EMDR therapy
for what talk therapy hasn't been able to reach
Trauma has a way of living in the body long after the mind has tried to move on. You might understand exactly what happened and still find your nervous system bracing and reacting. That's not a failure of insight: it's how trauma works.
EMDR is one of the most effective, evidence-based approaches for processing what's been stuck. I'm a certified EMDR therapist based in Boulder at Path of Purpose, and this work is built for exactly that: helping your nervous system finally complete what it couldn't at the time.
what EMDR actually does
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It uses bilateral stimulation, typically guided eye movements, to help your brain reprocess experiences that got lodged in your nervous system rather than fully integrated. The result isn't forgetting: the memory loses its charge.
what to expect in an EMDR session with me
We don't begin with bilateral stimulation on day one. The early sessions are about building safety and making sure you have the internal resources to move through the work without becoming overwhelmed. I follow your pace, not a script.
start with a free 15 minute consultation
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book nowsessions and pricing
I'm private pay only, which means our work is never shaped by insurance timelines or approval requirements. Sessions are $140 for 50 to 55 minutes. A free 15-minute consultation is available before any commitment.
start with a free 15 minute consultation
Discover your path forward... your next chapter starts here
book nowEMDR therapy
this might be right for you if...
- You understand what happened but your body still reacts as if it's happening now
- You've talked about the trauma enough and are ready to actually process it
- You've tried other therapy and the needle hasn't moved on the trauma piece
- You shut down, freeze, or disconnect in moments that should feel safe
- You're ready to work at the level of the nervous system, not just the story
frequently asked questions
What does EMDR therapy feel like?
Most people describe it as less intense than they expected. You're not asked to relive the experience in detail. Instead, you bring it to mind lightly while following the bilateral movements, and notice what arises in your body and thoughts. Many clients feel a kind of release or settling as the processing happens, though responses vary. I stay close throughout and we go at your pace.
Is EMDR only for PTSD?
No. EMDR was developed for trauma, but it's effective for a wide range of experiences including anxiety, depression, grief, relational wounds, and the kind of chronic activation that doesn't have a single clear source. If something feels stuck in your nervous system, EMDR is often worth exploring.
How many EMDR sessions will I need?
That depends on what you're working through and how your system responds. Some people notice real shifts within a handful of sessions. Others work with layered or complex trauma over a longer period. I don't operate on a fixed timeline. We move at the pace that's right for you.