EMDR Therapy in Branford, CT and Southport, CT
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy helps teens and adults process traumatic memories and distressing experiences in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’ve experienced past trauma, ongoing anxiety, or unhelpful thought patterns, EMDR can reduce the emotional charge of painful memories and empower you to move forward with clarity and resilience.
How EMDR Therapy Works
Helps process traumatic memories and distressing experiences.
Reduces the emotional charge of painful memories.
Offers extended sessions for deeper focus.
Discover the healing potential of EMDR therapy.
Discover the healing potential of EMDR therapy.
Benefits of EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy can help you:
Reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories
Shift irrational beliefs into healthier, rational perspectives
Break unhelpful behavioral patterns
Build resilience and emotional regulation skills
Gain clarity, confidence, and a sense of control over your life
This isn’t about erasing trauma but about transforming how it’s held in your mind and body—empowering you to move forward with clarity, strength, and resilience.
EMDR can also be helpful in shifting irrational beliefs into more rational thoughts and feelings, which in turn, helps to shift behaviors into better ways of handling life’s difficulties.
What is an irrational belief?
An irrational belief is a thought or idea that lacks logical or factual basis, is often overly rigid or extreme, and can lead to emotional distress and unproductive behavior. These beliefs usually stem from misconceptions, unrealistic expectations, or distorted thinking patterns. Meaning, we have these beliefs that we know are not rational yet we still can’t get past them and truly believe what we know makes more, rational sense.
Examples of Irrational Beliefs:
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Perfectionism
"I must succeed at everything I try, or I’m worthless."
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![Catastrophizing and overflowing with emotion]()
Catastrophizing
"If something goes wrong, it will be a total disaster."
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![Feeling like you will always fail.]()
Overgeneralizing
"I failed once, so I’ll fail at everything."
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![Assuming people thing you will always fail]()
Mind Reading
"Everyone thinks I’m a failure."
Impact of irrational belief?
Irrational beliefs often fuel negative emotions like anxiety, guilt, or frustration and can perpetuate cycles of self-doubt or avoidance. Recognizing and challenging these beliefs is a key step in managing emotions and adopting healthier perspectives.
Why Choose EMDR Therapy in Branford, CT & Southport, CT
With offices in Branford and Southport, I provide EMDR therapy tailored to the needs of local teens and adults. Sessions are in-person or virtual, offering a flexible, safe space for you to work through trauma, anxiety, and unhelpful thought patterns.