Method · EMDR
EMDR therapy in Utah for trauma & PTSD.
You might recognize this
Some of this sounds familiar.
Something keeps coming back uninvited — an image, a smell, a sentence, a feeling in your chest.
You’ve already talked about it in therapy before, maybe years ago, and it still hits like it just happened.
Your body reacts before you do — heart rate, breath, jaw — to triggers you intellectually know are safe.
You’ve been told you have PTSD, or you’ve quietly wondered if you do.
How I help
The work, unhurried.
We start with stabilization — sleep, grounding, resourcing — so reprocessing is safe. Then we work through targets in a structured 8-phase model, using bilateral stimulation (eye movements, taps, or tones) to help the memory move.
Most sessions are 50 minutes; some EMDR-focused sessions run 60–90 minutes when that fits the work. You stay in control the whole time — we can pause, slow down, or switch to grounding whenever you need.
EMDR doesn't erase what happened. It changes how it lives in your body — fewer intrusions, less reactivity, more room for the rest of your life.
If EMDR isn't the right fit, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is another option I offer — often image-based and frequently faster. We'll pick the approach that fits you, not the other way around.
What to expect
- A free 15-minute call — no pressure, just see if we fit.
- Honest intake — your story, your goals, your pace.
- 50-minute sessions, weekly or biweekly.
- Telehealth anywhere in Utah, or in-person in Midvale.
The practical part
Where
Telehealth across Utah, or in-person in Midvale.
Investment
$150 per 50-minute session. Out-of-network superbill on request. No referral needed.
First step
A free 15-minute call to see if we're a fit.
FAQ
Common questions.
Do I have to talk about every detail of what happened?+
No. EMDR works at the level of the memory image, body sensation, and belief — not narrative retelling. Many people describe details only briefly or not at all.
How many sessions does EMDR take?+
It depends on whether we're treating a single event or layered, repeated trauma. Single-incident work can move noticeably in 6–12 sessions; complex trauma takes longer. We measure progress together as we go.
Can EMDR be done over telehealth?+
Yes. We use on-screen bilateral stimulation or self-tapping protocols designed for telehealth, which research supports as effective.
The memory stays.
The grip it has on you doesn't have to.
Brian Lewis, LCMHC · Midvale, Utah · Telehealth across Utah · Utah LCMHC license #5497978-6009