Support for making peace with your past and creating space for what matters now.
EMDR therapy in Franklin, TN
That critical voice doesn’t seem to let up, always finding a way to tell you you’re not measuring up.
It can feel like there’s a constant inner critic reminding you that you’re less than, that you’re a burden, or that you’ll never be accepted by others.
You put on a strong front, but inside you feel like you’re bracing for the next hit, waiting for rejection, criticism, or disappointment to come. No matter how hard you try to do things differently, you find yourself stuck in overthinking, doubting your own feelings and judgment, and believing you’ll never measure up to the people you constantly compare yourself to.
EMDR can support you in addressing old wounds that may be fueling these thought patterns, and can offer space to explore a more compassionate way of relating to yourself.
These stories and beliefs didn’t come out of nowhere.
It’s time to trace them back to their roots and show yourself the same compassion you give to others.
Maybe You’ve Experienced…
Replaying a critical comment your parent made in your mind, even years later.
Avoiding hard conversations in relationships because you’re sure it will end in them leaving.
Feeling like your body, career, or personality falls short of the amazing women in your Instagram feed.
Overexplaining yourself in emails or texts because you’re scared of being misunderstood.
Feeling panic in your body when someone raises their voice, even if they’re not angry at you.
Wondering if the people in your life even like you, or whether you’re just a burden on everyone.
What is Somatic & Attachment-Focused EMDR (SAFE EMDR)?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a way of helping your brain reprocess memories that got “stuck” when they first happened. Instead of reliving the past, you’re guided through a process that can help your mind and body begin to let go of the weight of those old experiences. Over time, many people notice that memories feel less overwhelming, and you may begin to see yourself and your story in a new light.
SAFE EMDR is a specialized process that can help you understand how those experiences are still showing up in your life today. Instead of only focusing on the memory itself, we pay attention to how it’s showing up in your system and how it connects to your earliest relationships. Through EMDR, your brain may begin to process those experiences in new ways, which can make old beliefs feel less powerful over time.
How We’ll Work Together
Supporting you as you challenge the belief that you’re ‘too much’ or ‘not enough.’
We’ll start by making sure you feel safe, steady, and supported before we go anywhere near the harder memories. You’ll never be thrown into something you’re not ready for. From there, we begin by noticing the patterns or beliefs that are showing up in your life now, and exploring how they may connect to where they first began.
Once we have a clearer picture of your unique story and experience, we’ll revisit those memories together, using techniques that can help your brain and body approach them differently. You’ll remain present and in control throughout the process, and I’ll check in with you regularly to ensure you feel supported. Over time, it’s possible for the weight of those old beliefs to begin to lift, creating space for you to relate to your story in new ways that reflect your strength, worth, and hopes for how you want to live now.
Imagine a life where you…
01 Begin to feel calmer and less on edge.
Instead of bracing for criticism or waiting for the other shoe to drop, you may begin to notice moments of moving through your days with more steadiness and ease.
02 See yourself with more compassion and less shame.
The old beliefs that once told you that you were “broken” or “not enough” may lose some of their hold, leaving more room for kindness toward yourself.
03 Respond differently in relationships.
Criticism or conflict doesn’t have to send you spiraling. You might start to feel sturdier and more able to hold onto your sense of self.
04 Release some of the burdens of the past.
Past hurts may not carry the same weight, giving you greater freedom to focus on the life you want now.
05 Feel empowered to make choices that reflect who you are.
Instead of being driven by fear or guilt, you can begin to recognize your worth and take steps that align with your values with confidence.
Your past will always be part of your story, but it doesn’t have to shape the whole of your future.
Together, we can work toward easing some of the weight you’ve been carrying.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Anxiety and relationship struggles often come from old beliefs like “I’m too much,” “I’m not good enough,” or “I don’t belong.” EMDR can help us identify where those beliefs began and support your brain in processing them in new ways. As new perspectives emerge, many people notice it becomes possible to feel more secure, confident, and steady in themselves and their relationships.
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EMDR isn’t the best fit if you’re looking for quick symptom relief without wanting to do deeper work, or if you’re currently in the middle of a traumatic situation. It also may not be right if you don’t yet feel safe or stable enough to explore difficult memories. In those cases, we’d focus first on building safety and support before beginning EMDR.
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Everyone’s timeline is unique. Some people notice small shifts within a few sessions, such as feeling less anxious in certain situations, while others need more time to build trust, explore their history, and work through deeper patterns. The pace depends on what you are carrying and how ready you feel to revisit those memories. My role is to walk alongside you at a pace that feels safe and to support you in reprocessing when you are ready.