EMDR Therapy
What Is EMDR Therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing) Therapy is a psychological treatment that has shown to be beneficial in treating psychological trauma arising from experiences such as road traffic accidents, workplace accidents, assault, childhood abuse or neglect, natural disaster and war related experiences.
It is recommended by NICE (National Institute for Clinical Excellence in the UK) for the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and recent research also suggests benefits of using EMDR in treating:
- Anxiety disorders,
- Complicated grief
- Depression
- Phobias
- Disturbing memories
Eight Phase Treatment Approach
EMDR therapy is an eight phase treatment approach which includes completing a detailed assessment, processing of the difficult memories and facing current or future situations.
During the memory processing aspects the EMDR therapist helps the client recall a disturbing event for a short while (e.g. 30 seconds) whilst simultaneously initiating bilateral stimulation that can consist of eye movements, tapping or sounds.
This enables the reprocessing of traumatic memories, with successful treatment leading to memories becoming less intense and distressing and client’s psychological wellbeing significantly improving.
Qualified and experienced EMDR Therapists
At Feel Well Therapy our EMDR Therapists will have completed training to level 3 or above in EMDR with a training provider verified by the EMDR Association of UK and Ireland and have a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience. emdrassociation.org.uk.
They will have a background in another therapy such as CBT, Psychology, Counselling in addition to their EMDR qualification.
They will be a member of a regulatory body associated with their profession and be a member of the EMDR Association of UK and Ireland and working towards or be accredited with them as an EMDR therapist or consultant.
Meet The Team
Michelle Webster
EMDR Therapist, CBT Therapist, FLOW lead, Menopause Specialist, Clinical Lead.
- CBT Therapist (15 years and older)
- EMDR Therapist (15 years and older)
- Self Funding Clients (60mins): £100
- Offering Flash technique, Attachment focused EMDR and Intensive EMDR also
- Available Mon - Thur (in person/ video)
A qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist , Occupational Therapist, and EMDR Therapist with 30 years experience of helping clients to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Christina Ohlsen
EMDR Psychotherapist
- EMDR Psychotherapist (Up to 26)
- Self Funding clients (60mins): £90
- Online: Evenings and Weekends
I specialise in working with children and young people (up to age of 26) and offer CBT and EMDR. I have extensive experience of working with young people (previously as a social worker and then in CAMHS) and am passionate about my work;
I like to bring creativity and humour (where appropriate) to the sessions.
Join Our Team
Are you an accredited and experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Cognitive Analytical Therapist, Clinical Psychologist ,EMDR Therapist, or Counsellor and interested to join our network of affiliate therapists?
If so please get in touch with our Clinical Lead Michelle Webster via our contact page as we would love to talk to you.