EMDR Therapy ​

Some experiences don’t stay in the past. 

They linger in your nervous system, relationships, reactions, and beliefs about yourself. You may know you’re safe now—but something in you hasn’t caught up. 

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps people heal from disturbing life events, trauma, and longstanding emotional pain—even when traditional talk therapy hasn’t gone far enough. 

Whether you’re recovering from a major event or stuck in patterns that seem rooted in something deeper, EMDR helps you process what’s unresolved—so you can move forward. 

What Is EMDR Therapy? 

EMDR is a structured, integrative therapy that uses bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements, tapping, or tones) to help the brain reprocess distressing memories. These memories often remain “frozen” in the nervous system, leading to persistent emotional, cognitive, or behavioral symptoms. 

EMDR can help with: 

• Childhood trauma or neglect 

• Anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias 

• PTSD and complex trauma 

• Shame, guilt, or low self-worth 

• Chronic relationship challenges 

• Medical or accident-related trauma 

• Loss, betrayal, or emotional abuse 

EMDR doesn’t just ask you to talk about the past—it helps your mind and body actually digest it. Once processed, the charge is lifted. The experience becomes part of your history, not something you keep reliving. 

 

What to Expect in EMDR Therapy 

At Keil Psych Group, EMDR is not a one-size-fits-all technique. We integrate it thoughtfully into a broader healing relationship. Here’s what you can expect: 

1. A strong therapeutic foundation — Before any processing begins, we help you feel safe, resourced, and emotionally grounded. 

1. Customized treatment — Together, we identify the past experiences and core beliefs at the heart of your current struggles. 

1. Bilateral stimulation — While focusing on key memories or feelings, we guide you through gentle left-right stimulation to promote reprocessing. 

1. Emotional release and resolution — As your brain does the work, you may notice changes in body sensations, thoughts, and emotions—usually leading to relief, insight, and greater self-compassion. 

Many clients describe EMDR as surprisingly efficient, emotionally powerful, and deeply healing. 

 

EMDR Isn’t Just for “Big Trauma” 

Some of the most profound breakthroughs come from processing the subtle but cumulative emotional wounds—the kind that leave you feeling “not good enough,” unseen, or chronically anxious. 

EMDR is effective for: 

• Repeating relationship issues 

• Fear of abandonment or rejection 

• Inner critical voices 

• Social anxiety 

• Feelings of emotional numbness or stuckness 

• The sense that “something’s wrong with me” 

If you’ve ever felt like insight alone hasn’t been enough to create lasting change—EMDR may be the missing piece. 

 

Why EMDR with Keil Psych Group? 

At Keil Psych Group, our clinicians are EMDR-trained and grounded in depth-oriented, relational therapy. We don’t just do protocols—we do people. 

You’ll work with a therapist who: 

• Understands the complexity of your emotional world 

• Honors your story, pace, and unique needs 

• Knows how to integrate EMDR with deep psychodynamic work 

• Believes that healing happens through safe, human connection 

We offer in-person sessions at our Newport Beach office as well as secure online EMDR therapy for clients across California. 

 

Start the Healing Work That Lasts 

You don’t need to keep managing symptoms or powering through on your own. EMDR can help you finally release what’s been stuck—and reclaim a calmer, more connected life. 

📞 Reach out here to schedule a free consultation or first appointment. 
We’re here when you’re ready. 

 

EMDR at Keil Psych Group 

Because you deserve to feel whole again.