PTSD

How EMDR Therapy Helps Heal From PTSD

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Close up on person's eye with text overlay "How EMDR Therapy Helps Heal From PTSD" from a PTSD therapist in Ballwin, MO. Virtual EMDR in Missouri is available here!

Maybe you’ve been carrying around memories that feel heavy, no matter how much time has passed. Sometimes it’s a smell, a sound, or even just a certain kind of day that takes you right back to that overwhelming moment. Or maybe you’re not sure why you always feel on edge, but it’s exhausting, and you … Read more

What is EMDR Therapy, and How Does EMDR Work for Trauma?

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Woman holding her hands up in front of her face to frame her eyes. Text for STL trauma therapist blog reads "What is EMDR Therapy and how does it work for trauma?"

Okay, we’ll be honest—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) does sound a little strange if you’re not in the mental health field. Eye movements? Trauma healing? How does that even work? You’re not alone in wondering! Let’s break it down step by step, in a way that makes sense and feels approachable. What Exactly Is … Read more