EMDR Therapy in Coquitlam & the Tri-Cities, BC: What It Is and How It Can Help
If you’re considering EMDR therapy in Coquitlam or the Tri-Cities, BC, you may be wondering what it is, what it helps with, and whether it’s the right fit for you. Many people reach out for trauma counselling, anxiety support, or help processing distressing experiences that still feel “stuck” in the body and nervous system.
What Is EMDR Therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process difficult memories in a way that feels less activating over time. EMDR can be helpful when past experiences continue to show up as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, fear, or physical stress responses—even when you logically know you are safe.
Unlike traditional talk therapy alone, EMDR supports healing by working with how memories and emotions are stored in the brain and nervous system.
What Can EMDR Help With?
Many clients seek EMDR for support with:
Trauma and PTSD
Medical trauma
Childhood experiences and attachment wounds
Anxiety and panic
Grief and loss
Low self-esteem and negative beliefs (ex: “I’m not enough” or “I’m not safe”)
EMDR can be especially helpful when you feel triggered in certain environments, relationships, or situations and want relief that feels deeper than “just coping.”
What to Expect in EMDR Counselling
In EMDR counselling, we begin by focusing on safety, stabilization, and grounding skills. We move at a pace that feels manageable and supportive. When you’re ready, we begin the reprocessing work using bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or tapping) to help reduce the emotional intensity connected to distressing memories.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) offering trauma-informed therapy, my approach is collaborative, respectful, and paced with care.
Looking for EMDR Therapy in Coquitlam or the Tri-Cities?
If you’re looking for EMDR counselling in Coquitlam or the Tri-Cities (Port Coquitlam and Port Moody), I offer a supportive space to help you heal, feel more regulated, and reconnect with yourself.
You’re welcome to reach out to book a consultation and see if EMDR feels like the right fit for you.
