Certified EMDR Therapy
Healing from trauma is not about forgetting what happened. It is about no longer being trapped by it. If past experiences are surfacing in your daily life as anxiety, hypervigilance, intrusive memories, or a persistent sense that something is wrong, EMDR therapy can help you finally reprocess what your brain has been carrying.
We offer EMDR therapy, EMDR treatment programs, and EMDR training for mental health professionals throughout, including Central and the Columbus metro, with both in-person and telehealth options available statewide.
Whether you are searching for EMDR therapy for yourself, exploring EMDR treatment after years of living with unprocessed trauma, or a clinician ready to pursue EMDR training or certification, you have come to the right place.
What Is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based psychotherapy developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s. It is one of the most extensively researched trauma treatment modalities in the world, endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO), the American Psychiatric Association (APA), and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR does not require you to describe traumatic events in detail. Instead, it uses bilateral stimulation, typically guided eye movements, gentle tapping, or auditory tones, to help your brain reprocess stuck traumatic memories so they lose their emotional intensity and no longer control your present.
Research from Kaiser Permanente found that 100% of single-trauma clients and 77% of multiple-trauma clients no longer met the diagnostic criteria for PTSD after completing a full course of EMDR treatment, results that few other therapy modalities can match.
Conditions EMDR Treatment in Can Help
Our EMDR therapists work with individuals navigating a wide range of trauma-related and emotional difficulties:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
- Childhood abuse, neglect, and developmental trauma
- Sexual assault, domestic violence, and intimate partner violence
- Anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and specific phobias
- Depression connected to unresolved or adverse life experiences
- First responder and military veteran trauma
- Grief, loss, and major life transitions
- Religious or spiritual trauma
- Birth trauma and perinatal mental health concerns
- Chronic self-criticism, perfectionism, and low self-worth
If you are unsure whether EMDR therapy is right for your situation, our free consultation gives us the opportunity to understand your needs and recommend the most appropriate treatment path.
EMDR Training and Certification
Are you a licensed mental health professional in looking to add EMDR to your clinical practice? We offer EMDRIA-approved EMDR training and support the complete pathway to EMDR certification.
EMDR Basic Training: Part I and Part II
Our foundational training follows the EMDRIA-approved curriculum and qualifies for Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board (OCSWMFT) continuing education credits. Training covers the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model.
Consultation Hours for Certificate Completion
Completing 10 hours of EMDRIA-approved consultation is required before receiving your Certificate of Completion in EMDR Therapy Training. We offer both individual and group consultation and remotely via telehealth for professionals across the state.
Full Pathway to EMDRIA Certified Therapist
After completing basic training and consultation, therapists can pursue the EMDRIA Certified Therapist designation through additional supervised clinical hours. We guide you through each step of this process from initial training through full certification so you can offer EMDR therapy with complete confidence.
Why Choose Our EMDR Services?
EMDRIA-Approved Standards: Every therapist and trainer meets or exceeds EMDRIA requirements, ensuring you receive treatment and training grounded in current research and best practices.
Central Expertise: We are deeply connected to the mental health community and understand the needs of individuals and professionals throughout, Columbus, and the broader state.
In-Person and Telehealth: Whether you prefer face-to-face sessions or virtual therapy from anywhere, we accommodate your preference without compromising on quality or clinical depth.
Trauma-Informed at Every Stage: We never rush the healing process. EMDR therapy and training are delivered with a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes your nervous system’s readiness and safety.
Therapy and Training in One Practice: Whether you are seeking personal healing or professional development, we serve both, making us one of the most comprehensive EMDR resources available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does EMDR treatment typically take?
Treatment length depends on the complexity of your history and the number of experiences being addressed. Many clients experience meaningful relief within 6 to 12 sessions, while those with complex or developmental trauma often benefit from a longer course. Your therapist will discuss a realistic timeline during your first consultation.
Is EMDR therapy available via telehealth?
Yes. We offer fully virtual EMDR therapy sessions to clients throughout Ohio, including areas where in-person trauma specialists are difficult to access. All telehealth sessions are conducted through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.
How is EMDR different from talk therapy?
Traditional talk therapy primarily engages the brain's prefrontal cortex through verbal processing. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation to access the deeper brain regions where traumatic memories are stored, facilitating reprocessing at a neurological level. This often produces faster and more lasting trauma resolution than talk therapy alone.
Can I complete EMDR training and certification through your practice?
Yes. We offer EMDRIA-approved EMDR basic training (Part I and Part II) with CE credits recognized by the Ohio CSWMFT Board, plus consultation hours required for your Certificate of Completion and ongoing support toward your EMDRIA Certified Therapist designation.
Does EMDR work for conditions beyond PTSD?
Absolutely. While EMDR was developed for PTSD, it is now widely used for anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, attachment trauma, religious trauma, performance anxiety, chronic pain, and any distress rooted in overwhelming or adverse life experiences.
Serving Clients and Professionals Across
We provide EMDR therapy and EMDR training throughout, with particular focus. Through our telehealth services, CEC Therapy extends its reach to Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo, Athens, Zanesville, Chillicothe, and every region of the state. No matter where you are located, you deserve access to evidence-based trauma care delivered by a trained, credentialed EMDR therapist. Distance should never be a barrier to healing.