Schedule an appointment with an EMDR Therapist in River North, Chicago
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, refers to the psychotherapeutic practice of using eye directive movements to help patients cope with stress. Therapists who are trained in this specialized technique assist patients in healing and recovering from trauma, anxiety, and stress-related issues that impact emotional and physical well-being. EMDR is most frequently known to help individuals specifically overcome the symptoms and effects of PTSD, while also assisting in dealing with the associated triggers. Locating a therapist who is specifically trained in the practice of EMDR can benefit your anxieties, stress, and overall well-being.
Jessica Masbaum
Clinical Supervisor
Jessica Masbaum utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to help patients cope with their emotions and consequential behavior that is triggered by both acute traumatic events and long-term stress. During therapy, she focuses on the intention of directing clients to remain patient with themselves and believe in the process that their thoughts and their minds need to take. Jessica understands the connection that trauma and stress have on both mood shifts and behavioral patterns. She believes that through the collaborative practice of EMDR, patients can overcome anxieties, improve their mindsets, and adapt positive long-term behavioral changes to their lives.