EMDR Therapy in California & Texas
What is EMDR Therapy?
HEALING THE MIND FROM TRAUMA AND PTSD
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an integrative form of treatment used to address trauma, PTSD, and other mental health conditions.
The brain doesn't always process trauma completely. When this happens, you're left dealing with lasting impacts. You might feel stuck or unable to move on because the memory is affecting your functioning, relationships, or well-being. EMDR helps your brain reprocess distressing experiences, lessening their effects and alleviating symptoms. Online EMDR therapy simply means that you’ll receive this type of treatment via video call sessions instead of in person.
Break free from the past.
Reprocess your trauma, reduce its grip on your life, and reclaim your sense of peace and control.
How does EMDR work?
HOW IT HELPS YOUR BRAIN HEAL
So, how does EMDR actually work? It uses eye movements or tapping to trigger something called bilateral stimulation while you think about the trauma. This is similar to what your brain does during REM sleep when it processes everything that's happening in your life.
The goal of EMDR is to reduce the power that trauma or distressing experiences have over your life. It doesn't erase those painful memories, but it helps your brain reprocess them, so they no longer trigger intense emotions or control you. By addressing the negative beliefs tied to these memories, EMDR opens the door to new ways of thinking and lasting healing.
And the best part? With online EMDR therapy, you can access these benefits from the comfort of your home or wherever you feel most at ease!
Benefits of EMDR Therapy
EMDR: MORE THAN JUST TRAUMA TREATMENT
While EMDR is most well known for its effectiveness in treating trauma and PTSD, it is also used to treat:
Anxiety
Depression
OCD
Chronic Pain
Addictions
Dissociative Disorders
Phobias
Eating Disorders
Distressing Memories
Complicated Grief
Personality Disorders
HOW TO GET STARTED
Book a free 20-min chat to discuss your goals and any questions you have about my practice.
SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT
If we both decide we're a good fit, I’ll schedule an initial session and send over intake paperwork.
ATTEND SESSION
We'll explore your history and goals and start building our therapeutic relationship for your journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Individual/EMDR Therapy: $200 per 50 minute session
Extended EMDR: $360 per 90 minute session
Payment is due at the time of session.
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Currently, I only offer virtual therapy sessions. This allows for greater flexibility and convenience, enabling you to attend sessions from the comfort of your own home. Sessions are conducted via a secure and confidential video platform which can be accessed from a computer, tablet or smartphone.
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I am an In-Network provider with UnitedHealthcare, Optum, and Oxford Heath. I do not take other forms of insurance at this time. If your plan has an out-of-network benefit, I am happy to provide you with a monthly super bill (a detailed receipt) for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. Please be aware that reimbursement will depend on your insurance coverage.
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You can pay for sessions using debit and credit cards as well as FSA/HSA funds.
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Yes. I offer a limited number of reduced rate slots for clients experiencing financial barriers to therapy. Please contact me to see if any are available.
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If you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please provide at least 24 hours notice. Sessions canceled less than 24 hours before appointment time will be charged the full session rate.
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I work with adult individuals 18+. I do not provide couples therapy or services for children/teens.
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I offer therapy sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 10am to 4pm.
I don’t have evening or weekend sessions at this time.
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Each client receives an individualized treatment plan, so session regularity will vary between individuals. However, most clients attend weekly or bi-weekly therapy sessions. We’ll discuss your schedule needs and treatment recommendations when you begin therapy and as changes arise.
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The beginning of therapy will be a lot of information gathering during the first and possibly second session to help us determine the direction of your treatment plan. My goal is to provide a welcoming and inclusive space, where you feel safe and comfortable to share about your experiences. I will facilitate and guide our sessions while taking your input, preferences, strengths, and goals into account.
You can expect to have space to share without judgment and support as you explore yourself, relationships, past experiences, and what you want out of life.
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The therapeutic relationship is built on trust, and it will take time for us to cultivate that in our work together. Please know that my goal is to provide you with supportive, honest, and compassionate care throughout the duration of your treatment.
We will proceed through exploration at the speed at which you’re comfortable with. That’s not to say that there won’t be times in therapy when your courage and vulnerability will be requested. But I won’t push you to talk about areas of your life that you’re not ready or willing to discuss. We’ll go at your pace.
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Under federal law, health care providers must provide patients who don’t have health insurance or are not using insurance with an estimate of their bill for health care services before those services are provided. This estimate is called a Good Faith Estimate.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of services upon request or when scheduling services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate in a way that is accessible to you.
You have the right to have your provider explain the estimate to you upon request.
You have the right to dispute a bill for services that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises/consumers or call 1- 800-985-3059.
Learn More About EMDR
Check out this video from EMDR International Association