Start Healing with EMDR Sessions at Blossom.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy Provided in Southampton, New York
What is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a specialized therapeutic approach embraced by Blossom Counseling Services, designed to help individuals process and heal from distressing experiences and trauma. An EMDR therapy session involves a structured eight-phase protocol that integrates bilateral stimulation, typically through guided eye movements, to facilitate the adaptive processing of traumatic memories. This evidence-based therapy aims to help individuals reprocess traumatic experiences, reducing the emotional charge associated with these memories and promoting psychological healing.
At Blossom Counseling Services, our skilled therapists offer EMDR sessions as a powerful way to help individuals process and heal from the lasting effects of trauma, build resilience, and move toward emotional well-being and empowerment.
Who would benefit from an EMDR Session?
EMDR sessions can be particularly beneficial for individuals who have experienced distressing or traumatic events that continue to impact their mental well-being. It is highly effective for those dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, phobias, and other conditions rooted in trauma. EMDR is also valuable for individuals facing challenges related to grief, complicated bereavement, or adverse life experiences that contribute to emotional distress.
Whether someone has experienced a single traumatic incident or has a history of complex trauma, EMDR offers a structured and evidence-based approach to help process and integrate these experiences, reducing their emotional impact and fostering psychological healing. Each EMDR session at Blossom Counseling Services is tailored to the unique needs of each individual, providing a supportive and empowering environment for those seeking to overcome the lingering effects of trauma and reclaim their emotional well-being.
Embark on a path to well-being with Blossom.
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Personal Consultation
We'll have a one-on-one conversation to explore your needs and explain how our services can align with your journey.
Begin Your Healing
Once we understand your needs, we’ll start the journey together, focused on your well-being and personal growth.
EMDR Sessions Heal.
Here’s How.
Trauma Resolution
EMDR at Blossom Counseling facilitates the resolution of trauma by helping individuals process distressing memories, reducing their emotional charge, and fostering psychological healing.
Effective PTSD Treatment
Blossom Counseling’s EMDR is particularly effective for individuals dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), offering a targeted and evidence-based approach to alleviate symptoms and promote recovery.
Anxiety Reduction
EMDR aids in reducing anxiety associated with traumatic experiences, providing individuals with tools to manage and alleviate symptoms related to heightened stress and worry.
Enhanced Coping Mechanisms
EMDR equips individuals with enhanced coping mechanisms, empowering them to navigate challenging emotions and situations more effectively, fostering overall emotional resilience.
Empowerment and Resilience
Through the processing of traumatic memories, EMDR fosters a sense of empowerment and resilience, enabling individuals to reclaim control over their lives and move forward with greater emotional strength and stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Commonly requested information about EMDR therapy sessions at Blossom Counseling
What happens in EMDR sessions?
During an EMDR session, you focus on a painful memory while engaging in bilateral stimulation—such as guided eye movements or tapping. This helps your brain reprocess the memory and shift how it’s stored, reducing emotional distress and building new, more empowering beliefs.
What are the 8 stages of EMDR?
The eight phases of EMDR therapy are:
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History Taking
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Preparation
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Assessment
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Desensitization
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Installation
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Body Scan
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Closure
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Reevaluation
These stages provide a structured path for safe, effective trauma healing.
What are the 7 steps of EMDR?
While EMDR is officially structured into eight phases, some simplified models outline seven steps focused on the core of the reprocessing work:
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Identify the traumatic memory
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Rate its emotional intensity
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Choose a positive belief
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Begin bilateral stimulation
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Notice shifts in thoughts, emotions, and body sensations
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Strengthen the positive belief
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Ground and close the session
This version condenses the core experience of a typical EMDR session.
How many sessions of EMDR are normal?
Most people benefit from 6 to 12 sessions, though it can vary. Some may need fewer if working on a single incident, while those healing from complex or long-term trauma may engage in EMDR for several months or longer. Progress depends on your unique experiences and needs.
Insurance & Payment Information
Accepted Insurance Providers
New York State American Indian Health Program
What If I Don’t Have The Insurance You Accept? Can I Still Work With My Insurance?
We can provide a monthly superbill that you may submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
Therapy Fees
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Individual Session: $120 (60 minutes)
What Is Your Cancellation Policy?
To cancel a scheduled counseling session, a minimum of 24 hours in advance of your session is required. If prior and timely notification is not given, you will be charged the full session fee for the missed session.
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We are here to help guide you to the counselor that is best for your needs. If that counselor turns out to
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