EMDR Therapy in Grand Rapids, MI
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy is an evidence-based approach that helps people process traumatic and distressing experiences in a way that feels safer and more manageable. At GR Therapy Collective, we offer EMDR therapy in Grand Rapids and via telehealth across Michigan to support adults and teens navigating trauma, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.
What Is EMDR Therapy?
EMDR is a structured, research-supported therapy that helps the brain reprocess memories that feel “stuck” or overwhelming. Rather than focusing only on talking through past events, EMDR works with how the nervous system stores distress. This approach can reduce the emotional intensity of memories and help clients feel more grounded in the present.
Many people seek EMDR when traditional talk therapy hasn’t fully resolved symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, or chronic stress.
Who EMDR Therapy Can Help
EMDR may be helpful for individuals experiencing:
Trauma and PTSD
Childhood or developmental trauma
Medical trauma, including childbirth or surgical experiences
First responders and helping professionals experiencing cumulative stress or trauma
Anxiety, panic, or intrusive thoughts
Distressing memories connected to accidents, loss, or sudden events
What to Expect in EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy begins with building safety, trust, and internal resources. Your therapist will work collaboratively with you to understand your goals, history, and readiness for processing. Sessions are paced carefully, with attention to nervous system regulation and emotional stability throughout the process.
EMDR can be integrated into ongoing therapy or used as part of a focused trauma-processing approach, depending on individual needs.
EMDR Therapy In-Person & Via Telehealth
EMDR therapy is offered in person at our Grand Rapids office as well as via secure telehealth for clients located throughout Michigan. Telehealth EMDR may be appropriate for many clients and allows for increased accessibility while still maintaining a trauma-informed, supportive experience.
👉 Therapists that offer EMDR therapy
EMDR Therapists at GR Therapy Collective
Our collective includes therapists trained in EMDR who tailor treatment to each client’s needs and lived experiences. EMDR is offered within a trauma-informed framework that honors pacing, consent, and each client’s unique process.
EMDR Therapy FAQs
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process traumatic or distressing experiences so they feel less overwhelming. EMDR focuses on how memories are stored in the nervous system rather than relying only on talk therapy.
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EMDR is widely used to treat trauma and PTSD and can also be helpful for anxiety, panic, and distress linked to past experiences. Many people seek EMDR when symptoms feel persistent or when talk therapy alone hasn’t brought the relief they hoped for.
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Yes. EMDR therapy can be provided via secure telehealth for many clients located in Michigan. Telehealth EMDR is paced carefully and may include adaptations to support safety, grounding, and nervous system regulation throughout the process.
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The length of EMDR therapy varies based on individual needs, goals, and history. Some clients use EMDR as part of longer-term therapy, while others focus on specific experiences over a shorter period of time.
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EMDR does not require sharing detailed descriptions of traumatic events. Many clients appreciate that EMDR allows for processing memories without needing to verbalize every detail, while still feeling supported by their therapist.
EMDR Therapy in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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EMDR Therapy in Grand Rapids, Michigan *
GR Therapy Collective is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan and serves individuals throughout the area as well as clients across the state via telehealth. Our office is easily accessible with convenient parking and a calm, supportive environment designed to help clients feel at ease.