This blog is a space to talk about what therapy can actually feel like, clear up common misconceptions, and explore different approaches and techniques in a way that makes sense for you.

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EMDR: What It Is (And How It Actually Helps)
Kimberly Wood Kimberly Wood

EMDR: What It Is (And How It Actually Helps)

This is Part 2 of our short series breaking down EMDR therapy. In this post, we’ll explore what EMDR actually is, how it works in the brain, and how it can help adults process difficult experiences more smoothly (kind of like stretching before a run to get your body ready).

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EMDR: What It Isn’t
Kimberly Wood Kimberly Wood

EMDR: What It Isn’t

EMDR can feel mysterious or even a little intimidating if you’ve only heard bits and pieces about it. This is Part 1 of a short series breaking down EMDR. In this post, we’ll clear up a common misconception and explain what EMDR really is and what it isn’t.

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