EMDR Therapy in Fort Collins, CO

EMDR Therapy in Northern Colorado

Trauma-Informed EMDR Counseling for Healing, Processing, and Recovery

At The Bloomhouse Women’s Counseling Collective, we offer EMDR therapy in Fort Collins and online across Colorado for individuals seeking effective trauma treatment, anxiety reduction, and nervous system healing. EMDR is one of the most researched, evidence-based therapies for trauma, PTSD, and distressing life experiences.

Whether you’re healing from birth trauma, relationship wounds, attachment disruptions, anxiety, or past painful memories, our trauma-informed clinicians will walk with you through a safe, structured healing process.

What Is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based form of trauma therapy designed to help your brain process and heal from difficult, distressing, or emotionally overwhelming experiences.

Instead of talking through a memory repeatedly, EMDR helps your nervous system reprocess the memory so it no longer holds the same emotional charge. This can lead to:

  • reduced anxiety or panic

  • decreased emotional triggers

  • calmer responses to stress

  • improved self-confidence and clarity

  • greater emotional balance and resilience

EMDR is widely recognized for its effectiveness in treating trauma and PTSD and is supported by research and leading organizations in mental health.

For more information, visit the official EMDR International Association (EMDRIA):

Above is an informational video from EMDRIA that explains how EMDR works and why it’s effective.

Who Can EMDR Help?

EMDR therapy can help people who are experiencing:

  • Trauma or PTSD symptoms

  • Birth trauma or medical trauma

  • Anxiety or panic

  • Attachment wounds from childhood or relationships

  • Relationship trauma or betrayal

  • Phobias or fear responses

  • Grief and loss

  • Complex emotional triggers

  • Self-blame or negative self-beliefs

  • Emotional overwhelm or dysregulation

EMDR is not just for “big trauma.” Even seemingly small yet painful experiences that continue to influence your emotions, beliefs, or behavior can be effectively addressed.

How EMDR Works at The Bloomhouse

At The Bloomhouse, we prioritize safety, pacing, and readiness. Most EMDR therapy involves multiple phases:

Preparation and Safety Building

We work on emotional regulation, grounding, and stabilization before processing painful memories.

1

Reprocessing

Through guided bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or hand buzzers), we help your nervous system safely reprocess distressing memories so they lose their emotional intensity.

2

Integration

You learn to incorporate new, balanced beliefs and reactions that support your healing.

3

Your therapist will always work with you at a pace that feels safe and comfortable for your nervous system.


EMDR for Trauma, Anxiety, and Life Stress

Many people seek EMDR when traditional talk therapy hasn’t fully resolved painful patterns. EMDR helps interrupt automatic reactions and gives your brain a chance to unlock stuck emotional responses.

Clients who have completed EMDR often report:

  • More emotional calm and stability

  • Less intrusive thoughts and memories

  • Greater confidence in relationships and decisions

  • Reduced anxiety and hypervigilance

  • A stronger sense of self and safety

Why Choose EMDR at The Bloomhouse

Trauma-Informed Clinicians

Our therapists are trained in EMDR and specialize in trauma-informed care, attachment wounds, anxiety, motherhood transitions, and relational healing.

Safe and Supportive Environment

Whether in-person in Fort Collins or online throughout Colorado, your emotional safety and comfort come first.

Collaborative Treatment Planning

We integrate EMDR with attachment-based, somatic, and relational therapy approaches when appropriate, tailoring treatment to your unique needs.

Healing EMDR for Clients in Fort Collins & Across Colorado

We proudly offer EMDR therapy:

  • In-person in Fort Collins, CO

  • Secure online therapy throughout Colorado

This flexibility allows clients to receive consistent trauma care that fits their schedule and lifestyle.

Is EMDR Right for Me?

EMDR may be especially helpful if you are:

  • Struggling with anxiety or panic

  • Healing from trauma

  • Reacting strongly to triggers

  • Feeling stuck in negative beliefs

  • Seeking deeper emotional healing

  • Wanting to reduce avoidance or fear

  • Ready to heal old patterns that affect daily life

During your free 15-minute consultation, we’ll discuss whether EMDR is a good fit for your goals and experiences.

How to Get Started

  1. Reach out via our online contact form.

  2. We will contact you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation and match you with the best fit EMDR therapist.

  3. Complete your intake session with your therapist.

  4. Begin trauma-informed EMDR therapy at a pace that feels safe and supportive.

Getting started with EMDR therapy at The Bloomhouse is easy:

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. EMDR is one of the most researched treatments for trauma, anxiety, and PTSD and is supported by EMDRIA and major mental health organizations.

  • There is not physical pain in EMDR. Some people experience emotional intensity during EMDR sessions. However, your therapist guides the process slowly and safely and will work with you to prepare you mentally and with regulation and grounding tools prior to processing trauma with EMDR.

  • Most people begin to notice change after a few sessions, though the timeline varies based on your history and goals.

  • Yes. We provide both in-office and secure online EMDR therapy options.

You Deserve Healing That Lasts

EMDR can help you feel more grounded, regulated, and

free from past pain that still shows up today.

At The Bloomhouse, we’re honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey.