Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly effective, research-based therapy designed to help individuals recover from trauma, distressing memories, and emotional overwhelm. For clients in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, EMDR therapy offers a unique and empowering way to process unresolved experiences and move forward with greater peace and clarity.

What Is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR therapy works by helping the brain reprocess difficult memories and emotional responses. During sessions, a therapist guides you through a series of bilateral stimulations, such as side-to-side eye movements or tapping, while you focus on a specific traumatic memory or emotion. This process allows the brain to reframe how that memory is stored, reducing its emotional intensity and helping you respond to it in a more balanced way.

Who Can Benefit from EMDR Therapy?

EMDR is suitable for teens and adults and is often recommended for individuals experiencing:

• Post-traumatic stress (PTSD)
• Anxiety or panic attacks
• Grief or complicated loss
• Childhood trauma or abuse
• Depression linked to negative core beliefs
• Phobias or performance anxiety
• Emotional dysregulation or low self-esteem

Whether your trauma stems from a single event or long-term emotional pain, EMDR can help you gain control over symptoms that may be interfering with your daily life.

What to Expect from Sessions

EMDR therapy typically involves eight structured phases, including history-taking, preparation, and reprocessing. Your therapist will help you identify target memories and guide you through each phase at a pace that feels safe and manageable. The goal is not to erase the memory, but to reduce the emotional charge it holds and promote long-term healing.

Begin Healing in Saskatoon

If you are looking for a trauma-informed, effective therapy option in Saskatoon, SK, EMDR may be the right fit. Contact Stick & Stone Counselling to learn more about how this approach can support your mental and emotional well-being.