PTSD work needs pace, consent and care. We go slowly so safety can be felt, not just discussed.
We start with stabilisation—grounding through senses, breath that lengthens and reliable anchors you can use anywhere.
Somatic tracking helps us notice where protection shows up—vigilance in the eyes, tightness across the chest, a sudden drop in the belly—and include those places kindly.
EMDR’s bilateral rhythm processes the stuck memory networks a little at a time. We pause often, re‑orient and check capacity so the work stays inside tolerance.
Between sessions we agree aftercare—sleep cues, supportive contact, brief movement. Over time people report fewer intrusions and more ordinary moments.
FAQ
Q1. How do you keep PTSD work safe with EMDR?
We stabilise thoroughly, use titration and containment, and process in short sets with frequent returns to the present.
Q2. Do you teach skills for flashbacks and startle?
Yes—orienting, breath patterns and boundary phrases that bring you back to now.
Q3. Can I blend local and online formats?
Yes. Many clients alternate to fit life while keeping momentum.