EMDR Therapist Chula Vista

EMDR Therapy for Trauma & PTSD

      EMDR Therapy Chula Vista     

Empowering Trauma

Recovery through EMDR

EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a powerful therapeutic approach specifically designed to address trauma and its lingering effects. This evidence-based therapy assists clients in reprocessing traumatic experiences, reducing the emotional charge attached to memories, and fostering adaptive coping mechanisms.

Through a structured and supportive process, EMDR empowers individuals to navigate their trauma with resilience, paving the way for profound healing and a renewed sense of well-being.

I help individuals heal from painful memories so they can find peace and restoration in their lives.

      Chula Vista Trauma Therapist    

Christy Garcia, EMDR therapist in Chula Vista, CA

Hi, I’m Christy Garcia, LMFT

As a licensed therapist specializing in trauma, I provide EMDR therapy in San Diego. I’m passionate about helping you heal from trauma and regain control of your life.

With a deep understanding of how past experiences can impact your present, I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can process difficult memories and emotions. Whether you prefer the comfort of online counseling from anywhere in California or the personal connection of in-person sessions, I’m here to guide you through your healing journey. My goal is to help you find relief, build resilience, and create a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

EMDR Therapy for Healing Trauma

With EMDR therapy, you can:

Process and release distressing memories that keep you stuck.

Lessen the power of unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that no longer serve you.

Reduce overwhelming emotions linked to past traumatic events.

Learn to regulate in the face of powerful emotions and triggers.

Gain clarity and insight into your thoughts and feelings.

Reclaim a sense of control and balance in your life.

Whether you're navigating the effects of a single traumatic event or years of painful memories, EMDR therapy can help you find healing and transformation.

I offer in-person sessions in Chula Vista and online counseling for California residents.

FAQs about

EMDR Therapy

  • EMDR helps trauma and PTSD in the following ways:

    • Memory Processing: EMDR aids in unlocking and reprocessing memories that have been "stuck" or inadequately processed. This can reduce the emotional charge associated with traumatic events.

    • Desensitization: By facilitating a state of desensitization, EMDR helps individuals detach from the intense emotional responses tied to traumatic memories, promoting healing.

    • Cognitive Restructuring: EMDR supports the development of healthier thought patterns and beliefs, replacing negative self-perceptions with more adaptive ones.

  • You may benefit from EMDR if you've suffered a traumatic or distressing incident(s) in your life or have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD). Other signs EMDR may be right for you are:

    • Flashbacks and Intrusive Memories: If you find yourself haunted by distressing memories or experiencing intrusive thoughts related to trauma, EMDR might offer relief.

    • Avoidance Behaviors: Persistent efforts to avoid reminders of the trauma, be it people, places, or situations, may indicate the need for a therapeutic approach like EMDR.

    • Emotional Distress: Intense and prolonged emotional distress, including anxiety, depression, or anger, can be addressed through the targeted processing of traumatic memories with EMDR.

    • Relief from Emotional Distress: Experience a profound reduction in anxiety, depression, and other distressing symptoms.

    • Enhanced Coping Skills: Develop adaptive coping mechanisms to navigate life's challenges with resilience and strength.

    • Empowerment and Self-Compassion: Reclaim a sense of agency and self-worth, fostering greater self-compassion and acceptance.

Curious about starting EMDR therapy for trauma? Let’s chat!

Find hope and healing after trauma. Schedule your consultation today and experience the healing benefits of EMDR therapy in San Diego. Start your journey towards healing and reclaiming your life!