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Your trauma doesn't have to keep holding you back
Online EMDR therapy is a practical and well researched solution for trauma. It works by helping you to reprocess difficult or troubling memories and the feelings with those memories. Unlike other therapies that might just help you cope, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) allows your brain to naturally recover from trauma usually without the many hours of conversations and rehashing of traumatic memories. EMDR helps to reduce a memory’s emotional intensity, turning what was once traumatic into something ordinary and manageable.
Many clients find EMDR helps them feel less weighed down by the past.
Does Online EMDR Therapy Work?
Absolutely. EMDR therapy works just as well online as it does in person, and recent research supports this. Instead of eye movements, your therapist will use gentle tapping at a pace you're comfortable with, and it provides the same strong benefits.
Our EMDR therapists are highly skilled in online therapy, having offered it for many years now. This makes online EMDR therapy easy and convenient. And many people have reported that having the comfort of home to rest in after a session helps their recovery.
If you have questions or aren't sure, book a free 20-minute consultation to see if online EMDR is right for you.
We're Here To Help
Our experienced EMDR therapists are more than just skilled professionals, they care about helping you recover. They use their experience and take the time to understand your personal struggles, creating a plan tailored to your needs. They're here to guide you through each step, helping you feel supported as you work to overcome what's holding you back.
Who is EMDR Therapy Best Suited For?
Online EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) works well for anyone struggling with trauma and/or emotional distress. While it can help anyone dealing with past hurts, difficult memories, or chronic pain, it’s especially helpful for people who face intense or ongoing exposure to trauma, including:
- Veterans coping with the aftermath of active service experiences.
- First responders managing high-stress events and traumatic incidents.
- Teachers navigating difficult classroom situations and emotional burnout.
- Healthcare providers dealing with high-stakes, emotionally charged environments.
- Individuals experiencing Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) or PTSD symptoms resulting from prolonged trauma or abuse.
- Sexual assault survivors or those who witnessed a traumatic event
- Survivors of traumatic incidents like car or workplace accidents who struggle with anxiety, intrusive memories, or persistent fear.
- People who have hit a wall in their regular therapy sessions.
What you can expect from us
Expert Counsellors Who Care
Every counsellor here passes our rigorous hiring process. We're licensed, registered, highly trained, and genuinely invested in your well-being. As well, we believe that the growth of each person helps the bring the world to a better place.
Personalized Matching for Your Needs
You'll be matched thoughtfully, based on your unique situation, because therapy should feel personal. You can use a free consultation to make sure your therapist fits your needs before you commit.
Available Right Across Canada
We offer online EMDR therapy to clients across Canada. No waitlists, and flexible scheduling that works around your life.
Registered and Regulated
Every therapist at The Dot is registered with their provincial college and trained in the approaches they offer. You're working with a licensed professional.
Frequently Asked Questions About EMDR Therapy
Do I have to relive the trauma to do EMDR?
No. EMDR doesn't ask you to retell everything in detail. Your therapist guides your attention to a memory and how it feels in your body, but you stay in control of how much you share. Many people find this is exactly what makes it different from therapy they've tried before.
I've done talk therapy and it helped, but I still feel stuck. Could EMDR be the next step?
Possibly. Some experiences don't fully shift through insight or conversation alone. When something still feels heavy or gets triggered easily even after years of work, it's often because the memory hasn't finished processing. EMDR works with that directly.
How does EMDR actually work?
When something traumatic happens, the memory can get stored in a way that keeps it feeling raw and present, like it never fully settled. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (usually gentle tapping) to help your brain finish processing what it started. Over time, the memory loses its charge. It doesn't disappear, but it stops feeling like it's happening right now.
What if I get overwhelmed during a session?
Your therapist paces everything with you. Sessions are structured so there's time to stabilize before and after processing. If something feels like too much, you slow down or stop. You're not expected to push through.
How many sessions does EMDR take?
It varies. Some people notice a shift in a few sessions. Others work through multiple experiences over a longer period. At your consultation, your therapist will get a sense of what you're working on and can give you a more realistic picture of what to expect.
Can EMDR help even if I don't have a formal PTSD diagnosis?
Yes. EMDR is used for a wide range of experiences, not just diagnosed PTSD. Difficult memories, chronic anxiety, responses you can't quite explain, situations where something still feels unresolved. A diagnosis isn't required.
How do I know if EMDR is right for me?
The free 20-minute consultation is the right place to figure that out. You'll talk with a therapist, ask your questions, and get a real sense of whether it fits what you're dealing with. There's no commitment involved.
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