EMDR Maryland
EMDR Maryland
Experiencing trauma, whether it’s rooted in recent events or buried in your history, can disrupt every facet of your existence. The remnants of these experiences often manifest as deep-seated wounds, challenging to mend on your own. It’s like being caught in an endless loop, where ordinary sights, sounds, or scents catapult you back to those moments of fear and despair.
Recognizing the profound impact of carrying the weight of distressing experiences, we provide Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy in Maryland for individuals of all ages.
Our skilled EMDR therapists apply this evidence-based approach to help in processing the traumatic memories that linger in your mind, paving the way for recovery from PTSD, depression, and anxiety which are triggered by traumatic events such as abuse, assault, or early life adversities.
EMDR Maryland offers a beacon of hope, promising a life where trauma no longer dictates your daily existence. It makes possible the healing of relationships, reduces the power of traumatic memories, and frees you from the grip of intrusive thoughts and emotions.
At the Counseling Center of Maryland, we stand ready to guide you through turning the page on your past and embarking on a rejuvenated journey toward your future.
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Our Therapists in Maryland
Our trauma therapists in EMDR Maryland utilize the evidence-based EMDR technique to help you reprocess traumatic memories that linger in your consciousness. This therapeutic method is significant in reducing symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety stemming from diverse traumatic experiences including violence, sexual assault, or experiences of trauma in childhood.
Elyse Kaplan, LCSWC
Elyse Kaplan is a licensed clinical social worker who is licensed in both Maryland and Virginia and is a Maryland approved Social Work supervisor. Elyse is a certified EMDR (Eye ...
Laura Krause, LCSW-C
Laura uses trauma informed, evidence based and attachment focused approaches to provide a tailored therapeutic experience for each of her clients. She has an extensive background helping individuals, parents, caregivers, ...
Daniel McNulty, LMSW
Daniel McNulty, LMSW, is passionate about helping people alleviate suffering to find meaning and purpose in their lives. His clinical interests include working with couples, adults, and adolescents who struggle ...
Kim Wiltshire, LCPC
Kim specializes in helping adolescents and adults cope with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, stress management, grief/loss, relationship concerns, self-esteem, self-harm, LGBTQIA+ issues, and general life transitions. She uses a ...
Marjorie Kreppel, LCPC, Founder
Marjorie founded the Counseling Center Group in 2015 after years of academic study, gold-standard training, and experience in private practice, hospital settings, and clinical research initiatives. She has developed an ...
The EMDR Therapy Process
EMDR Maryland is a comprehensive 8-phase treatment designed to help you overcome trauma and emotional distress. This approach is tailored to facilitate your journey to healing, step by step:
- History Gathering: This initial phase is about building a rapport with your therapist, where you’ll share your background, including past events and present challenges, in a supportive and judgment-free environment.
- Preparation: Your therapist will introduce you to the EMDR methodology, preparing you with the necessary skills and strategies for healing, to be used during your sessions and beyond.
- Assessment: Together with your therapist, you’ll pinpoint the specific incidents, thoughts, or emotions linked to the negative memories you aim to address and transform.
- Desensitization: Leveraging bilateral stimulation methods such as sound, sight, and touch, this phase focuses on processing these memories to lessen their emotional impact on you significantly.
- Installation: At this stage, the goal is to replace the harmful memories with positive affirmations and beliefs.
- Body Scan: You’ll be guided to observe your physical responses while contemplating the traumatic event and the new, positive perspective you’re developing.
- Closure: Ensuring you leave each session feeling stable and aware, this moment is for reflecting on your progress, acknowledging your emotional journey, and recognizing the newfound calm you’ve achieved.
- Reevaluation: Each session begins with a look back at your journey, assessing your strides, and fine-tuning the therapy to meet your evolving needs. This is also a time to plan forward for your continued path to healing.
At the Counseling Center of Maryland, our dedicated EMDR therapists are committed to supporting you as you navigate away from the shadows of past traumas toward a brighter, unburdened future. We’re here to answer any questions and help you understand more about the therapy process.
Considering EMDR Therapy?
EMDR therapy initially developed as a revolutionary approach for treating PTSD and trauma, has evolved to be recognized for its effectiveness in a much wider range of psychological issues. EMDR Maryland is gaining traction as a versatile treatment modality for individuals grappling with various emotional and psychological challenges.
If you find yourself struggling with any of the following conditions, EMDR therapy might offer the therapeutic benefits you’re seeking:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Experiencing grief or loss
- Struggling with negative self-perception
- Overwhelmed by fear
- Battling eating disorders
- Facing addiction or substance misuse
- Dealing with phobias
- Suffering from chronic pain
- Encountering panic disorders
- PTSD
- And numerous other conditions
Although EMDR offers a versatile approach to mental health care, it’s crucial to recognize that it’s not universally applicable. EMDR is generally not advised for individuals currently grappling with severe self-harm or suicidal ideations, those exhibiting symptoms of psychosis, including hallucinations or delusions, or experiencing intense derealization or depersonalization episodes.
We encourage you to engage with our team of skilled therapists in Maryland to identify the most suitable treatment plan for your needs. It’s possible that beginning with alternative therapy methods and transitioning to EMDR at a later stage might be the most beneficial path for your specific circumstances.
Discover the Benefits of EMDR Maryland
EMDR Maryland offers a transformative approach to healing by altering the way your mind handles memories and emotions. This innovative therapy method works to lessen the emotional burden of past experiences, thereby reducing symptoms such as anxiety, stress, and depression.
At its core, EMDR aims to alter the neural pathways affected by trauma, which disrupts the normal communication among brain regions. The techniques and approaches we provide are designed to assist your brain in processing traumatic events more constructively and with less distress.
The benefits of EMDR Maryland include physical health improvements and extend beyond psychological well-being. Conditions like chronic pain and muscle tension often have roots in emotional stress. By addressing these underlying emotional triggers, EMDR therapy can alleviate physical discomfort, contributing to a notable enhancement in your overall quality of life.
Crucially, this therapy offers a pathway to liberation from the invasive thoughts and feelings that may seem insurmountable. Tailored specifically to your personal history and needs, each session of EMDR therapy in Maryland is a step towards building resilience and finding new, healthier ways to understand and interact with your past experiences.
Our goal of applying EMDR therapy is to support you in overcoming the effects of trauma and PTSD thereby empowering you to lead a fulfilling life. With EMDR Maryland, you will gather the strength and insight needed to move beyond past traumas and embrace the future with confidence.
Book an Appointment for EMDR Therapy in Maryland
Stop letting the past dictate your future.
Reach out now to schedule your session and embark on a life-changing journey with EMDR therapy in Maryland.
