EMDR Psychologist Seaford
Embrace a deliberate and focused journey with EMDR therapy.
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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 supports individuals across South Australia, with flexible online psychology services designed for those who prefer or require remote access.
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 Seaford, SA
How May EMDR Help Me?
EMDR focuses on alleviating the psychological and physical impacts of challenging life experiences. It’s not limited to trauma; it may also support growth in areas like relationships, social engagement, and work performance. EMDR may be useful in addressing a wide range of psychological conditions, including depression, PTSD, OCD, anxiety, panic, phobias, addiction, eating disorders, dissociative disorders, and grief. It may also help with symptoms such as hyper-vigilance, intrusive memories, and overwhelming feelings of guilt, anger, shame, or hopelessness.
EMDR may help clients process single-incident traumatic events, often known as ‘big T’ trauma (e.g. a major car accident, assault, or natural disaster). It may be equally useful for ongoing, less obvious traumatic experiences, referred to as ‘little t’ traumas, such as chronic stress from interpersonal conflict, attachment issues, neglect, or financial strain. A key aspect of ‘little t’ trauma is its cumulative effect– multiple smaller traumas may build up over time, overwhelming the nervous system and affecting emotional well-being as profoundly as a ‘big T’ trauma.
A growing body of evidence demonstrates the effectiveness of EMDR therapy in helping individuals work through emotional trauma, challenging life experiences, negative thoughts and emotions, trauma-related imagery, and somatic symptoms.
* Research links are found on the Resources page
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Our EMDR Program
The conventional approach to therapy doesn’t work for everyone.
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.
That’s why we’ve introduced Bloom EMDR Intensives– a streamlined therapy approach designed to help you maintain focus and potentially achieve your goals more quickly. Our program includes a month of thorough client preparation, followed by an intensive schedule of two-hour sessions, three times per week. This structure delivers the equivalent of approximately 11 traditional therapy sessions, which would normally take five to 11 months to complete.
Through this intensive approach, we systematically work through the eight phases of EMDR treatment, targeting the core of the issue. This focused method maximises time and energy, fostering clearer progress and greater well-being.
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a clinical psychologist, accredited EMDR therapist, and certified yoga teacher and therapist. With over 20 years of experience in psychology, I’ve worked across diverse settings with a wide range of clients and psychological conditions. I’m also a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and The EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
I chose to focus my practice on EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy after seeing the significant positive effects it had on my clients. Alongside this, I’ve completed advanced training in a range of psychological approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and neuropsychological-based therapies, which I draw on to enhance the EMDR approach. I now work exclusively with EMDR Intensive therapy– two-hour sessions scheduled close together– providing the opportunity to address core mental health concerns with fewer distractions from daily life.
Helping people overcome psychological challenges and find greater peace in their lives is my passion. I strive to share practical tools, techniques, and concepts that support lasting well-being.
Video Resources
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Psychology in Seaford & South Australia
Take the Next Step Towards Your Wellbeing
If past experiences are impacting your life, EMDR therapy may help you process and move forward with greater peace. If you’re ready to explore how EMDR may help, get in touch with us today for more information or to book an appointment for either in-person therapy or through our online therapy sessions.