What to Expect in EMDR Therapy Sessions

Mar 27

Beginning therapy—especially something unfamiliar like EMDR—can feel uncertain.

Within the Conscious Living Framework, therapy is not something that is “done to you,” but something we co-create at a pace that respects your nervous system.

Phase 1: Understanding Your Story

We begin by exploring:

Your history
Current challenges
What feels most important to you

Phase 2: Building Internal Resources

Before processing, we focus on:

Grounding tools
Emotional regulation
Creating a sense of safety

This phase ensures you feel supported and resourced.

Phase 3: Processing Experiences

During EMDR processing:

You focus on a memory or experience
Bilateral stimulation is introduced
The brain begins to process naturally

You remain in control at all times.

What It Often Feels Like

Clients describe EMDR as:

Less about talking, more about noticing
A flow of thoughts, images, or sensations
Unexpected shifts in perspective

A Conscious Living Perspective

EMDR is not about fixing you—it’s about supporting your system to do what it already knows how to do: heal and integrate.

Gentle next step: If you’re curious about EMDR, a consultation can help you get a felt sense of whether this approach is right for you.

Andrea Skitch