our approach

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a form of psychotherapy that was developed by psychologist Francine Shapiro in the 1980s to help people process traumatic memories and other distressing life experiences.  EMDR is a research-based treatment approach that has been extensively studied over the past few decades. There have been many controlled studies and systematic reviews of the research on EMDR, and the evidence consistently suggests that it is an effective treatment for trauma and related conditions. 

EMDR uses a structured approach to guide clients through recalling traumatic memories while simultaneously engaging in a bilateral stimulation technique, such as following the therapist's fingers moving back and forth or listening to tones that alternate from ear to ear. The idea is that this bilateral stimulation can help activate the brain's natural ability to process and integrate traumatic memories in a more adaptive way.

Through a series of EMDR sessions, clients may be able to reduce the intensity and distress associated with traumatic memories, as well as shift negative beliefs and emotions associated with the trauma. EMDR has been found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction.

Somatic Experiencing (SE™) is a body-oriented therapeutic model for healing trauma and other stress disorders. It is the life’s work of Dr. Peter A. Levine. SE provides the basic natural healing and core nervous system skills to reprocess the past and better navigate the future. It helps clients attune to what's happening in their bodies, slow down and pause fast energies, wake up and balance sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Learning to consciously titrate gives clients a boost in self-awareness, and confidence in their capacity to change and heal.

 The Meadows Model, also known as post induction therapy (PIT),  is an innovative approach to therapy that's based on the pioneering work of Meadows Senior Fellow Pia Mellody. This model is designed to explore the impact of trauma and codependency on mental health and addiction. As primary therapists at The Meadows, we subscribe to Mellody's definition of trauma, which is "anything less than nurturing".

The Meadows Model focuses on five core issues that explore how our inner child and inner teenager may be affecting our ability to live the life we want to live. By identifying and addressing these issues, we can begin to heal the fractures that occur from trauma and move towards a more fulfilling life.

We are proud to work within this groundbreaking model and to have the opportunity to help clients heal and grow. If you're struggling with the impact of trauma on your life, we are here to support you and guide you towards a brighter future.