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EMDR THERAPY IN SHEFFIELD

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly effective, evidence-based psychotherapy developed to help people recover from traumatic experiences and distressing life events. Although originally created for trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), EMDR is now widely used to treat a range of psychological difficulties where past experiences continue to affect daily life.

Sometimes difficult experiences are not fully processed by the brain. Rather than becoming ordinary memories, they remain emotionally “stuck”, continuing to trigger distress, anxiety, fear or negative beliefs long after the event has passed.

EMDR helps the brain process these memories in a natural way, reducing their emotional intensity and allowing them to become part of your life story without continuing to overwhelm you.

How EMDR can help

EMDR is recommended by organisations including the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for the treatment of trauma and PTSD. It can also be effective for a range of other difficulties, including:

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Complex trauma
Childhood trauma
Anxiety disorders
Panic attacks
Phobias
Grief and loss
Low self-esteem linked to past experiences
Medical trauma
Distressing life events
Performance anxiety

Every person’s experiences are different, which is why treatment is always tailored to your individual history and needs.

As part of psychotherapy especially schema therapy. The origins of destructive self limiting belief systems can be found and treated with an EMDR protocol.

If you would like to experience the benefits of EMDR or wonder if EMDR could work for you please book an appointment or get in touch.

Dan

7 December 2023

I would highly recommend Bod. Particularly for matters of neurodivergence and phobias. I don’t say this lightly but the work we completed in a short period of time has been life changing.

Tasha Ravenscroft

21 February 2023

I have been having EMDR sessions with Cheryl for about 6 months. In this time she has guided and supported me through some of the toughest times in life, for which I will be forever grateful. She is kind, caring, very welcoming and brilliant at her job. Seeking therapy and especially the process of EMDR can be scary and daunting, but at all times I felt safe, held and understood. I could not recommend Cheryl enough and implore anyone seeking therapy to contact to Cheryl.

Victoria Elmore

10 February 2023

An absolutely excellent and affordable service perfectly located in the city centre. Cheryl is amazing and I would recommend her to anyone (in fact I have). She is welcoming, warm and an expert in her field. By far the best therapist I’ve ever had.

Liv Abbott

10 February 2023

I’ve been working with Cheryl for the last 10 months. This is by far the most collaborative relationship I’ve had with a therapist, as teamwork plays a key role in treatment and recovery. We’ve used talking therapy and EMDR to process previous trauma, which has been life changing. Cheryl has taught me practical tools which I can use on an everyday basis, as well as explaining the theory and psychological/physiological processes at work. My self esteem and emotional regulation have improved massively since I started therapy. I’ve made huge changes in my life and we are constantly reflecting on how to step towards my goals. Great service could not recommend more 🙌

Lola Sami

9 February 2023

I’ve been seeing Cheryl since September and it’s been one of the most comfortable and affirming experiences I’ve had in therapy. It was because of her sessions that I felt encouraged to seek out an ADHD diagnosis and Cheryl has been invaluable at helping me make sense of the condition. The warmth, empathy and kindness with which she conducts her sessions have been transformative. Having been to therapy before, this is the first time I’ve felt like a therapist has understood me and been able to adequately assess the cause of my difficulties. After having multiple therapeutic experiences that weren’t helpful, I became resigned at the thought that my issues couldn’t be treated. By understanding the cause of my problems and devising ways to treat them, my sessions with Cheryl have imbued in me a newfound hope and optimism and have given me a more positive outlook on my future.

9 February 2023

Cheryl has provided me with so much support in the last 8 months, I cannot thank her enough! Having never been to therapy before, she made me feel so at ease, as she has such a friendly and warm personality! She is incredibly knowledgeable in her field and also compassionate. I feel I have made a lot of progress and I have learned so much from her!

Beth Longman

9 February 2023

I've seen several different therapists in my life, but none of them have shown the patience, skill, and care of Cheryl. Every time I see her I leave feeling lighter and more hopeful, and I've already made significant progress in the short-time I've been working with her.

Georgina Makings

9 February 2023

Cheryl is absolutely amazing - super understanding and relatable! I’ve been seeing her for a few months now and she really helps me to stay in check with practical tools / advice - highly reccomended

9 February 2023

I have been seeing Cheryl for panic disorder and OCD and I am now recovering. She is a wonderful therapist who is compassionate, patient and real expert in her field. She also understands complex issues indepth. Highly recommended.