EMDR THERAPY

Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly effective form of mental health treatment.

At the root of most mental health and some chronic physical health disorders is trauma, or what can be referred to as the stored memory of a difficult experience. Traumatic memory is understood to be stored in a person’s brain and nervous system. Stored traumatic memory creates the symptoms of mental health and some chronic illness issues.

The method of EMDR treats mental health and chronic illness that is created by trauma by processing the trauma itself. It is widely demonstrated in EMDR research that once the stored trauma is resolved in a person’s brain and nervous system, symptoms of mental and some chronic physical health issues dissolve.

EMDR therapy is now in high-demand and for good reason. It is highly effective, faster and gentler approach to processing our most difficult life experiences. I would know; since I was a body-based talk therapist for many years prior to becoming an EMDR therapist. I see the difference in several ways: relief of some symptoms for most clients is immediate, therapy is generally less intensive of an experience, and the length of treatment is oftentimes shorter. Now as a Certified EMDR Therapist, seeing client after client transform into empowered, authentic versions of themselves where they make the changes they need to make with confidence and self-control is something I want to help facilitate, over and over. I provide the treatment, but my clients are the ones who heal. They are so inspiring to me and it is simply an honour to be a part of such transformation.

Currently, I am a Fully Certified EMDR Therapist trained by the world’s leading EMDR researchers and trainers, EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). I provide individual EMDR therapy sessions in-person and on a virtual platform.

I also offer specialized EMDR services:

• Group EMDR Therapy (G-TEP)

• Treating recent traumatic events (R-TEP)

The attractive part of Group EMDR Therapy is that a group of people who share a common experience can process their trauma together, without needing to share their story. Group EMDR Services play a major role in the prevention and treatment of staff burnout due to working in crisis situations as well as daily vicarious trauma. Group EMDR Therapy is ideal for staff who work in the fields of Human Services (Social Workers, Counsellors, Psychologists, Therapists, Psychiatrists, Teachers, Corrections), Health Care (Nurses, LPN, PCA, Physicians, Medical staff) and Emergency Response (Fire, Police, Paramedics). Good mental health is central not only for our overall wellness but the quality of work we do to help others in our communities. Helpers have needs too and helping the helpers respond to their mental health needs helps everyone.

Recent Traumatic Events Protocol (R-TEP) is EMDR work carried out following the occurrence of a recent trauma or difficult experience. This work is done on an individual basis. Treating a traumatic event shortly after it has occurred prevents the manifestation of mental health disorders from trauma and stress related disorders, to anxiety and depression, substance abuse disorder and more. If the root of most mental health issues today is widely accepted by mental health professionals as trauma, receiving EMDR therapy in the wake of a traumatic event or the end of a traumatic period of time is the timely and crucial form of treatment needed for your health needs.

If you or your workplace are interested in reaching out to inquire about Group EMDR (G-TEP) sessions or would like support in the wake of a recent traumatic event or period of time, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at: lieffnancy@gmail.com

Disclaimer: While I do provide EMDR Services to treat recent traumatic events, my services are not the best fit for individuals who are currently undergoing a mental health crisis. If you or someone you know is in a mental health crisis please connect to your local emergency services.