EMDR Psychologist Malvern
Experience a purposeful and targeted path through EMDR therapy.
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Find a Path Forward with EMDR
When past experiences linger, they may manifest in ways like depression, anxiety disorders, persistent stress, emotional overwhelm, or recurring patterns that feel tough to shift. You may feel stuck, unsure of how to move forward, or frustrated that therapy so far hasn’t delivered lasting change.
EMDR therapy aims to provide a structured approach to processing difficult experiences, potentially helping to ease their grip on your thoughts and emotions. If traditional therapy hasn’t resonated or you’re seeking an evidence-based method that fosters meaningful change, EMDR may be a good fit.
Our EMDR therapy is catered to individuals throughout South Australia, and for those unable to attend in person, we also provide tailored online psychology services.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
What is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic approach that uses bilateral stimulation (in the form of eye movements, sounds, or body tapping) in an effort to activate the brain’s natural healing capacity. Adverse experiences tend to impact our wellbeing and psychological health because of what we believe the event says about us or the world we live in. EMDR aims to enable us to process these past events and arrive at more adaptive conclusions about what those events actually mean about us.
Research in neuroplasticity demonstrates that our brain has the ability to change, create new neural pathways, and produce new neurons. Because the brain has this ability to change, we have the ability to change our way of thinking and potentially improve our mood.
EMDR utilises our brains’ neuroplasticity to reorganise itself by forming new neural connections, which allows the brain to compensate for injury and adjust to new situations.
EMDR Therapy & Psychology in Malvern, SA
How May EMDR Help Me?
EMDR targets the psychological and physical symptoms that arise from difficult life experiences. While commonly associated with trauma, it may also help enhance relationships, social connections, and work performance. EMDR is used in addressing various psychological conditions, including depression, PTSD, OCD, anxiety, panic, phobias, addiction, eating disorders, dissociative disorders, and grief. It may also address symptoms such as hyper-vigilance, intrusive thoughts, and persistent feelings of guilt, anger, shame or hopelessness.
EMDR may be useful for clients who have experienced single-incident traumatic events, sometime referred to as ‘big T’ trauma (e.g. a major car accident, assault, or natural disaster). It may also support clients who have experienced ongoing and, at times, less obvious traumatic experiences, referred to as ‘little t’ traumas (such as chronic or ongoing stressful conditions, including interpersonal conflict, attachment issues, neglect, or financial stress). One of the most overlooked aspects of ‘little t’ traumas is their accumulative effect. Multiple, compounded ‘little t’ traumas may lead to distress in the nervous system and trouble with emotional functioning and may have just as much impact on a person as a ‘big T’ trauma.
An increasing body of research supports the effectiveness of EMDR therapy in helping people address emotional trauma, adverse life experiences, negative thoughts and emotions, trauma-related imagery, and somatic complaints.
* Research links are found on the Resources page
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Our EMDR Program
Not everyone benefits from the traditional therapy model.
Psychological therapy typically involves 50-minute sessions scheduled fortnightly or monthly. This approach often requires a lengthy treatment period, and it may take considerable time before noticeable improvement is felt. Progress may also slow when sessions are spent addressing immediate concerns or crises, diverting attention from your primary therapy goals.
To help you stay focused and potentially reach your goals faster, we now offer Bloom EMDR Intensives– an accelerated therapy model. The program starts with a month of in-depth client preparation, followed by an intensive schedule of two-hour sessions, three times per week. This approach is comparable to about 11 traditional therapy sessions, usually spread over five to 11 months.
With this intensive approach, we aim to work through the eight phases of EMDR treatment to address the root cause of an issue. This purposeful method promotes efficiency in time and energy, resulting in more targeted progress and enhanced well-being.
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a clinical psychologist, accredited EMDR therapist, and a certified yoga teacher and therapist. I bring over 20 years of experience in psychology, having worked with a broad range of clients, conditions and environments. I’m a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and The EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
My practice is dedicated to EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy, inspired by the positive impact I saw it have on many of my clients. I’ve also pursued advanced training in several psychological approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and neuropsychological-based therapies, which I incorporate to complement the EMDR process. I now focus solely on EMDR Intensive therapy– two-hour sessions held in close succession– to maintain a strong focus on core mental health issues with minimal distraction from everyday life.
I’m passionate about providing tools, techniques, and insights to help people navigate psychological challenges and potentially achieve greater peace and well-being in their lives.
Video Resources
Watch our videos to learn more about EMDR therapy at Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy.
Psychology in Malvern & South Australia
Take the Next Step Towards Your Wellbeing
If past experiences are affecting your wellbeing, EMDR therapy offers a potential way to process and move forward with greater peace. To find out more or to book an appointment– in-person or online– get in touch with us today.