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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a proven treatment that helps people reduce or even eliminate the distress caused by traumatic memories. It is based on brain science for how memories are stored in the brain and body. Through EMDR, you can create new associations with traumatic memories to lessen the impact those memories have on your life.

During this treatment, you remain safe and in-charge as a licensed therapist guides you through recalling and re-associating your traumatic memories. Through eye movement or tapping, a therapist helps you lessen the emotional impact of stuck memories.

EMDR is primarily used to treat trauma and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), though some therapists may use it to treat conditions such as:

  • Fears and phobias
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Unhealthy relationship patterns
  • Panic attacks
  • Grief

Whether you are located in downtown West Des Moines, the suburbs of West Des Moines, other nearby places such as Urbandale, Ankeny, or anywhere else in Iowa, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

The Benefits of EMDR

EMDR is an evidence-based, proven therapy with several benefits, including:

  • Reduction in symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression
  • Cultivating a sense of resolution, or getting unstuck and moving on
  • Reducing fear
  • Processing events and feelings that have been hard to discuss

EMDR May Be the Right Fit For You

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is one of many types of therapy. Though EMDR is known to be effective for PTSD, it is starting to become more widely used for treating other mental health issues. It is best to talk to a licensed therapist to see if it could work for you.

If you aren’t sure what type of therapy is right for you, you can learn more about your options in our guide: What type of therapy is right for me?

Mental Health Match can help you find an experienced EMDR therapist in your area. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Kalen Zeiger
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I am a queer therapist who provides queer and gender-affirming mental health care, WPATH-based assessments for letters of support, &/or trauma-informed mental health support so that you can move forward in the way that works best for you.


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I am a queer therapist who provides queer and gender-affirming mental health care, WPATH-based assessments for letters of support, &/or trauma-informed mental health support so that you can move forward in the way that works best for you.

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As a queer person, I know queer clients often have trauma and have historically been harmed by the mental health field. That's why I use transparent and collaborative postmodern models to provide affirming, trauma-informed, strength-based care.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Gay
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  • Gender Dysphoria
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  • Gender Identity
  • Gender Non-Conforming
  • Gender Transition
  • Gender Transition in Families
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • LGBTQ Family Development
  • Nonbinary Gender Identity
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Queer
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma
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Dr. Corinne Smorra
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I provide a place you can reveal your thoughts and feelings without being concerned about a negative reaction. We work together over time to achieve the goals you desire, along with helping you become self-sufficient to deal with life’s curveballs.


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I provide a place you can reveal your thoughts and feelings without being concerned about a negative reaction. We work together over time to achieve the goals you desire, along with helping you become self-sufficient to deal with life’s curveballs.

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We will do a lot of work together, but my goal is to make “walking through” your uncomfortable moments more bearable. Sessions will begin with what is currently on your mind. Our work is a gradual and continuous, even outside of our sessions.

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  • Chronic Pain
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Kristen Mahannah
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Whatever your situation your mental health is important. Whether you have been in therapy before or just starting to manage your mental health, I would love to be apart of your journey. Please reach out to me to start the growing process.


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Whatever your situation your mental health is important. Whether you have been in therapy before or just starting to manage your mental health, I would love to be apart of your journey. Please reach out to me to start the growing process.

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I believe in person-centered therapy and seeing the person as a whole person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness and many other techniques are all a part of the toolbox I used to help you improve your mental health.

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  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity
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  • Mood Disorders
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
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  • Social Anxiety
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find strategies to learn, heal, and grow. We will find interventions that fit your life in order to create meaningful and lasting change.


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find strategies to learn, heal, and grow. We will find interventions that fit your life in order to create meaningful and lasting change.

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My work is evidence-based, unique, and creative. It is grounded in behavioral change, mindfulness, and traditional talk therapy, which is proven to effectively reduce trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, childhood behavioral disorders, and grief

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  • Developmental Disorders
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  • Parenting Children With ADHD
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Anna Jeseritz
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Talk about out the key concerns you have, notice patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will develop a plan individualized for you to decrease depression, anxiety or work through specific problems so that you can feel like yourself again.


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Talk about out the key concerns you have, notice patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will develop a plan individualized for you to decrease depression, anxiety or work through specific problems so that you can feel like yourself again.

Something to know about my approach is:

I know starting therapy isn't easy so I try to make it as comfortable as possible by being supportive and validating while you share your story. Then we will work together to determine your priorities and make sure we are on the same page.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Motherhood
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  • Professional Women
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