At Value You Therapy, we explore a number of different types of therapy that best suit our clients. There's no "one size fits all", and we believe unique experiences require tailored sessions. Let's start with EMDR.
If you have ever been curious about Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, you are not alone. Perhaps you have read about it, or maybe a friend told you about their own transformative experience. Yet, despite its growing reputation, many people still wonder what the process actually feels like, and whether it is accessible to them.
The "concentrated" power of EMDR
Think of standard therapy as a steady stream, and EMDR as a more concentrated blend. Because it packs a high degree of insight and processing into a shorter timeframe, EMDR is often faster-acting than traditional talk therapy. It can be intense, but its focused nature allows you to move through deep-seated hurdles far more efficiently.
How EMDR can shift your perspective
A common misconception is that therapy erases painful memories. EMDR does not wipe away your past; instead, it changes how you experience those memories today:
- Reduces immediate distress. It directly targets the high-voltage emotional charge tied to difficult feelings or experiences.
- Reshapes your response. While the memory remains, the heavy weight, anxiety or distress attached to it subsides.
- Delivers real relief. By altering your internal reaction, you gain the freedom to recall past events without re-experiencing the pain.
Accessible care at Value You Therapy
Healing should never feel out of reach due to financial barriers. While specialised trauma work can often carry a prohibitive price tag, we believe high-quality support should be available to everyone who needs it.
At Value You Therapy, co-founded by Aurelia and Tina, we are committed to making evidence-based care accessible by offering low-cost EMDR sessions.
If you have been considering EMDR but were held back by cost, or simply did not know where to start, we are here to support your next step. Reach out to us today to learn more or arrange an assessment.
Aurelia De Rocha & Tina Foley, founders of Value You Therapy