Many doctors, nurses, therapists, and caregivers enter their professions because of something in their own history — perhaps a childhood shaped by illness, loss, bullying, or chaos at home. Excelling in school, caring for others, and seeking intellectual stimulation often became protective strategies.

On the outside, you may look like you have it all together. You succeed at work, keep up with responsibilities, and show up for the people in your life. Friends, colleagues, and family might even describe you as strong, dependable, or high-achieving.

But being “high-functioning” doesn’t always mean you’re free from struggle.

So many people come to EMDR therapy with a heavy thought: “I’ve tried everything. Nothing will ever change. What’s the point in trying again?” I hear this often, and I don’t take it lightly.

No matter where your trauma falls on the continuum, you deserve healing. Your pain doesn’t need to be compared, measured, or justified. If you’re struggling, it’s valid—and it’s worth getting support.

The biggest difference is that in EMDR, we don’t just analyze the past — we actually help your brain reprocess it.

From my perspective, EMDR has three parts. Each one is important, and together they help create a safe and effective healing process.

If you’ve tried talk therapy before and felt like it didn’t get you the relief you were hoping for, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me after years of traditional therapy, feeling frustrated and wondering if anything will actually help.