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EMDR Therapy For Individuals

EMDR is a robust psychological approach that utilizes a process called Bilateral Stimulation (eye or hand movements) to accelerate the brain’s natural ability to adapt and grow by forming new neurological connections (called neuroplasticity). EMDR’s founder, Dr. Francine Shapiro discovered that all psychological and emotional distress can be traced to negative experiences or traumas that wer... Read More

EMDR is a robust psychological approach that utilizes a process called Bilateral Stimulation (eye or hand movements) to accelerate the brain’s natural ability to adapt and grow by forming new neurological connections (called neuroplasticity).

EMDR’s founder, Dr. Francine Shapiro discovered that all psychological and emotional distress can be traced to negative experiences or traumas that were maladaptively stored in your brain.

Based upon a theory called Adaptive Information Processing, the brain collects and stores information it believes will be useful for survival. However, since our brains do not really know the difference between what it experienced 35 minutes ago or 35 years ago…under stress, current responses may appear quite disproportionate to what’s happening presently.

Successful EMDR therapy often results in the complete extinction of distressing symptoms, behaviours, and thought-patterns because it actually changes the brain.

Furthermore, many clients often report their positive results increase over time (due to EMDR having a “generalizing” effect on the brain, meaning their brain has applied new learnings to other experiences and memories – updating the entire system).

In addition to many other benefits, EMDR requires far less time than other approaches, and requires no homework.

While EMDR is a Standard 8 Phase Protocol, advanced EMDR practitioners know how and when to deviate from the normal structure to account for complicated cases.


EMDR Therapy For Couples

Couples Counselling helps the couple identify the negative cycle they are experiencing together (one partner triggers the other, then their reaction triggers the other, and then their reaction triggers the other again...and so on). This is beneficial no doubt to identify and start to understand, but what we do takes couples counselling to a whole new level: we infuse EMDR at specific points in ... Read More

Couples Counselling helps the couple identify the negative cycle they are experiencing together (one partner triggers the other, then their reaction triggers the other, and then their reaction triggers the other again...and so on). This is beneficial no doubt to identify and start to understand, but what we do takes couples counselling to a whole new level: we infuse EMDR at specific points in the counselling process to heal both the underlying and unhealed past for each partner, as well as heal the ruptures and traumas that were caused within the relationship.

What is EMDR?

EMDR is a robust psychological approach that utilizes a process called Bilateral Stimulation (eye or hand movements) to accelerate the brain’s natural ability to adapt and grow by forming new neurological connections (called neuroplasticity).

EMDR’s founder, Dr. Francine Shapiro discovered that all psychological and emotional distress can be traced to negative experiences or traumas that were maladaptively stored in your brain.

Based upon a theory called Adaptive Information Processing, the brain collects and stores information it believes will be useful for survival. However, since our brains do not really know the difference between what it experienced 35 minutes ago or 35 years ago…under stress, current responses may appear quite disproportionate to what’s happening presently.

Successful EMDR therapy often results in the complete extinction of distressing symptoms, behaviours, and thought-patterns because it actually changes the brain.

Furthermore, many clients often report their positive results increase over time (due to EMDR having a “generalizing” effect on the brain, meaning their brain has applied new learnings to other experiences and memories – updating the entire system).

In addition to many other benefits, EMDR requires far less time than other approaches, and requires no homework.

While EMDR is a Standard 8 Phase Protocol, advanced EMDR practitioners know how and when to deviate from the normal structure to account for complicated cases.

Our unique approach to EMDR for Couples is intensive and effective.


EMDR Therapy For Families

EMDR Therapy / Counselling / Psychotherapy offered within the family dynamic. Pricing may differ from individual or couples sessions.

>Online Services in Alberta, Canada

Meet Tessa (she/her), an accomplished professional who seamlessly blends expertise and passion in her role as a Registered Psychologist. Holding a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alberta, Tessa brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. Her journey began with five impactful years of working with individuals with disabilities, cultivating a deep-rooted desire to unlock human potential.

Tessa’s dedication to fostering growth and transformation is the driving force behind her therapeutic approach. With a strong foundation in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Person-Centered, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical-Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Gottman Method couples therapy, she seamlessly tailors her methods to suit each client’s unique journey. Her expertise also extends to play therapy for children, showcasing her commitment to comprehensive care.

With Tessa, clients embark on collaborative and empowering relationships. Her profound compassion and empathy create an environment of trust, allowing individuals, couples, families, and children to flourish. Tessa’s expansive range of services spans from navigating grief and loss to building self-esteem, managing stress, and fostering self-compassion.

Tessa’s holistic approach addresses the core of human experience. She adeptly guides clients through life transitions, conflict resolution, communication enhancement, and even issues as complex as domestic violence and suicidality. Tessa’s dedication is evident in her ability to help clients embrace their journey, realize their potential, and thrive in every facet of life.

Elevate your well-being journey with Tessa, a dynamic therapist who sees possibility in every individual and is driven to ignite positive change.

>Tessa works with individuals, couples, families, and children.

>Anxiety

>Boundaries

>Communication & Conflict Resolution

>Depression

>Domestic Violence

>Emotion Regulation Issues

>Grief & Loss

>Intimate Partner Violence

>Life Transitions & Changes

>Living with Disabilities

>Marriage & Relationship Challenges

>Parenting and Family Challenges

>Perfectionism

>PTSD

>Self-Esteem & Confidence

>Sense of Self & Identity

>Shame

>Stress & Stress Management

>Suicidality

>Trauma

>Women’s Issues

>Online Services in Alberta, Canada Meet Tessa (she/her), an accomplished professional who se... Read More

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