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Lily Moon

Black Heart Therapy

LCSW

Licensed In:
Colorado
“As we work together, we'll focus on understanding what happened, making sense of where you are now, and figuring out where you want to go from here. I specialize in working with adults navigating trauma-related symptoms, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, and the complicated business of figuring out where you fit; and whether you even want to. And, fortunately, there is hope, and you don't have to figure it all out alone.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Grief · Mood Disorders · Panic · Perfectionism · Personality Disorders · Psychosis · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Serious Mental Illness · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Cristina Lugo

Cristina Lugo- Therapist in Pasadena

LCSW

Licensed In:
California
“At Cristina Lugo, LCSW, therapy is designed for teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, trauma, identity challenges, burnout, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. Cristina works with: Teen girls and nonbinary youth seeking emotional support and self-understanding Young adults struggling with anxiety, academic pressure, career uncertainty, or post-grad stress Adults working through trauma, burnout, self-esteem issues, and relationship patterns LGBTQIA+ individuals looking for affirming and culturally responsive care Multicultural and second-generation clients exploring identity and belonging Parents seeking guidance, reconnection, and support for their teens Sensitive, creative, and thoughtful individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed or stuck”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Trauma & PTSD
Licensed In:
New York
“I work with individuals navigating a range of mental health concerns, with a primary focus on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and trauma-related conditions. Many of my clients experience intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, heightened anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and the lingering effects of past traumatic experiences. I utilize evidence-based approaches, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing (EMDR) to support clients in reducing symptom severity, increasing distress tolerance, and improving overall functioning. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to help clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward more stable, values-driven lives.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anxiety · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD
Lauren Lowenthal

Clarity Counseling Associates

LMHC

Licensed In:
Washington
“I specialize in working with women who are caught up in people pleasing and associated behaviors such as making yourself ‘small’, not prioritizing your needs, all while being very self-critical. These unhelpful beliefs can result in anxiety, depression, and burnout while continuing to erode self-worth. More broadly, I have expertise in helping clients with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions. My additional specialties include: Career/Workplace: job loss, work-life balance, communicating with difficult bosses, and Loving your Introversion: Western cultures tend to favor extroverted personalities which can lead to anxiety or lowered self-esteem for introverts.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Attachment · Career Counseling · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Rosemarie Genovese

Serenity Counseling Center NJ LLC

LPC, LCADC

Licensed In:
New Jersey
“We are a group practice. We work with children age 5 and up, teens, young adults and adults. We work with individuals, couples, and family. We offer TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation, psychiatric evaluations and medication management.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Medication Management, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Anger Management · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Emily Pieper

The Bellevue Trauma Recovery Center

LMHC, SUDP

Licensed In:
California, Colorado, Minnesota, Washington
“I work with a wide range of clients. I primarily work with couples, adolescents and adults. I am compassionate however, can be direct at times after rapport has been established. I work individuals challenged with symptoms of trauma/PTSD, betrayal trauma and addictions including alcohol and drug addiction and sex addiction. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist. I work with those challenged with adverse religious experiences/trauma as well.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anxiety · Relationship Issues · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Rachel Saffer

Spry Little Birds Counseling

LCSW-S

Licensed In:
Texas
“I work with children, teens and young adults to help build confidence, explore emotions and feel understood.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Grief · Mood Disorders · Panic · Perfectionism · Personality Disorders · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Virginia J. Leon

Virginia J Leon Counseling

LPC

Licensed In:
Colorado
“Women, LGBTQIA, BIPOC”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Amy “A J” Jones

A J Counselor, LLC

LPC

Licensed In:
Colorado, Missouri, Oregon
“I love working with folks who have lived a life of being misunderstood and feeling "alien" so they can finally experience acceptance and confident authenticity.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Depression · Menopause & Perimenopause · Older Adults & Aging · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation
Alexis Flowers

Centered Life Therapy and Wellness

LMSW

Licensed In:
Florida, Michigan
“I work with adults navigating anxiety, chronic stress, and the emotional impact of chronic illness or ongoing health concerns. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, on edge, or stuck in cycles of worry and overthinking, often noticing how much their stress shows up in their body. I also support those experiencing burnout, life transitions, and challenges in relationships or boundaries. My clients are often looking not just for relief, but for a deeper understanding of themselves and a more sustainable way to move through daily life.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Attachment · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Faith-Based Care · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Perfectionism · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Joshua Roybal

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

LCSW

Licensed In:
New Mexico
“I work with adults across New Mexico through telehealth, with a special focus on veterans, active duty service members, first responders, and individuals carrying the long-term impact of trauma, loss, high-stress environments, or painful life experiences. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in survival mode, experiencing anxiety, nightmares, intrusive memories, emotional numbness, anger, guilt, shame, or difficulty feeling connected to themselves and others. I also support adults navigating moral injury, grief, life transitions, identity concerns, and the emotional weight of serving in roles where they have had to stay strong for everyone else.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Grief · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Psychosis · Self Esteem · Suicidal Ideation
Amanda Carrington

Amanda Carrington Counseling, LLC

LPC

Licensed In:
Virginia
“I work with adults who are motivated to heal emotional wounds, enhancing the strengths they already possess to live a more present, fulfilling, and authentic life.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Grief · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD

About EMDR

Use the directory above to find a therapist who offers this approach. Compare profiles for their approach, availability, fees, and insurance.

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What to expect

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy approach often used to help people process distressing memories, trauma, anxiety, panic, grief, and experiences that still feel emotionally “stuck.” EMDR uses structured steps that may include focusing on a memory, noticing body sensations or emotions, and using guided eye movements, tapping, or other forms of "bilateral stimulation" to reduce the emotional intensity of memories.

In online EMDR therapy, your therapist may start by teaching you skills for managing strong emotions and helping you feel prepared to approach distressing memories. EMDR may be worth exploring if you want a structured approach to working through difficult experiences without having to retell the details of the event.

How to choose a therapist

When comparing online EMDR therapists, look for someone who explains their process clearly and moves at a pace that feels manageable. EMDR can bring up strong emotions, so finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is important. You may want to ask how the therapist prepares clients before memory processing, how they handle grounding during telehealth sessions, and what happens if you feel overwhelmed between appointments.

Not every therapist who offers EMDR uses it the same way. Some may use EMDR as their primary approach, while others may integrate it with other therapy modalities. Review profiles, compare experience with your concerns, and ask questions before booking.

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  • Ask about the provider’s experience with your concerns and goals.
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Questions about this approach

How do I use this page to find an online therapist who offers EMDR?

Start by choosing the state where you will be physically located during sessions. Then use filters to narrow your results by service type, age group, language, insurance, and therapy type. Review therapist profiles to see how they describe Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), what concerns they commonly work with, and whether their communication style feels like a good match before reaching out.

What should I ask before booking?

Ask how the therapist uses EMDR in online sessions, what preparation usually looks like, and whether they combine EMDR with other therapy approaches. You can also ask about session length, pacing, insurance, self-pay rates, cancellation policies, and what you should do if strong emotions come up between appointments. A good first conversation can help you understand whether their style feels supportive and clear.

Does my therapist have to be licensed in my state, and what happens if I travel out of state?

In most cases, your therapist needs to be licensed where you are physically located during the session, not only where you live. If you travel, tell your therapist before your appointment so they can confirm whether they can still provide care while you are in that state. You can also learn more about finding a therapist licensed in multiple states.

Can EMDR be done virtually through telehealth therapy?

Yes, many therapists offer EMDR through telehealth. Online EMDR may use visual cues on screen, audio cues, tapping, or other forms of bilateral stimulation. The therapist should explain how sessions will work, help you set up a private and comfortable space, and make sure you have grounding tools before deeper processing begins. Ask how they adapt EMDR for online care.

Who is EMDR best for?

EMDR is commonly associated with trauma, post-traumatic stress, painful memories, anxiety, panic, grief, and distress linked to past experiences. It may be a good fit if you feel like certain memories, reactions, or body responses are still affecting your daily life. EMDR is not only about talking through events; it is often used when someone wants a structured way to process what still feels unresolved.

Do EMDR therapists need special certification or training?

EMDR is a specific therapy approach, and therapists may have different levels of education, consultation, training, or certification related to it. Before booking, ask how the therapist learned EMDR, how often they use it, whether they are EMDR Certified, and how they decide when it is appropriate for a client.

Does insurance cover online EMDR therapy, and how does payment usually work?

Insurance coverage often depends on your plan, the therapist’s network status, your location, and how the session is billed. Some therapists accept insurance directly, while others offer self-pay rates or superbills you can submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Use the insurance and payment filters when available, then confirm coverage, fees, and any expected costs before your first appointment.

When is online EMDR therapy not the right choice?

Online EMDR may not be the best fit during an immediate crisis, when emergency support is needed, when a higher level of care is required, or when you do not have a private space or reliable internet connection. It may also be better to start with stabilization and coping support before trauma processing. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text 988 right away.

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