Beyond Roots Counselling

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a trauma-informed therapy that helps the brain process distressing memories so they no longer feel overwhelming in the present. Rather than focusing only on talking through experiences, EMDR supports the brain’s natural ability to heal by helping it reprocess memories that feel “stuck.”

Through gentle bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or tactile tools), EMDR can reduce the emotional intensity connected to past experiences. Over time, this can lead to a greater sense of relief, clarity, and emotional regulation — without needing to relive every detail of what happened.

EMDR is often used to support people navigating trauma, anxiety, and difficult life experiences, and it can be adapted to move at a pace that feels safe and manageable for each individual.

EMDR May Be Helpful If You’re Experiencing:

EMDR can be helpful for individuals who feel impacted by past or ongoing experiences that continue to affect how they feel, think, or respond in the present. You don’t need to have a single, clearly defined trauma for EMDR to be supportive.

EMDR may be a good fit if you’re experiencing:

Trauma or distressing past experiences
Anxiety, panic, or persistent fear responses
Feeling stuck in emotional or behavioural patterns
Strong reactions that feel out of proportion to the present moment
Difficulty regulating emotions or feeling safe in your body
The lasting effects of abuse, neglect, or chronic stress

EMDR can be adapted to meet you where you are. Therapy moves at a pace that feels manageable, and sessions are guided collaboratively, with your comfort and sense of safety prioritized throughout the process.

EMDR therapy is a collaborative process, guided by your goals, comfort level, and readiness. Sessions are paced intentionally, and you remain in control of what is explored and when.

You are not asked to relive or share every detail of past experiences. Instead, EMDR focuses on noticing thoughts, emotions, and body sensations in a way that feels manageable and supported.

During sessions, bilateral stimulation may be used to support processing. This can include gentle eye movements, tactile tools, or other methods, and options are always discussed together in advance. Your consent and choice are prioritized at every stage.

Throughout the process, regulation and grounding are woven into the work to help ensure sessions feel safe, steady, and supportive. EMDR is adapted to meet you where you are, with flexibility and care.

What to Expect in EMDR Therapy

The EMDR Process

EMDR follows a structured yet flexible process that is always adapted to your needs and comfort level. Therapy moves at a pace that feels manageable, with an emphasis on safety, choice, and collaboration throughout.

While each person’s experience is unique, EMDR therapy often includes:

Getting to know your history, goals, and current challenges
Learning grounding and regulation skills to support nervous system safety
Gently processing memories or experiences that feel stuck or overwhelming
Integrating new insights, emotional relief, and a greater sense of stability

You remain in control at every stage, and sessions are guided with care to ensure the work feels supportive rather than overwhelming.

EMDR at Beyond Roots Counselling

At Beyond Roots Counselling, EMDR is offered through a trauma-informed, nervous system–aware lens. I prioritize creating a space that feels grounded, collaborative, and emotionally safe, where your experiences are met with care and respect.

Sessions are paced intentionally, with a strong emphasis on consent, choice, and attunement. EMDR work is integrated thoughtfully, ensuring that regulation and stability are always supported alongside deeper processing.

The focus is not just on revisiting the past, but on helping you feel more present, resilient, and connected in your day-to-day life.

Session Options

EMDR sessions are offered in the following formats:

60-minute EMDR sessions – $235
90-minute EMDR sessions – $350

We’ll decide together what session length feels right for you, based on your goals, comfort level, and the type of support you’re seeking.

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