EMDR & Trauma Therapy in Edmonton
Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, on edge or not like yourself. Our Edmonton therapists use EMDR and other trauma-informed approaches to help you heal at your own pace, at North District (12850 97 St NW), Clearwater Plaza (15353 97 St NW) and South Central Edmonton in Garneau (8506 104 St NW, two blocks north of Whyte Avenue), or online.
What we help with
PTSD and flashbacks
Car accidents (MVA)
Childhood trauma and abuse
Sexual assault
Workplace and first responder trauma
Medical and birth trauma
Sudden or traumatic loss
Anxiety and panic linked to past events
What is EMDR?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming. It uses bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping, while you briefly focus on a memory. You don't have to describe every detail of what happened. Read our guide to EMDR.
Not everyone is ready for EMDR right away. Your therapist may start with grounding and stabilization skills, or use trauma-focused CBT or Prolonged Exposure therapy instead.
Our team
Several of our Edmonton clinicians are trained in EMDR, at North District, Clearwater Plaza and South Central (Garneau). We'll match you with a therapist whose training fits your needs. Find your therapist.
In a motor vehicle accident? We direct bill auto insurers. Learn about MVA therapy. Veterans can also access VAC assessments and direct billing.
What happens when you reach out
Book a free 15-minute consultation. Book online or call 780-700-2577. Every one of our therapists offers one, so you can ask questions before you commit.
Get matched within 24–48 hours. We match you with a therapist who fits your concerns, schedule, location and preferred language. There is no waitlist.
Start sessions. Sessions are 50 minutes, in person at one of our four clinics or by secure video anywhere in Alberta.
Fees and insurance
Sessions are $235 for 50 minutes. Many extended health plans cover therapy, and we direct bill Alberta Blue Cross, Canada Life, Sun Life, Manulife, Veterans Affairs Canada, NIHB and auto insurers for motor vehicle accident claims. Coverage depends on your plan and your clinician's designation, and reduced-fee options are available. See fees and insurance.
Frequently asked questions
How many EMDR sessions will I need?
It depends on the type of trauma. A single-incident trauma may need fewer sessions than complex or childhood trauma. Your therapist will give you an idea after your first few sessions.
Can EMDR be done online?
Yes. EMDR can be done effectively by secure video, so you can attend from anywhere in Alberta.
Is EMDR covered by insurance?
Usually, when provided by a registered or provisional psychologist. We direct bill several insurers, auto insurers and VAC.
We support clients from across Edmonton, including Castle Downs, Griesbach, Lake District, Beaumaris, Clareview, Garneau, Strathcona, Old Strathcona, the University area and downtown.
Ready to talk? Book a free 15-minute consultation or call 780-700-2577.
