Elena’s Blog
Saying You Matter Isn’t Selfish
There was a client who was in Phase 4 of EMDR and got...
When the Present Isn’t Stable
There are times in EMDR work when the past is not the most...
Anxiety is My Friend Named Peace
I just finished an EMDR session with a client. Her Phase 5...
Capacity Before Regulation
There’s a difference between helping a client regulate and...
When Healing Gets Loud
Abreactions happen during EMDR reprocessing. There is a...
Safety Before Reprocessing
There’s a difference between having rapport with a client...
But That’s Not What Really Happened
Let’s talk when clients resist the positive adaptive...
EMDR Reprocessing Readiness: Clinical Considerations
Readiness for EMDR reprocessing is often talked about as...
The EMDR Therapist Community That Builds You Up
Therapy is meaningful work. We spend our days holding...
Stop Talking!
I like to let my clients know they have the freedom to...
Why EMDR Certification Matters to the Work Itself
When I first heard about EMDR certification, I assumed it...
Clichés Are the Road to Healing
“Clichés are the royal road to healing,” said Dr. Andrew...
How to Become an EMDR Expert and Love the Work Again
If you’ve been trained in EMDR and still feel like...
Anger Can Be Adaptive
Here’s the background story: I recently moved to North...
The Hidden Benefits of EMDR Certification for Therapists
When most therapists think about getting certified in...
Unleashing the Healing Power of EMDR Therapy: Transforming Trauma, Restoring Lives
In the world of therapy, few modalities possess the...
Elevating Your EMDR Practice: The Importance of Improving Your EMDR Skills
As EMDR therapists, we have the incredible opportunity to...
Unlocking the Power of EMDR Consulting: Elevate Your Practice, Transform Lives
As therapists, we're constantly seeking ways to enhance...