Calgary EMDR Therapy: Professional EMDR Therapists
When talk therapy isn't enough, our professional EMDR therapists help you finally break free from what's keeping you stuck.
Is EMDR Therapy Right for You?
Have you tried traditional therapy but still feel stuck in the same patterns?
Do you have emotional reactions that feel too big for the situation - rage, panic, or shutting down?
Are you repeating the same relationship mistakes despite knowing better?
Is there something from your past that still feels raw and unresolved, no matter how much you talk about it?
Do you struggle with harsh self-criticism or beliefs that you know came from somewhere else?
Do you find yourself asking, "Why do I keep ending up in the same place no matter how hard I try?"
If you recognize yourself in these questions, EMDR therapy can help your brain finally process and release what's been keeping you stuck.
What Sets Our EMDR Therapists Apart
Therapists Who Get It
We understand the frustration of being stuck despite trying everything. That's why we've developed an approach that helps EMDR succeed where other methods haven't.
Beyond Basic EMDR
Our therapists integrate advanced training with EMDR, customizing each session to match your unique situation - not just following a standard protocol.
Healing at Your Pace
We know how to keep you feeling safe and grounded throughout EMDR, moving at the speed that feels right while ensuring the process never overwhelms your system.
EMDR Therapy Calgary Trusts
“Helped me to grow as a professional and to be a better person.”
“The best therapist I have ever used.”
“Fantastic to work with.”
“Professional, reliable, compassionate.”
“Easy to speak to and non-judgmental.”
“I would refer a family member in a heartbeat!”
Meet Your EMDR Therapists
Rod Mitchell, MC, MSc, Registered Psychologist
Hi! I'm Rod, founder of Emotions Therapy Calgary and a trained EMDR therapist.
Why EMDR? Because I've seen it work when nothing else has. This isn't talk therapy where you analyze your trauma for years. EMDR helps your brain actually reprocess stuck memories so they stop hijacking your present.
My team brings advanced EMDR training and real-world experience. We've learned what makes the difference between EMDR that feels overwhelming and EMDR that feels like finally getting unstuck.
If you've researched EMDR, you probably have questions: Will it work for my specific trauma? How many sessions? What if I can't visualize?
We have answers. And more importantly, we have the experience to customize EMDR to work for you.
Ready to stop reliving the past? Let's talk about how EMDR can help.
Yuchen Zhong, MC, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Hi, I'm Yuchen. If you're searching for EMDR therapy, you've likely discovered what many trauma survivors know: talking about painful memories isn't always enough. You need something that helps your brain actually process what happened, not just understand it.
Whether you're dealing with a single traumatic event or years of complex trauma, I adapt EMDR to work with your unique needs and comfort level. We'll build safety first, ensuring you feel grounded and resourced before processing difficult memories.
If you're ready to explore how EMDR therapy can help you finally put the past where it belongs, let's start with a free 20-minute consultation. You deserve to live without constantly looking over your shoulder.
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Your EMDR Journey With Us: Step by Step
1. Getting to Know You
We start by understanding your story and what brought you here. No judgment, no rush - just a safe space to share what you're ready to share.
2. Building Your Foundation
Before processing any memories, we'll ensure you have solid coping tools. You'll learn techniques to stay grounded whenever emotions feel overwhelming.
3. Targeting What’s Stuck
Together, we'll identify the specific memories or patterns keeping you trapped. You stay in control of what we work on and when.
4. Desensitizing & Reprocessing
Using bilateral stimulation, we'll help your brain reprocess stuck memories so they lose their painful charge. You won't have to relive trauma - just let your brain do what it naturally knows how to do.
5. Integrating Your Growth
As old patterns release, we'll strengthen the positive beliefs and feelings emerging. You'll notice changes in how you respond to triggers and view yourself.
6. Fine-Tuning Your Healing
Your brain continues processing between sessions. We'll track your progress, celebrate wins, and adjust our approach to ensure you keep moving toward the life you want.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely. While EMDR therapy is well-known for treating trauma and PTSD, it's an effective counselling approach for a wide range of emotional challenges, such as depression, anxiety, anger, & grief.
Even if you haven't experienced a significant trauma or traumatic event, EMDR therapy can help with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship issues. It's particularly useful for addressing lingering effects from past experiences that you might not even realize are impacting you today.
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Yes, many people find success with EMDR therapy even when other therapy or counselling approaches haven't provided the relief they were seeking. EMDR works differently from traditional talk therapy, directly targeting how memories are stored in the brain. This unique counselling approach can often break through barriers that other treatments haven't been able to address.
EMDR therapy is particularly effective for people who feel "stuck" in their healing journey. It can help process emotions and experiences that may be deeply rooted or subconscious, which talk therapy alone might not reach. Many of our clients who've tried therapy or counselling before report that EMDR was the key to unlocking significant breakthroughs in their treatment process.
Research also indicates that EMDR is as effective in virtual sessions as in-person sessions.
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Many clients report feeling a difference after just a few counselling sessions. However, the length of treatment varies depending on your individual needs and history.
Some people find relief from a specific issue in as few as 6-12 counselling sessions, while others with more complex histories may benefit from longer-term treatment. We'll work together to establish goals and regularly assess your treatment progress.
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EMDR therapy is designed to be a gentle and safe process. While you may experience some emotional discomfort as we address difficult memories, the counselling is structured to help you process these experiences without becoming overwhelmed.
Our EMDR therapists are trained to ensure you feel safe and in control throughout the treatment process. Many clients actually find EMDR less distressing than traditional talk therapy when dealing with trauma, PTSD, or traumatic memories.
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No, you don't need to share every detail of your trauma in your counselling sessions. EMDR allows for processing of trauma without necessarily verbalizing all aspects of the traumatic event.
You're always in control of what you share in your counselling sessions, and our therapists are skilled at guiding the process with minimal verbal input when needed.
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EMDR therapy doesn't erase memories or change who you are. Instead, it helps reduce the emotional charge associated with trauma or distressing memories, allowing you to think about past experiences without feeling overwhelmed.
Many of our counselling clients report feeling more like their true selves after EMDR, as they're no longer held back by past traumas or negative beliefs.
Take the first step toward the life you deserve.
Our trained psychologists are here to answer your questions and help you discover if EMDR is right for you.