EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing
At Relational Therapy Collective, our therapists go above and beyond to support you in healing from single, or multiple traumas that impact your daily life. Our therapists provide evidence-based intervention as you both work collaboratively in building safety and trust as you identify and process your traumatic memories.
How EMDR Works
EMDR therapy is based on the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP)model, which suggests that trauma can cause memories to become "stuck" or "frozen" in the brain in a raw, unprocessed state. EMDR uses Bilateral Stimulation (BLS)—typically side-to-side eye movements, hand tapping, or auditory tones—to help the brain's two hemispheres communicate and resume natural healing.
Minimal Talking: Unlike traditional talk therapy, you do not need to describe the trauma in detail.
Rapid Results: Many people report significant improvement in as few as 3 to 12 sessions.
No Homework: Most EMDR protocols do not require assignments between sessions.
EMDR Specialists
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Nina Helms, LMHC
INDIVIDUAL THERAPIST, EMDR SPECIALIST
Provides telehealth video and in-person services (accepting new clients)
Nina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who provides psychotherapy for clients struggling with, but not limited to Attachment, Trauma (physical, sexual, emotional & domestic violence), Grief, Depression/Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Relational Conflict including traditional and post-modern relationships and partnerships. She a certified trauma professional and provides EMDR.
Email: sisucounseling@icloud.com
Phone: (509) 443-2281
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Melanie Liperi, LMFT
INDIVIDUAL AND COUPLES THERAPIST
Provides telehealth video and in-person services (accepting new clients)
Melanie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides psychotherapy for clients struggling with, but not limited to marital issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal relationships.