EMDR
Certified EMDR Therapy for Trauma and Emotional Distress
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured, evidence-based therapy designed to help people process and heal from trauma and distressing life experiences. It uses bilateral stimulation—often through guided eye movements, tapping, or sounds—to help the brain reprocess painful memories so they become less emotionally charged and more manageable. EMDR can be effective for treating PTSD, anxiety, and other emotional difficulties.
Prior to beginning EMDR it is important that clients are not in crisis, are not having suicidal thoughts, are not engaging in self-harming behavior and, if prescribed psychiatric medication, are medication compliant.
Check out this video about EMDR Therapy, courtesy of EMDR International Association:
Here is more information on Trauma and The Brain and how EMDR Therapy Can Help:
We are Fully Certified
At Crystal Sun Counseling, our therapist Lori Ann DeChant, is fully certified in EMDR, not just trained. This certification means we have completed advanced education, extensive supervised practice, and ongoing professional development in EMDR therapy. Our experience ensures that clients receive this specialized treatment safely, effectively, and with a high level of clinical expertise.
We are also specifically trained in providing EMDR virtually, allowing us to offer this powerful therapy to clients anywhere in New York State. Virtual EMDR can be just as effective as in-person sessions when facilitated by a certified clinician. Using secure platforms and tailored techniques, we help clients access the same structured process and relief from distress—all from the comfort and privacy of their own space.
Why Certification and Virtual Training Matter:
Not all therapists offering EMDR have completed certification or training for virtual sessions. Working with a certified EMDR therapist ensures you’re receiving treatment from someone who deeply understands the method, its stages, and how to adapt it for your specific needs. Our virtual training also means we can maintain the same high standards of care and safety whether sessions happen in person or online.
For More Information on EMDR please check out the following resources:
Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) Model – EMDR International Association
Experiencing EMDR Therapy – EMDR International Association
EMDR Therapy & PTSD – EMDR International Association
EMDR Therapy & Anxiety – EMDR International Association
EMDR Therapy & Depression – EMDR International Association
If you’re ready to move past distressing memories and regain balance, CONTACT US today to learn more about certified EMDR therapy—available in person in Hudson Falls, New York and virtually throughout New York State. As a reminder – Prior to beginning EMDR it is important that you are not in crisis, are not having suicidal thoughts, are not engaging in self-harming behavior and, if prescribed psychiatric medication, are medication compliant.