EMDR Therapy Fort Lauderdale
Takeaway: EMDR therapy is a great option for people who are feeling stuck in traditional talk therapy or want to explore a new way of healing from trauma (or other mental health issues). If you’re ready to get started, our team of EMDR therapists in Fort Lauderdale is here to help.
About us
At Restorative Integrations, we offer boutique therapy services for people in the Fort Lauderdale area and virtually throughout the entire state of Florida. We're committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care that's customized to each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals for therapy.
Part of this is forming professional yet intimate therapeutic relationships with our clients. By getting a deep understanding of your life's challenges and joys, we can get to the root of what holds you back and find a path toward healing that's specific to your situation.
We firmly believe that the therapeutic connection, paired with clinically-proven treatment methods, can be transformative for our clients—especially those who are trauma survivors. We've seen the positive impacts firsthand with the hundreds of people we've helped.
When we experience trauma, we might get stuck in traumatic memories, emotional distress, or behavior patterns that impact our quality of life. If this resonates with you, you're not alone. Thankfully, EMDR therapy is an excellent option for those looking to heal from past trauma in a way that we can't achieve with talk therapy alone.
About EMDR therapy
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy was first created as a trauma therapy by psychologist Francine Shapiro, Psy.D. While it's still commonly used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it has also been found effective in treating other mental health conditions like mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and more.
Unlike talk therapy, EMDR therapy uses a technique called bilateral stimulation, most often through eye movements or tapping. This technique changes how traumatic experiences are stored in the brain. It won't make you forget the painful events of the past, but it can change how you respond to them. EMDR can significantly improve PTSD symptoms (and other mental health symptoms) and help you feel more grounded in your daily life.
EMDR therapy services we offer
Individual in-person sessions
Our therapy office is located conveniently in Fort Lauderdale, FL just off I-95 and close to the beach. We welcome clients to join us for in-person EMDR therapy sessions in our private, upscale offices. At your appointment, you can help yourself to complimentary beverages and snacks to help you be as comfortable as possible.
Online EMDR therapy sessions
If you're located outside of the Fort Lauderdale area or prefer to meet your clinician in the comfort of your own home, we also offer online EMDR therapy. Studies show that EMDR therapy is highly effective, so we invite you to take this option if you prefer. All sessions are conducted via a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform to ensure that your confidentiality is protected.
EMDR intensives
While weekly, 45-minute sessions work for some people, others may prefer more intensive support. Since we're out-of-network providers, we don't have to follow the arbitrary standards set forth by an insurance company. Instead, we can consider your unique needs and come up with a custom treatment plan that works for you. Typically, our EMDR intensives take place over 1-3 days (either half or full) and can help people find lasting results in a short amount of time.
Meet our expert EMDR therapists in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Jessica Ronyak, LMHC
Jessica is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida. She is also certified by the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy International Association (EMDRIA). Jessica also has extensive knowledge of other forms of therapy, including attachment-based therapy and parts work, and she often incorporated these modalities into EMDR treatment.
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Kelsie Baggs, LMHC
Kelsie is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Florida. She is also certified by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). In addition to her EMDR therapy training, Kelsie is also knowledgeable on other effective healing modalities such as trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness techniques.
Why choose Restorative Integrations for EMDR therapy
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We offer multiple EMDR treatment options to best suit your needs.
We're committed to creating specialized treatment plans for each client we work with. That's why we offer a range of EMDR therapy services. Whether you prefer in-person sessions, online therapy, or an EMDR intensive, our team is here to help.
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We're dedicated to seeking further training & education on best practices for healing.
Our therapists have undergone extensive training and earned certification through the EMDRIA in order to provide you with the highest quality of care. We're also dedicated to pursuing continued education to stay informed about the latest mental health research and treatment protocol, including cutting-edge methods like ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
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We use an integrative, whole-person approach.
We believe that a holistic approach to therapy is the most effective. After all, you are more than just your mental health symptoms, negative thoughts, or past memories. By incorporating techniques that address the body, mind, heart, and spirit, we can help you find deep, lasting recovery.
FAQs about EMDR therapy
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Yes, we believe that EMDR therapy is absolutely worth it. The effectiveness of EMDR is backed by research, and the World Health Organization recommends it for the treatment of trauma and other stress-related disorders.
Keep in mind that everyone's experience with therapy is different. If you're unsure whether EMDR is right for you, we encourage you to schedule a free consultation. Our clinicians can give you a sense of how they can help and offer alternatives if EMDR isn't indicated.
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EMDR is highly effective in helping people heal from post-traumatic stress disorder, including single-event trauma, chronic trauma, and sexual, emotional, or physical abuse and neglect. EMDR therapy was originally designed as a treatment for trauma survivors, and this is still one of the most common ways it's used.
However, EMDR can also help people recover from other mental health conditions, as well as substance abuse disorders. According to the EMDRIA, this treatment can also help people with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), substance abuse disorders, chronic pain, and more.
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The Affordable Care Act requires that all insurance plans cover mental health care. This includes EMDR. However, insurance companies can still have stipulations about how many sessions they'll cover, how frequently you can attend therapy, which diagnoses are covered, and more.
Working with an out-of-network provider gives you the freedom to customize your mental health treatment based on your unique situation, not the one-size-fits-all guidelines from your health insurance company. You could also consider using out-of-network benefits depending on your specific plan.
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Rediscover yourself with EMDR therapy in Fort Lauderdale, FL
If you're feeling stuck in traditional talk therapy or simply want fast, lasting results, consider working with an EMDR therapist. Together, we can help you break free from the patterns that hold you back and find peace in your daily life. We look forward to connecting with you.