IN-PERSON & ONLINE EMDR THERAPY IN NEWBURY PARK & ACROSS CA

Restore balance. Reconnect with yourself. Regain control.

Experience the transformative impact of EMDR therapy to help you heal, grow, and embrace a new beginning.

Our team specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for children, teens, & adults.

You might be here because past experiences keep affecting your daily life—you’re having flashbacks, heightened anxiety, or difficulty sleeping. It could be a previous accident or a devastating betrayal that still weighs heavy on your mind, even though you thought you were “over it.” You might be starting to wonder if there’s something from your childhood or upbringing that’s making relationships or connecting with others feel so hard. 

Consider this an opportunity to start fresh and tap into your brain’s innate ability to heal. At Conejo Valley Family Counseling, we’re here to help you process and move through the difficult challenges of your past so they can finally be released. We believe you deserve a fulfilling, vibrant life, and we’re committed to helping you get there.

Your brain has been helping you cope for years. Let’s give it what it needs to truly heal.

What is EMDR?

Sometimes, when we go through an overwhelming or painful experience, our brains don’t fully process what happened, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, or triggered by memories. This means that trauma can linger in both the mind and body, making it hard to move forward or feel at peace.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy that helps your brain address, process, and correctly “store” the memory in a way that decreases the feelings associated with it. Instead of just talking about the memories, EMDR uses guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral and rhythmic stimulation (like tapping) to bridge both sides of your brain and address the trauma at its source. This allows you to let go of intense emotions or negative beliefs attached to an experience, so it doesn’t feel as overwhelming or disruptive anymore. This isn’t just a bandaid fix—it’s a powerful method that allows both brain and body to truly heal so you can feel a sense of freedom and relief from the burdens you’ve been carrying.

EMDR therapy can help you…

Let go of behaviors that no longer serve you.

Find lasting relief and peace.

Feel present and engaged in your own life.

Create and maintain meaningful relationships.

Talk to yourself in a caring and compassionate way.

Heal from the effects of traumatic experiences like sexual assault or accidents.

By dedicating time to exploring your experiences and the impact of dissociation, you can gradually learn to navigate your triggers with greater ease and fewer feelings of disconnection. This is your chance to create a new narrative—one that isn’t defined by dissociation or your past trauma. Through therapy, you can cultivate a sense of safety and agency that allows you to live fully in the present and embrace a life rich with purpose and fulfillment.

Therapists who can help

Our therapists are trained in EMDR and ready to help you process difficult memories or experiences. Whether you’re struggling with trauma, anxiety, or just feeling “stuck,” we’re here to guide you through.

Go beyond talk therapy to let go of the past & embrace the future.

FAQS

Frequently asked questions

  • If you’re struggling with distressing memories, anxiety, or feelings that impact your day-to-day, EMDR could be a great option for you. It’s particularly useful if you’ve found that traditional therapy hasn’t provided the relief you’re looking for. The best way to find out if EMDR is right for you is to talk with a therapist trained in this method. They can help you assess your needs and see if this approach fits.

  • The number of EMDR sessions can vary widely depending on your needs and the depth or complexity of your personal trauma. Some clients notice significant improvements in just a few sessions, while others may benefit from a longer course of therapy. Your therapist will be able to provide a more personalized estimate based on your unique needs.

  • Yes. EMDR combined with a variety of approaches can be highly beneficial and transformative for clients. You’ll always be able to learn more about what we offer as therapists and express your personal preferences so that your therapy experience can be tailored to what you need and want.

  • Yes, absolutely! We often collaborate with other therapists, because it allows each of us to focus on an area of our specialty. This adjunctive approach can be very beneficial to your therapeutic experience and support your healing process. It’s important to communicate openly with both therapists about your treatment goals and progress to ensure a cohesive approach.