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What is EMDR?
Written by Laura Valentino, MSW, LISW-S (she/her) If you’ve spent any time looking into trauma therapy, you’ve likely heard of EMDR. I want to talk about what EMDR is in the same way I usually explain it to my clients... straightforward, relatable, and grounded in how the brain actually works. What does EMDR stand for? EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It’s an evidence-based therapy most commonly known for treating trauma, but it’s also used for a
Dec 19, 20253 min read
Importance of Addressing Your Trauma History
Written by Rachael Schleich, MSW, LSW (she/her/hers) We often see clients come in wanting to manage daily stress, looking for coping skills and tools to stay calm, stop spiraling thoughts, and avoid snapping at loved ones. They want to “fix” themselves and quiet their worried minds. While learning coping skills is an important part of therapy, it’s only one piece of the work we do together. As therapists, we don’t just focus on behaviors; we explore what led to them, what pur
Nov 5, 20252 min read
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