EMDR Therapy in Colorado & Florida
If you've been struggling with trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) may be the key to unlocking lasting healing.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR works by helping you process past memories in a new way, reducing their emotional charge and allowing you to move forward with clarity and peace.
- Free consultation
- Online in Colorado & Florida
- $200 per session
EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist
Becky Romero, LMHC, LPC
Is talk therapy not working for you?
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Revisiting the same pain without relief
Do you feel like you've talked about your trauma endlessly, but nothing has changed? Sometimes, healing requires going beyond words to address the deeper layers of trauma stored in the body and mind. EMDR therapy can help you finally experience the shift you've been seeking.
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Feeling disconnected from your emotions
Have you gained insight from therapy but still feel numb, stuck, or unable to access real emotional relief? Trauma often requires more than intellectual understanding. It needs healing on an emotional and somatic level. Together, we'll explore how to reconnect with your feelings safely and gently.
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Difficulty trusting the process
Have years of therapy left you wondering if true healing is even possible? It's understandable to feel disheartened, but a fresh approach can reignite your hope. Together, we'll create a customized plan that honors your experiences and builds the healing you've been waiting for.
The fact that you're still searching for answers shows your resilience. You have the strength to heal, and I'm here to help you tap into it.
The 8 phases of EMDR therapy
EMDR follows a structured, evidence-based protocol. As a Certified EMDR therapist, recognized by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), I'll guide you through each phase at a pace that always feels safe.
History and treatment planning
We'll gather information about your history and current struggles, and identify specific targets (memories or experiences) to process in therapy. We'll work together to create a treatment plan that aligns with your healing goals.
Preparation
We'll establish a sense of safety and trust, so you feel comfortable and informed about the EMDR process. I'll introduce relaxation techniques and coping skills to help you manage any emotional or physical discomfort during sessions.
Assessment
We'll identify the negative beliefs, images, and body sensations associated with the target memory, as well as a more adaptive belief you want to replace it with. This sets the foundation for processing the memory in the phases that follow.
Desensitization
Using bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements), we'll begin processing the memory. You'll be guided to notice and release distressing emotions, thoughts, and sensations tied to the memory, while gradually moving toward a more neutral or positive perspective.
Installation
We'll strengthen the positive belief you want in place of the negative one, so it feels more integrated and empowering in your day-to-day life.
Body scan
After the target memory is processed, we'll do a body scan to identify any remaining physical tension or discomfort. If any sensations are still present, we'll process them too.
Closure
At the end of each session, we'll make sure you're feeling calm and grounded. If we haven't finished processing a memory, we'll create a plan to safely close the session and return to it next time.
Reevaluation
We'll revisit your target memory to assess changes in your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations, address any remaining distress, and reinforce the progress you've made.
What EMDR can help with
EMDR is best known as a treatment for PTSD, but it helps with far more than a single traumatic event. In my practice, I use EMDR, often alongside Internal Family Systems (IFS), for:
- Childhood trauma, emotional neglect, and attachment wounds
- Anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias
- Grief and loss, including sudden or complicated loss
- Relationship trauma and betrayal
- Medical trauma and grief
- Low self-worth and stubborn negative beliefs like "I'm not enough"
- Feeling stuck after years of talk therapy
I'm also trained in Attachment-Focused EMDR, Advanced EMDR Protocols, and EMDR and Parts Work for Complex Trauma, so we can adapt the standard protocol when your history is layered or your system needs more preparation before processing.
What online EMDR sessions look like
EMDR works well over secure telehealth. Bilateral stimulation can be done with eye movements that follow a moving point on your screen, with tapping, or with alternating sounds through headphones. We'll find the option that feels most comfortable for you.
You'll join from a private, quiet space where you feel safe. Many clients find that doing this deep work from their own home makes it easier to settle afterward. Sessions are available to adults who are physically located in Colorado or Florida at the time of the session.
The goal of EMDR is to help people reprocess their traumatic memories so that they can function at their best in the present and future.
EMDR therapy can help you…
Fewer emotional triggers
Traumatic memories no longer feel as overwhelming or intrusive, leading to better emotional regulation.
A kinder self-image
Negative beliefs about yourself shift toward more empowering, adaptive thoughts, building self-worth and confidence.
Healthier relationships
Healing past trauma leads to more secure, compassionate connection, with better communication and intimacy.
Less anxiety & stress
As the emotional charge of past events settles, anxiety and stress become easier to manage.
Greater resilience
You develop healthier coping strategies and responses to life's challenges.
A restored sense of safety
You feel more at ease in your own body and your surroundings, with a greater sense of calm and security.
Clearer problem-solving
With old wounds healed, you can approach challenges with clarity, creativity, and confidence.
More presence
With the past no longer pulling at you, you can connect more fully with the present moment.
EMDR therapy offers a powerful path to healing, allowing you to break free from the past and embrace a future filled with clarity, peace, and emotional resilience. Through reprocessing traumatic memories, you can experience lasting change in your emotional well-being and relationships, and live more fully in the present.
S.D. · Orlando, FL
More client stories“I started therapy with Becky due to my worsening anxiety and panic attacks. Throughout our sessions Becky was able to pinpoint the root cause of my anxiety and prepared me for EMDR. Becky is an amazing person and made me feel safe during sessions, which enabled me to open up and process the emotions I felt after losing a very important person in my life. Without her, I would still be unable to drive or do basic tasks such as grocery shopping without an attack. She truly gave me my life back and I will forever be grateful for her!”
FAQs about EMDR Therapy
Have a question that isn't answered here? I'm happy to talk it through in a free consultation.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy approach that helps people process and heal from trauma and distressing life experiences by using bilateral stimulation, like eye movements, while focusing on a specific memory.
EMDR is believed to work by helping the brain reprocess traumatic memories, moving them from a "stuck," emotionally charged state to a more adaptive and integrated one. The memory stays, but it stops feeling like it's happening now.
EMDR is commonly used for PTSD, anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, and other trauma-related conditions. It's also helpful for negative beliefs about yourself that seem to have roots in earlier experiences.
Yes. EMDR is backed by extensive research and is recognized as an effective trauma treatment by organizations including the American Psychological Association (APA) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
The number of sessions varies depending on the complexity of what you're working on. Some people experience relief in a few sessions, while others benefit from several months of therapy. Therapy intensives can shorten that timeline for some clients.
EMDR can bring up intense emotions temporarily, but we build safety and coping skills first, and you are always in control of the pace. Each session closes with grounding so you leave feeling settled.
No. EMDR allows you to process trauma without sharing every detail, which can feel much safer for many clients.
EMDR is suitable for adults struggling with unresolved trauma or negative beliefs affecting their mental health. It's also effective for people who have tried other therapies without success.
EMDR can still work. It focuses on the emotions, body sensations, and negative beliefs linked to an experience rather than relying solely on clear memories.
Be open to the process, and share your readiness, concerns, and goals with me. We'll spend time in the preparation phase building resources before any processing begins.
EMDR is generally safe, but it can bring up strong emotions between sessions. Working with a trained, Certified EMDR therapist means you have support and tools to handle those reactions.
Yes. EMDR adapts well to secure telehealth, using on-screen eye movements, self-tapping, or alternating sounds. Early research suggests online EMDR can be as effective as in-person sessions. You'll need a private space and must be located in Colorado or Florida during the session.
EMDR Therapy by location
Online sessions are available anywhere in Colorado and Florida. Find details for your area.
Your healing can start here.
Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation. We'll talk about what's bringing you in and whether we're the right fit, gently, and with zero pressure.