and provide helpful insights to assist you in dealing with your current situation. Gen believes in meeting clients where they are and working together on goals that are important to the individual or family.
Gen has specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy, for PTSD; the most evidenced-based, frontline treatments available.
Visit Gen at www.facebook.com/genjudaynaprivatepractice/ or www.genjudayna.com . Gen's life's work is to assist you in realizing who you were created to be and realizing all that you are. Gen genuinely cares about her clients and will go above and beyond to provide the best guidance and support. She will take the time to listen, assess, understand, and provide helpful insights to assist you in dealing with your current situation. Gen believes in meeting clients where they are and working together on goals that are important to the individual or family.
(765) 780-0886 View (765) 780-0886
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Amanda Moss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47909
Training on specific models of psycho therapy include emotionally focused couples therapy, EMDR, DBT, motivational interviewing, CBT, and mindfulness.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been in the mental health field since 2015. I am currently accepting new patients. I have always had a passion for helping others achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I enjoy working with those that struggle with addiction, depression, trauma, anxiety, stressful life situations, and relational issues. Our connections with others are so important and when we struggle in relation to others is often when we seek outside help.
Training on specific models of psycho therapy include emotionally focused couples therapy, EMDR, DBT, motivational interviewing, CBT, and mindfulness.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been in the mental health field since 2015. I am currently accepting new patients. I have always had a passion for helping others achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I enjoy working with those that struggle with addiction, depression, trauma, anxiety, stressful life situations, and relational issues. Our connections with others are so important and when we struggle in relation to others is often when we seek outside help.
(765) 266-3573 View (765) 266-3573
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Still Waters Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47904
I am certified in EMDR, I have a background in working with disordered eating behaviors, I am a sex informed therapist, I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and mindfulness.
I love working with clients who are curious about themselves. Anxiety, depression, perfectionism, spirituality, relationship issues and self acceptance are the areas I work with most frequently. I see adolescants through adulthood. Life has many transitions, twists and turns. I enjoying being part of the process as clients begin to connect pieces of life and reframe the negative narratives they once believed into empowerment and strength.
I am certified in EMDR, I have a background in working with disordered eating behaviors, I am a sex informed therapist, I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and mindfulness.
I love working with clients who are curious about themselves. Anxiety, depression, perfectionism, spirituality, relationship issues and self acceptance are the areas I work with most frequently. I see adolescants through adulthood. Life has many transitions, twists and turns. I enjoying being part of the process as clients begin to connect pieces of life and reframe the negative narratives they once believed into empowerment and strength.
(765) 562-9960 View (765) 562-9960
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Monica Erk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47904
I have been trained in EMDR, DBT, and Brainspotting to help people move past trauma and tough events in their life.
We all go through seasons in our lives where it would be beneficial to have someone come along side and help us get out of our own muck. I work with a variety of people but particularly like helping people get past traumatic events or to have better relationships with others.
I have been trained in EMDR, DBT, and Brainspotting to help people move past trauma and tough events in their life.
We all go through seasons in our lives where it would be beneficial to have someone come along side and help us get out of our own muck. I work with a variety of people but particularly like helping people get past traumatic events or to have better relationships with others.
(765) 212-3712 View (765) 212-3712
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Aarika White
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47901  (Online Only)
Through my training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), I can help you both manage stress and distress, process through past wounds that might be holding you back, and work with you to develop a life worth living.
Do you struggle with managing your feelings or tolerating stress and frustration? Is it difficult to be present? Do you find it challenging to state your needs and wants to others in a clear way or compromise with others? Or, are you in the midst of a life transition and finding it more challenging than you thought?
Through my training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), I can help you both manage stress and distress, process through past wounds that might be holding you back, and work with you to develop a life worth living.
Do you struggle with managing your feelings or tolerating stress and frustration? Is it difficult to be present? Do you find it challenging to state your needs and wants to others in a clear way or compromise with others? Or, are you in the midst of a life transition and finding it more challenging than you thought?
(317) 527-4614 View (317) 527-4614
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Caitlyn Rhorer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47909
These include: cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic EMDR, Mindfulness, trauma-informed therapy and more.
I am a holistic & inclusive trauma & sex therapist. I love to help clients work on the issues most important to them and to talk about those things that you may not be able to with anyone else. Trauma, sex, relationships, everything is on the table, because it is all YOU! I approach issues from a holistic lens, which includes all aspects of your life experience. My work is strengths based and client centered, meaning I believe you are the expert on your life and you possess unique strengths to help you on your journey. Together we will foster and build your strengths as we embark on the path towards self-discovery and healing.
These include: cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic EMDR, Mindfulness, trauma-informed therapy and more.
I am a holistic & inclusive trauma & sex therapist. I love to help clients work on the issues most important to them and to talk about those things that you may not be able to with anyone else. Trauma, sex, relationships, everything is on the table, because it is all YOU! I approach issues from a holistic lens, which includes all aspects of your life experience. My work is strengths based and client centered, meaning I believe you are the expert on your life and you possess unique strengths to help you on your journey. Together we will foster and build your strengths as we embark on the path towards self-discovery and healing.
(765) 345-8845 View (765) 345-8845
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Becky VanDenburgh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47901
Taking new clients at this time! If I asked you to name all the things in life you loved; how long would it take you to name yourself? Through my extensive experience working in mental health, I've adopted a style of therapy that is both direct, empowering and supportive. My experience allows for me to be flexible in my treatment approach, ensuring that I am providing counseling services that are individualized to meet your needs. My therapy strengths are in treating trauma/complex trauma, anxiety disorders, and depression. I am a certified EMDR therapist. I am now offering EMDR Intensives.
Taking new clients at this time! If I asked you to name all the things in life you loved; how long would it take you to name yourself? Through my extensive experience working in mental health, I've adopted a style of therapy that is both direct, empowering and supportive. My experience allows for me to be flexible in my treatment approach, ensuring that I am providing counseling services that are individualized to meet your needs. My therapy strengths are in treating trauma/complex trauma, anxiety disorders, and depression. I am a certified EMDR therapist. I am now offering EMDR Intensives.
(317) 794-2485 View (317) 794-2485
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Lindsey N Saltzman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47904  (Online Only)
Hi there! I'm Lindsey Saltzman, LSCW, the founder and practitioner of Equinox Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I have worked in the field since 2013 with many different types of clients, however my primary experience has been in crisis intervention and trauma treatment. I utilize EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and many more methods to help my clients find balance and function better in their daily life. At this time I am accepting Indiana and Kentucky clients on a limited basis after an initial consult.
Hi there! I'm Lindsey Saltzman, LSCW, the founder and practitioner of Equinox Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I have worked in the field since 2013 with many different types of clients, however my primary experience has been in crisis intervention and trauma treatment. I utilize EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and many more methods to help my clients find balance and function better in their daily life. At this time I am accepting Indiana and Kentucky clients on a limited basis after an initial consult.
(812) 610-8428 View (812) 610-8428
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Sarah Boulac
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47901
Waitlist for new clients
All of us have had experiences that challenge us and push us to our limits. When things are hard, we may start to wonder, “What’s wrong with me?” So often, though, what you’re going through is a natural human response to the stressors in your environment. You don’t need to be fixed; you’re not broken. In therapy we can work together to peel back the layers, take a closer look at your challenges, past or present, become rooted in who you are and the strengths you have so you can rise above and live a life you love.
All of us have had experiences that challenge us and push us to our limits. When things are hard, we may start to wonder, “What’s wrong with me?” So often, though, what you’re going through is a natural human response to the stressors in your environment. You don’t need to be fixed; you’re not broken. In therapy we can work together to peel back the layers, take a closer look at your challenges, past or present, become rooted in who you are and the strengths you have so you can rise above and live a life you love.
(765) 999-4515 View (765) 999-4515
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Healing Gardens Counseling Center
Counselor, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
Trauma can be difficult and complex. The path to healing can be as well. Clients who have experienced trauma, but who have a strong desire to overcome their obstacles and strive for a healthy, balanced way of life, relieved of the mounting weight of the experience, are the clients that instill enthusiasm and drive in me. Their needs may range from help processing underlying emotions, dismantling unhelpful thought patterns, or creating goals that align with their strengths. These values and motives make up my ideal client. They want freedom from a negative experience because they know the potential joy of being their fullest self.
Trauma can be difficult and complex. The path to healing can be as well. Clients who have experienced trauma, but who have a strong desire to overcome their obstacles and strive for a healthy, balanced way of life, relieved of the mounting weight of the experience, are the clients that instill enthusiasm and drive in me. Their needs may range from help processing underlying emotions, dismantling unhelpful thought patterns, or creating goals that align with their strengths. These values and motives make up my ideal client. They want freedom from a negative experience because they know the potential joy of being their fullest self.
(765) 553-4716 View (765) 553-4716
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Stephanie Milan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47901  (Online Only)
I have a unique understanding of racial traumas, college life struggles, and coping with low self-esteem. It is my mission to create a space for everyone to feel comfortable. I understand it can be difficult to feel certain about talking to someone, but I am committed to providing a supportive environment. Gender, race, ethnicity, and sexuality should not be a barrier to getting compassionate care.
I have a unique understanding of racial traumas, college life struggles, and coping with low self-esteem. It is my mission to create a space for everyone to feel comfortable. I understand it can be difficult to feel certain about talking to someone, but I am committed to providing a supportive environment. Gender, race, ethnicity, and sexuality should not be a barrier to getting compassionate care.
(765) 217-4550 View (765) 217-4550
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, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.