Together, we will look at feelings,
thoughts, sensations, and behaviors
as vehicles to affirmative change.

EMDR Therapy

At The Counseling Center of Maryland®, we offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR therapy, a highly effective method for addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges. At CCM we know that everyone faces tough times, and our therapists are here to support you with compassion and expertise. In our structured EMDR sessions, you’ll process distressing memories and gain strategies to boost your mental health and create meaningful change in your life.

EMDR at CCM offers a safe and supportive space to explore and heal from past traumas. This therapy approach can significantly lighten the emotional load of distressing memories and improve your overall mental health. Our skilled therapists can help you work through memories with EMDR, fostering healing, resilience, self-awareness, healthier coping strategies, and a more optimistic outlook on life. Whether you’re dealing with recent trauma or long-standing emotional challenges, our team at CCM is here to support you every step of the way.

EMDR stands out for its structured approach, featuring eight distinct phases that provide personalized and comprehensive care tailored to your needs. During the initial phases, therapists work with clients to gather their history and prepare them for the therapy process. As therapy progresses, clients engage in bilateral stimulation—such as eye movements or tapping—while focusing on specific traumatic memories. This process helps to reprocess and desensitize these memories to remove their emotional impact. EMDR at CCM is designed to help you feel empowered and in control of your healing journey.

At CCM, EMDR can be particularly effective for those who have not found relief through other therapy methods. By incorporating EMDR into our comprehensive treatment plans, we offer a holistic approach to mental health care with caring therapists who create a supportive environment to help you navigate your emotions with confidence. Join us at CCM to discover how EMDR therapy can help you create lasting change and emotional well-being.