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When something feels unresolved or the past still feels present.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) can help you process what is unresolved, so you can move forward with greater ease.
Sometimes, we know something happened in the past, yet our mind, body or emotions continue to respond as though it is happening now.
You may feel overwhelmed by certain memories, situations or emotions. You may understand intellectually that you are safe, while your body still responds as though you are not.
Sometimes, you may not even know exactly why you feel this way — only that something seems to be affecting you, holding you back or getting in the way of feeling fully yourself.
EMDR offers a gentle, evidence-based approach to processing distressing experiences, helping the past feel more like the past — so you can feel more present, more settled and freer to move forward.
EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing
What is EMDR?
EMDR is recognised worldwide as an effective, evidence-based therapy that can help to process traumatic and distressing experiences that may continue to affect thoughts, emotions, body and everyday life.
It is widely regarded as a gold-standard treatment for trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), recommended in clinical practice guidelines and supported by extensive scientific research.
A traumatic event is any experience in which a person is exposed to a threatening or harmful event and experiencing strong negative emotions or helplessness. Non-traumatic memories generally will fade over time, losing their vividness and detail and has a sense of being in the past. Sometimes traumatic events, the memories, emotions and bodily reactions get stuck in the brain, have not been processed and released and have continued after effects far beyond the event. It will seem vivid, like it happened yesterday, reliving the event, a sense of being present and may continue to affect the body and emotions and trigger reactions.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing EDMR helps people process distressing memories and reduce the emotional intensity associated with them. These become more of a distant past.
EMDR therapy explained by the EMDR Association of Australia
EMDR – benefits
- Reduces the emotional intensity associated with distressing memories and experiences
- Reduces symptoms of trauma, PTSD, anxiety and other trauma-related conditions
- Decreases distressing thoughts, emotions and physical responses linked to past experiences
- Supports healthier beliefs about yourself, emotional regulation, greater self-understanding and resilience
- Improves self-confidence, relationships, everyday functioning and overall wellbeing
- Effective for panic attacks, phobias, grief and loss and sleep difficulties
- Helps process the effects of abuse, adverse childhood experiences, accidents and other distressing experiences that continue to have an impact
- Helps the brain to process and release unprocessed stuck memories
As your qualified EMDR and counsellor, I provide a safe, confidential, respectful and caring space where we can work together to identify a plan and outline actionable steps that will guide you on your path.
As your counsellor and coach, I will also bring lots of real-life experience to the partnership:
- With an extensive background in finance and senior management positions – in both the private and public sectors – I have first-hand insight into the high pressures of professional workplace, issues and career progression
- As I have endured my fair share of life’s difficulties – work, family, relationships, life-threatening illness and stresses – I can genuinely empathise with you and understand the challenges you will face.
My Experience – Resolving Trauma with EMDR
I am massive fan of EMDR, I am amazed how much it works wonders with trauma, PTSD and so much more, really truly shifts things with great results.
I am EMDR qualified and have continued to deepen my knowledge with additional advance protocols with Dr Ignacio Jarero.
From my own experience, when working with the EMDR I noticed impressive shifts and transformations with one thoughts, feelings, emotions and patterns. The incident becomes a more distant memory with less or no emotional charge that brings an internal shift within, releasing some of the holds and aftereffects of the incident.
“The mind and body have an innate capacity to heal” Diana Fels
Client’s experience
Many people describe EMDR as life-changing, reporting that memories no longer feel as distressing or overwhelming after treatment.
A clients heart-felt story of PTSD and EMDR and how it has helped them.
Resource: Healthline EMDR Therapy and Cleveland Clinic EMDR Therapy
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Choosing the Right EMDR Therapist
EMDR is a specialised therapy that requires advanced training beyond a practitioner’s professional qualifications. When choosing an EMDR therapist, it is important to ensure they have completed accredited EMDR training and have experience in trauma-informed care.
Look for a therapist who:
- Has completed accredited EMDR training
- Is a qualified and registered mental health professional (such as a psychologist, counsellor, social worker or general practitioner)
- Has experience working with trauma, PTSD and related concerns
- Provides a safe, supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment
- Takes time to assess your needs and explains the EMDR process before beginning treatment
A qualified EMDR therapist will tailor treatment to your individual circumstances, ensuring therapy progresses at a pace that feels safe and appropriate for you.
Sessions – what to expect
We work together at a pace that feels safe and supportive, gently exploring what may still be affecting you and creating space for greater calm, clarity and a sense of resolution.
As your counsellor and coach, I will work with you to explore and unpack the things that are troubling you and provide support and expertise to help formulate a plan to move forward.
By providing a friendly, non-judgmental ear, in a safe, caring, respectful, confidential environment, I will give you the tools and confidence to address personal or professional difficulties.
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What clients are saying
Chloe, Canberra
Diana has helped me so much. Diana is so kind, empathetic, understanding and made me feel heard and understood. Diana helped me get to the root of the problems I was facing so I could work through them, instead of putting a band aid over them which was how I felt seeking help from other people in the past. Diana has such a peaceful healing space which is very welcoming and her Reiki skills are amazing! I would recommend Diana and Reiki to everyone.
Chloe, Canberra
Elle Doyle, Canberra
Diana’s Reiki sessions have been remarkably transformative. I needed an intervention to reboot my body and wellbeing after a minor surgery had left me stressed, fatigued and the recovery process seemed to have stalled. I have regained confidence in my body’s capacity to mend with Diana’s professionalism and sensitivity through her hands. In addition to the Reiki treatment Diana’s counselling, coaching and financial skill set was extremely helpful. As we talked areas “heated up” as I shared personal and professional areas that were concerning me. They are no longer concerns. Diana has a true gift and I am so grateful I found her.
Elle Doyle, Canberra
Bronwyn, Canberra
Diana has always been positive and life affirming. I was facing a cross-road in my life. Diana’s nurturing support enabled me to overcome the obstacles, which led to me establishing a new and successful business venture. Without Diana, I wouldn’t be enjoying this renewed focus and feeling as positive about the future as I do now. What I appreciated most was her ability to create a safe and professional environment where I could really confide in her. I valued her ability to listen to my challenges and to distil this information into a firm action plan. She helped me get my professional life back on track and for that I am truly grateful.
Bronwyn, Canberra
Janet, Canberra
I had never been to Reiki, but after the first session I came away calmer and lighter. Diana is very professional and a supportive presence, who has stood by me and guided me through my journey of self-discovery and self-improvement. Since beginning my work with her, I feel more positive and centred. For anyone looking to discover and harness the power of your energy, you can’t pick a better partner!
Janet, Canberra
