EMDR Therapy in NJ

Transform your trauma into resilience.

Understanding EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a well-researched, effective therapeutic technique designed to help people heal from traumatic experiences. At Peace of Mind Yoga, Counseling, and Wellness Center, we use EMDR to help our clients process and overcome the lasting impacts of trauma and distress. This therapy aids the brain’s natural healing process, allowing individuals to achieve emotional and mental well-being.

How EMDR Works

EMDR therapy involves a comprehensive eight-phase approach, including bilateral stimulation such as eye movements, taps, or sounds. This process reactivates the brain’s ability to process and integrate traumatic memories. The result? A significant reduction in the emotional distress these memories cause leads to better psychological health. EMDR is highly effective in treating PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, and phobias.

The EMDR Process

The EMDR process typically unfolds over several weeks, allowing for a comprehensive approach to healing. Here’s what you can expect:

Initial Assessment

We start with a comprehensive assessment to understand your history, symptoms, and therapy goals. This helps us create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

Preparation Phase

In this phase, we focus on building a solid therapeutic relationship and equipping you with coping skills. This includes:

  • Psychoeducation: Learning about the EMDR process and how it works.

  • Resource Development: Develop internal resources, such as relaxation techniques and safe place imagery, to ensure you feel secure during therapy.

Desensitization and Reprocessing

During this phase, we use bilateral stimulation while we recall distressing memories. This helps to reduce the emotional intensity of these memories and allows for adaptive resolution. This phase is repeated over several sessions, gradually addressing different aspects of your traumatic experiences.

Integration and Closure

After the reprocessing sessions, we ensure you fully integrate the therapeutic gains into your daily life. The closure phase involves reinforcing positive changes and ensuring you leave each session feeling stable and empowered.

Discover EMDR Intensives

For those looking for a more immersive therapy experience, our EMDR Intensives are the perfect solution. Conducted over three days, these sessions provide a focused, in-depth approach to healing and are designed to deliver substantial therapeutic results quickly.

What’s Included in EMDR Intensives?

Our EMDR Intensives blend several holistic practices to enhance the therapeutic experience:

  1. EMDR Sessions: Intensive EMDR therapy to deeply address and reprocess traumatic memories.

  2. Sound Bowls: Therapeutic sound sessions with Tibetan singing bowls promote deep relaxation and emotional healing.

  3. Reiki: Energy healing sessions to balance and restore the body’s energy, enhancing overall well-being.

  4. Private Yoga: Personalized yoga sessions designed to integrate body and mind.

  5. Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP): A listening therapy that calms the nervous system and improves emotional regulation.

  6. Meditation: Guided meditation sessions to boost mindfulness and emotional clarity.

  7. Yoga Nidra: Deep relaxation practices aimed at reducing stress and facilitating profound rest and recovery.

  8. Sandplay Therapy: A creative modality that utilizes sand and figures to create scenes to enhance and discover healing within.

If you’ve been looking for EMDR in Berkeley Heights, NJ, get in touch today to start the process!