EMDR Therapy Adelaide

Release Trauma, Anxiety and Emotional Blocks

A gentle and proven way to help your mind process difficult memories, reduce anxiety and move forward with lasting confidence and calm.

What EMDR Can Help With

If you are exploring EMDR in Adelaide, you might be surprised by how wide its benefits reach. Although EMDR was originally known for trauma support, it is now used globally to help people process difficult emotions, release old patterns and move forward with more confidence and calm.

EMDR works by helping the brain reprocess experiences that have become stuck, creating space for new, healthier responses. This often leads to noticeable shifts in how someone feels, thinks and reacts day to day.

"I felt calmer and clearer after only a few sessions."

Common Concerns I Help With

EMDR treatment can be helpful for a range of challenges, including:

Past trauma and distressing memories

Anxiety and ongoing worry

Panic symptoms

Phobias and fears

Depression and low mood

Grief and emotional overwhelm

Chronic stress

Low self esteem and self worth

Sleep difficulties

Chronic pain

Performance blocks in work, study or sport

Patterns or triggers that keep resurfacing

Find out more about how EMDR could support you.

Benefits of EMDR Treatment

People who choose EMDR in Adelaide often share that they experience:

A sense of emotional relief, even after long term struggles

Clearer thinking and fewer intrusive thoughts

Reduced intensity of triggers or past memories

Improved confidence and self trust

Greater resilience when facing stress

A calmer baseline in everyday life

A stronger ability to respond rather than react

A feeling of being more in control of their inner world

This approach focuses on lasting change, not just coping. By resolving the deeper emotional blocks behind current symptoms, EMDR can offer a powerful shift for many areas of life, not just trauma.

What EMDR Is and Why It Helps

Adelaide EMDR Session

EMDR, also known as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, is a therapy that helps your brain process experiences that were overwhelming at the time they happened. Instead of talking in circles or reliving everything, EMDR supports your mind to reorganise the memory so it feels less intense.

Through a set of gentle eye movements, taps or sounds, your brain is guided to reprocess the experience. This is based on the basic principles of how the mind naturally moves towards healing.

I support clients right across Adelaide and beyond, including people who prefer EMDR treatment online. This gives you the freedom to work with me from home in a space where you feel comfortable and safe.

I love seeing how EMDR helps people feel more at ease within themselves. If you have been feeling stuck and you want a treatment that guides your brain to heal more naturally, EMDR can be a great next step.

How EMDR Treatment Works

Every person brings a different story, so I always begin with a calm and steady pace. We start with preparation. This includes learning grounding tools and helping your nervous system feel safe enough to begin EMDR treatment steps.

Once you feel ready, we move into the reprocessing stage. I guide you through the eye movements while you simply notice what comes up. You do not need to talk through every detail. You just stay open to what your mind brings forward.

There is also an option for some gentle self treatment exercises you can use between sessions, although the deeper work is always safest and most effective when guided by a trained EMDR practitioner.

"I finally felt like something shifted, not just talked about."

EMDR Consultation in Adelaide

Book your free 15 minute phone call at the most convenient time to discuss more with me & help clarify your questions.

EMDR in Adelaide and Online

You can see me in person at my Glenside or Kensington rooms, and many clients also enjoy the privacy of EMDR treatment online. Both options work well. It comes down to what feels best for you.

Online EMDR works beautifully when you want to reduce travel, limit sensory overwhelm or possibly speed up your sessions by already feeling relaxed at home. I guide you step by step so the process still feels grounded and controlled.

"Online sessions were easier than I expected and still very effective."

Find out more about in person and online session options by getting in touch.

How EMDR Has Helped My Clients

Benefits of EMDR therapy in Adelaide

Over the years I have watched clients move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling more settled in their daily life. Many tell me they sleep better, feel less reactive, and find themselves coping with things that once triggered them.

Some clients feel lighter within a few sessions, while others notice slow and steady changes over time. The best part is seeing people regain a sense of strength and calm that feels natural to them.

Why Work With Me?

My focus is always on creating a warm and safe space where you can move at your own pace. EMDR does not need to feel rushed or intense. I guide the process in a grounded, steady way so you never feel alone in what comes up. My practise is always trauma informed.

I have supported many people in Adelaide who were looking for a practical therapy that helps their brain and body release what has been holding them back. My approach is calm, reassuring and flexible, whether you prefer face to face or EMDR treatment online.

"I always felt supported and understood during the sessions."

If you feel ready to explore EMDR, you are welcome to get in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EMDR treatment

EMDR stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. It is a structured therapy that helps the brain process memories that still feel distressing or stuck.

What are the basic principles behind EMDR

The treatment works by guiding both sides of the brain to communicate more clearly while you recall parts of a difficult memory. This helps the brain reprocess the experience so it loses its emotional intensity.

What are the EMDR treatment steps

We begin with preparation and grounding. Once you feel ready we move into the reprocessing stage. After that we check how your mind and body respond and continue building calm and stability.

Is EMDR treatment online effective

Yes, EMDR can be delivered online in a controlled and supportive way. Many clients prefer the comfort of working from home. I guide you through each step so it feels safe.

Can I use EMDR self treatment

There are gentle self soothing tools you can do between sessions. The deeper work should always be guided by a trained EMDR practitioner to keep the process safe.

How long does EMDR take

It depends on the person. Some clients feel shifts quickly while others need more time. We go at a pace that feels steady and manageable for you.

Locations

You are welcome to see me in either of my Adelaide locations or join me online if that feels easier and more comfortable.

Kensington

Revive Natural Health Centre
330 The Parade
Kensington SA 5068

Glenside

Solenne
296 Greenhill Rd
Glenside SA 5065

Online

Join me from the comfort of your own home via secure video call.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you would like to learn more or you are curious how EMDR could help, you are welcome to reach out. I offer sessions in Glenside, Kensington and online, and I am always happy to answer any questions.

Just Imagine Health Hypnotherapy

Clinical hypnotherapy and hypnobirthing in Adelaide. Supporting you to feel calmer, sleep better, and heal deeply.

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Locations & Hours

Revive Natural Health Centre

330 The Parade, Kensington, SA 5068

Mon, Wed, Thu: 9:30am - 5:00pm
After hours available on request

330 The Parade, Kensington SA 5068, Australia

Solenne

296 Greenhill Rd, Glenside, SA 5065

Fri: 9:30am - 4:00pm

No weekend appointments

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Sessions available in-person (Glenside & Kensington) or online