Start EMDR therapy in Jacksonville, FL today
To get started with EMDR or any of our other services designed to support you, you can call or text our main line (407) 594-7511 or email admin@myrestoredpurpose.com and one of our Intake Specialists will reach out to you within 24 hours (excluding weekends). You can also submit the contact us form on our website which will direct our team to reach out to you! We are so excited to support you on your healing journey.
How do I get started?
The therapy process looks different for everyone and is typically individualized depending on the level of support needed and the presenting concerns. For example, someone with anxiety who is looking to learn new coping skills and have a nonjudgmental space to express and regulate through challenging emotions may see an outpatient therapist once a week where sessions are focused on whatever you bring into the room on that particular day. Someone who is seeking therapy to resolve past traumatic experiences may work with someone who utilizes and is trained in EMDR, seeing them once or even twice a week and sessions may be 60 minutes or even 90 minutes if an intensive EMDR session is requested or suggested.
All of our clinicians are able to meet clients where they are at and recommend and provide individualized support. How many sessions of therapy you need can vary from a couple weeks, to months, or even years depending on what the goals are and the level of engagement in the process. To get an understanding of what your therapeutic journey may look like, reach out to us today and schedule a free 15-minute consultation with any of our providers.
What can I expect from the therapy process?
Our practice is designed to support you no matter what you may be struggling with. Though our team and clinicians are specialized in the treatment of trauma disorders and disordered eating, these often co-occur with other concerns such as anxiety, depression, OCD, and more. All of our providers offer free 15-minute phone consultations so you can ask questions and explain what you are looking for and our clinicians can share how they can best support you. We are a multidisciplinary practice offering nutrition counseling, medication management, and individual, couples, and family therapy so if you are looking for a place that can do it all, look no further!
How do I know if your practice is the right fit?
Individuals navigating trauma who are experiencing distressing memories or symptoms may benefit from EMDR. The goal is to decrease your negative experiences and triggers related to the trauma while also increasing positive beliefs about yourself or the world around you, increasing self awareness. This type of therapy can help distress that may be stored in the body versus in your conscious awareness and can provide relief from negative past experiences impacting your present environment. The hope after engaging in EMDR therapy is that clients live a more fulfilling life, experience healthier relationships and can better deal with life's challenges knowing they have the tools they need to better manage anxiety in a healthier way. Self improvement takes time and a strong commitment to the therapeutic process. Benefits are never guaranteed and each person responds differently and will experience varied benefits as a result of their work.
How can EMDR therapy help me?
The EMDR protocol is not ideal for someone who is actively in a state of crisis and who is requiring stabilization or those with dissociative disorders. There are adaptations which can be made, however, and your therapist will do their best to modify it as needed for your specific needs. Severe substance use, eating disorders, and folks who experience psychosis are not always appropriate candidates for this specific treatment modality. EMDR can be adapted for use with children, however it is predominately used and researched for the individual counseling environment with teenagers and adults.
If you are unsure if EMDR is right for you, reach out to our admin team to schedule a consultation with one of our counselors. Those who do not find success with EMDR often turn to other popular modalities which are used with those who have experienced trauma, such as accelerated resolution therapy.
Who is EMDR not appropriate for?
What disorder is EMDR most commonly used to treat?
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and this therapy involves identifying traumatic memories and "reprocessing" them with the goal of releasing stored emotions, negative thoughts, and body sensations which correlate with the trauma. In EMDR, you recall a traumatic memory while stimulating both sides of the body (bilateral stimulation), which oftentimes looks like rapid eye movement(s) back and forth either by following a light on a bar or your counselor's hands. Your preference will be taken into account and will be incorporated into your sessions, as able.
A typical reprocessing session involves the therapist checking in with your experience and then guiding you through recalling a memory paired with the bilateral stimulation. This can be difficult work and elicit a lot of strong emotions so the therapist typically leaves time at the end of each of these sessions for a grounding technique/exercise.
What is EMDR therapy, and how does it work?
*The following questions were answered with the help of Elizabeth Lomas, one of our EMDR clinicians. She was kind enough to speak from her knowledge base gathered from her training and experience utilizing EMDR in sessions with clients. Please note that EMDR will look different for every individual and is very much personalized depending on the presenting concerns, needs, and goals of the individual.
FAQs about EMDR therapy
- Credentials: M. ED., Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern (RMHCI)
- Clientele: Elizabeth works with clients ages 5+ and incorporates EMDR, ACT, DBT, and IFS into her sessions with them. She is passionate about her work with individuals who are survivors of suicide or have experienced complicated or traumatic grief/loss and is passionate about her grief therapy work. She also sees those struggling with low self esteem, clients going through developmental/life transitions, and adults with ADHD.
- Location: In Person (Winter Park, FL)
- Virtual therapy?: Yes, throughout the state of FL
Elizabeth Lomas
- Credentials: MS, Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern (RMHCI)
- Clientele: Paige works with clients ages 12+ as well as couples and families through the utilization of EMDR as well as EFT, CBT, solution focused therapies (when appropriate), and mindfulness strategies. She is passionate about her work with caregivers & siblings of those with special needs, individuals struggling with anger management, those with religious trauma, the LGBTQIA+ population and those with interpersonal relationship issues.
- Location: In Person (Jacksonville, FL)
- Virtual therapy?: Yes, throughout the state of FL
Paige Shadden
- Credentials: MSW, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern (RCSWI),
- Clientele: Caitlin works with individuals ages 17+ providing EMDR, Christian counseling services, (when requested) and other evidence based therapies (such as motivational interviewing) to help clients on their healing process journey from trauma, anxiety, disordered eating, and depression.
- Location: In Person (Jacksonville, FL)
- Virtual therapy?: Yes, throughout the state of FL
Caitlin Check
- Credentials: MA, LMHC
- Clientele: Adults living in Florida who are seeking a therapist for support who utilizes EMDR alongside IFS, DBT, and cognitive restructuring skills. Chelsea works with those individuals who have experienced childhood, acute, complex, and/or sexual traumas. She is also skilled at working with the neurodivergent and the LGBTQIA+ populations. In addition to individual work, Chelsea enjoys providing therapeutic support to couples and families.
- Location: Online therapy only
- Virtual therapy?: Yes, throughout the state of Florida
Chelsea Shea
- Credentials: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Eating Disorders Specialist Consultant (CEDS-C)
- Clientele: Individuals, couples and families seeking a nonjudgmental environment to break free from diet culture and reconnect with their purpose without the burden of anxiety/trauma.
- Location: Jacksonville, FL
- Virtual therapy?: Yes, throughout FL and in NJ
Jessie Huebner
Meet our Jacksonville EMDR therapists
EMDR, which stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (therapy), is a buzzword that has been getting a lot of traction on social media and you may have seen a popular article recently where Miley Cyrus credits it for her improved mental health but what is it? How can it help? Who provides these services? At Restored Purpose Counseling, we pride ourselves on our ability to work collaboratively with clients to help you find relief from disordered eating, trauma, depression, and more. We offer therapy services, nutrition counseling, and medication management. We are proud to prioritize accessible care and accept insurance (most major insurance plans) to make therapy affordable. We have several counselors who are trained in EMDR and who are able to help support those seeking this service. Keep reading to find out more information about EMDR and if it could be right for you!
