Healing trauma at its root
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured, evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process and integrate distressing memories — so they no longer hold the same power over you.
What is EMDR?
EMDR was developed by Dr Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s and is now endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), the American Psychological Association (APA), and the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as a first-line treatment for PTSD and trauma.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn't require you to describe your experiences in detail. Instead, it uses bilateral stimulation — typically guided eye movements — to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories in a way that reduces their emotional intensity.
The 8 phases of EMDR
EMDR follows a structured 8-phase protocol developed to ensure safety and effectiveness at every stage of treatment.
History & treatment planning
Jane learns about your history, identifies target memories, and develops a personalised treatment plan.
Preparation
You learn stabilisation and resourcing techniques to ensure you feel safe and grounded throughout the process.
Assessment
The target memory is identified along with associated beliefs, emotions, and body sensations.
Desensitisation
Bilateral stimulation is used while you hold the target memory, allowing the brain to reprocess it naturally.
Installation
A positive belief is strengthened to replace the negative belief associated with the memory.
Body scan
Any remaining tension or distress held in the body is identified and addressed.
Closure
Each session ends with grounding and stabilisation to ensure you leave feeling safe.
Re-evaluation
Progress is reviewed at the start of each new session to guide ongoing treatment.
What EMDR can help with
Curious whether EMDR is right for you?
Jane offers a free 15-minute phone consultation to answer your questions and help you decide if EMDR therapy is a good fit.