Frequently Asked Questions About EMDR Therapy

Your first session will be an opportunity for you and your therapist to get to know each other. The therapist wants to understand what led you to seek counseling and your goals, so a treatment plan can be tailored specifically for you.

No, Before the actual trauma reprocessing part of EMDR (which is the part people usually think of), there's a whole preparation phase where you build up emotional regulation skills, stabilization techniques, and inner resources.

This often includes things like:

• Developing a safe/calm place you can mentally go to
• Practicing grounding techniques
• Strengthening your ability to self-soothe
• Learning containment strategies for overwhelming memories

50-minute sessions are $160. EMDR Intensives are available for 90-minute sessions at $250 or $350 for 120 minutes.

I accept credit, debit, Health Savings Plan (HSA), and Flex Spending Account (FSA) cards. I will keep the card number on file, and future sessions will be charged to your card before your appointment.

At EMDR4Women, LLC, I am committed to making high-quality therapy accessible, even if you're paying out of pocket. While I do not accept insurance, I'm happy to provide you with a Superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.

Call, text, or email. Please be sure to leave your name, phone number, and a few specific times that you will be available for me to reach you.

You can also book directly using my online calendar:

Appointment changes or cancellations need to be made more than 24 hours in advance of your appointment.

The appointment time is reserved especially for you, so any changes within 24 hours will be charged the full appointment fee.