A focus on distressing memories
EMDR involves bringing a troubling memory to mind while attending to a back-and-forth movement or sound.
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EMDR therapy in Tyler, Texas.
Understand the approach before you begin.
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a structured therapy used to treat PTSD. At The Bridge in Tyler, you can ask about working with an EMDR-trained counselor and whether this approach fits your care needs.
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What does EMDR involve?
EMDR follows a structured process. These are some of the elements you can discuss with a trained counselor.
Preparation before processing
The process includes discussing readiness and developing coping skills before working directly with trauma memories.
An individual care plan
Your counselor assesses fit and discusses the process with you. EMDR is one therapy option, and no single approach fits every person.
A STARTING POINT THAT FITS
Ask questions.
Make an informed choice.
Our EMDR-trained counselors can explain how they use the approach and discuss its place in your care. The Bridge’s Christian perspective remains part of the practice, and you can discuss faith and personal values with your counselor.
Explore Trauma & PTSD Counseling →Discuss your history and goals
Your counselor considers your concerns and readiness for memory-focused work.
Learn what to expect
Ask about preparation, the session format, and how you can communicate discomfort or questions.
Review your response
Your counselor checks in during the process and reviews your symptoms and further care needs.
GET TO KNOW OUR COUNSELORS
Experience you can ask about.
These counselors have experience with trauma and training in EMDR. Contact our office to discuss your needs and current availability.
Erin Young, LCSW-S
Licensed Clinical Social Worker–Supervisor
Erin is trained in EMDR and works with children, adolescents, individual adults, and families. Her areas of experience include PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and depression.
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Sarah Bell, LPC-A
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate · Supervised by Whitney Briggs, LPC-S
Sarah is trained in EMDR and works with individuals and couples ages 13 and up. Her experience includes trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
Read counselor profile →Questions about EMDR Therapy
Is EMDR the same as trauma counseling?
Trauma counseling describes the broader area of care. EMDR is a specific therapy approach that may be used within a treatment plan.
Do I have to describe every detail of what happened?
EMDR generally does not require a detailed verbal account of the trauma, but it does involve thinking about distressing memories. Ask your counselor what that would mean for you.
Can EMDR feel uncomfortable?
Focusing on distressing memories can bring up uncomfortable feelings. Discuss preparation, potential benefits and risks, and how your counselor will support you during sessions.
How many sessions will I need?
Ask your counselor about a plan based on your needs. The length of treatment varies; discuss how you will review progress and decide on further sessions together.
How do I book and check coverage?
Contact our office through the website inquiry form, conversational inquiry widget, phone, or email to ask about EMDR therapy and scheduling. Insurance and self-pay are available. Participation varies by counselor, plan, and appointment type; our office can confirm current coverage.
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Start with a conversation.
Contact our Tyler office about EMDR therapy.