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EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

EMDR therapy in Center City, Philadelphia. Virtual EMDR therapy sessions are available across Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Our expert EMDR therapists in Philadelphia are here to help you live happily in the present.

It shouldn’t be so hard to live in the present.

When you are anxious, living in the present feels impossible—fear of judgment or rejection holds you back, leaving you stuck in self-doubt and unable to move forward. Trapped by past experiences, you’re bound by anxious patterns, overwhelmed and unable to let go. It’s exhausting to be constantly in your head, longing for peace you can’t seem to find.

At Growth thru Change, we provide anxiety therapy so you can break free from the grip of anxiety, empowering you to embrace authenticity, let go of the past, and thrive in the present.

I don’t want my past to hold me back.

The memories you’ve tried to move past still show up uninvited, through flashbacks, body tension, or sudden waves of emotion. Even when life is calm, a sound, smell, or thought can pull you right back into the moment it all happened. You want to live in the present, but the past keeps intruding, making it hard to feel safe or in control.

At Growth thru Change, we offer EMDR therapy to help you process and release the weight of those memories, so you can reclaim your peace and move forward with confidence.

EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

EMDR Therapy Can Help You:

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What Is EMDR Therapy?

At Growth thru Change, our EMDR therapy is grounded in the belief that healing from trauma involves both the mind and the body. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based approach designed to help you process distressing memories, reduce emotional intensity, and reframe negative beliefs. This method works by engaging the brain’s natural healing processes, allowing past experiences to be stored in a healthier, more adaptive way. While EMDR is a primary modality, we integrate it with complementary approaches such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic practices, and psychodynamic insight work to address both the emotional and physiological impacts of trauma. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you can release the weight of the past, restore a sense of balance, and move forward with clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.

EMDR Therapy Is Helpful In Treating:

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Types Of Therapies That Can Be Combined with EMDR Treatment in Philadelphia

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT works well with EMDR by addressing unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that may linger even after traumatic memories are reprocessed. While EMDR reduces the emotional charge of past events, CBT helps you challenge and replace distorted thinking patterns, supporting more balanced and adaptive responses in daily life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT complements EMDR by providing skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation. These tools help you remain grounded during EMDR sessions, especially when processing intense or complex memories, ensuring the reprocessing work feels safe and manageable.

Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychodynamic approaches can deepen EMDR work by uncovering unconscious patterns and early life experiences that influence current behavior. This insight helps connect the dots between past wounds and present triggers, enriching the meaning and integration that EMDR reprocessing brings.

Somatic Experiencing (SE)

SE can be paired with EMDR to address trauma stored in the body. While EMDR focuses on memory reprocessing, SE gently releases physical tension and stored stress responses, creating a more complete mind-body healing process.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

MBSR supports EMDR therapy by cultivating present-moment awareness and a calm mental state. This grounding practice can help you navigate EMDR sessions with less reactivity and greater self-compassion, aiding the integration of emotional shifts after treatment.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

IFS integrates with EMDR by helping you connect with and heal “parts” of yourself that carry trauma. While EMDR reprocesses specific memories, IFS supports compassionate dialogue between your inner parts, leading to deeper emotional resolution and self-acceptance.

Group Therapy

Group therapy can be used alongside EMDR to provide community support and shared understanding. The reprocessing done in EMDR can be reinforced by the encouragement, validation, and perspective offered in a group setting.

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Meet Your EMDR Therapist!

“I help individuals heal from trauma, emotional distress, and unhelpful patterns by identifying root causes. My approach is through guiding integration through EMDR and other modalities, restoring balance, connection, and deeper self-understanding.”

At Growth thru Change, Eriach Fox is our EMDR trained therapist who provides compassionate care. He brings clinical skill and trauma-informed care to every session, offering his clients a safe space to process, heal, and move forward from their past or distressing experiencing.

Eriach Fox is the best fit for you, because:

Certified in EMDR Therapy
Experienced in Treating Complex Trauma
Trained in Nervous System Regulation
Creates a Safe, Judgment-Free Space
Focuses on Long-Term Healing
Trauma-Informed, Compassion-Driven Approach

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Match With a Therapist Who Understands You

Our team of skilled and certified therapists will work with you to support your treatment needs. If you want to seek other therapies other than EMDR, visit our therapist page to learn more about each team member. In-person mental health therapy in City Center, Philadelphia, with online appointments across Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Katharine Berg

Licensed Clinical Social Work

Dr. Sophia Brandstetter

LCSW, PSYD

Charlie Burditt

Licensed Associate Counselor

Elizabeth Purdy

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Megan Lederman

Licensed Professional Counselor

Sarah Lobb

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Our Approach | Therapy in Philadelphia

How Therapy At Growth thru Change Works

1. Start Where You Are

We meet you where you’re at, without judgment. This is about understanding what’s going on in your life and what’s bringing you here so you can begin to take that first step, at your own pace.

2. Understand the Patterns

Together, we’ll examine what’s beneath the surface—whether it’s long-standing struggles or recent challenges.

3. Dig Deeper Together

Therapy isn’t just about addressing surface-level issues; it’s about understanding the root cause. We will work with you to get to the heart of what’s been holding you back.

4. Move Forward with Support

As you apply new tools and perspectives, we’re here for continued support and real talk, celebrating your progress along the way and adapting as your needs evolve.

5. Create Lasting Change

We focus on making meaningful progress that feels authentic to you. Therapy isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about building the tools and resilience to navigate life’s complexities in a sustainable and realistic way.

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Frequently Asked Questions About EMDR Therapy

What is EMDR therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a structured, evidence-based approach designed to help people heal from traumatic memories and distressing experiences. It uses bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, tapping, or sounds, to help the brain reprocess stuck memories so they no longer trigger intense emotional or physical reactions. Over time, EMDR helps you view past events with more clarity and less distress, allowing you to live more fully in the present.

How do I know if EMDR therapy is right for me?

EMDR therapy may be a good fit if you experience distress linked to past events, struggle with flashbacks, nightmares, or body tension tied to trauma, or notice certain triggers repeatedly disrupt your daily life. It’s also effective for phobias, grief, and anxiety rooted in unresolved experiences. If you’ve tried other therapies without lasting results, EMDR’s focus is on directly reprocessing memories, rather than just talking about them.

Does EMDR therapy really work?

Yes, EMDR therapy is supported by decades of research and recommended by leading organizations such as the World Health Organization and the American Psychiatric Association for trauma treatment. Many clients notice meaningful changes in just a few sessions. EMDR doesn’t erase memories; it changes the way they’re stored in your brain so they no longer carry the same emotional weight. This allows you to respond to current situations with greater calm, safety, and clarity.

Why can’t I just “move on” from my trauma?

Traumatic memories are often stored differently in the brain than other experiences, which is why they can feel as vivid and emotionally charged as the day they happened. These memories can become “stuck,” preventing you from processing them in a healthy way. Simply trying to forget or ignore them rarely works and can even make symptoms worse. EMDR therapy helps your brain reprocess these memories so they lose their ability to overwhelm you.

How long will it take to see results with EMDR therapy?

Every person’s healing process is unique. Some people notice shifts after a few sessions, while others may need more time, depending on the complexity of their history and the number of memories being addressed. EMDR therapy focuses on creating lasting change rather than quick, temporary relief. Each session is structured to move you toward reducing distress, building emotional resilience, and reclaiming a sense of safety and control.

Can EMDR therapy be combined with other treatments?

Yes, EMDR therapy can be used alongside other therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or mindfulness-based practices. It can also be integrated into treatment plans that include medication or alternative therapies. For clients in our care, we tailor EMDR to fit their specific needs, ensuring it complements and enhances other strategies they’re using to heal.

Is EMDR usually covered by insurance?

We do not accept insurance for EMDR therapy. While this means you are responsible for the session fee, it also allows us to protect your privacy in a way that insurance cannot. Insurance companies require detailed information to approve reimbursement, such as your mental health diagnosis, the frequency of your sessions, your treatment goals, and sometimes even progress reports. By not involving insurance, your therapy remains fully confidential, and you retain control over your treatment without outside oversight.

How much does a typical EMDR session cost?

Our EMDR therapy sessions are $175 each, which is on the lower end compared to rates in cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles. This fee reflects our commitment to making high-quality trauma treatment more accessible while maintaining the time, expertise, and care each session requires. We believe your healing should be shaped by your needs, not by insurance limitations, so your sessions are tailored entirely to your pace and goals.

Have other questions?

Get in touch with Growth thru Change.

EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

Possible Outcomes You May Experience With EMDR Therapy

With consistent use of the tools and strategies from EMDR therapy, you will gradually experience the following benefits:

Recall past events with a sense of distance and perspective
Sleep deeply and wake feeling more rested
Enter familiar situations without the shadow of fear
Speak openly about your experiences with calm and clarity
Handle challenges with steady emotional balance
Move through daily life without sudden trauma reminders
Strengthen relationships through openness and trust
Hold your past as part of your story, not a burden
Experience each day with more presence and freedom

EMDR therapy helps you heal from the past and live with greater peace and resilience.

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LOCATIONS

Center City
1625 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
East Falls
3580 W Indian Queen Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19129

Virtual therapy sessions are available across Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Growth Thru Change

EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

EMDR therapy in Center City, Philadelphia. Virtual EMDR therapy sessions are available across Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Our expert EMDR therapists in Philadelphia are here to help you live happily in the present.

Feel & live in the present

Build genuine connections

Create resilience & emotional stability

It shouldn’t be so hard to live in the present.

At Growth thru Change, we provide anxiety therapy so you can break free from the grip of anxiety, empowering you to embrace authenticity, let go of the past, and thrive in the present.

I don’t want my past to hold me back.

At Growth thru Change, we offer EMDR therapy to help you process and release the weight of those memories, so you can reclaim your peace and move forward with confidence.

EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

EMDR Therapy Can Help You:

Philadelphia EMDR Therapy

What Is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR Therapy Is Helpful In Treating:

EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

Types Of Therapies That Can Be Combined with EMDR Treatment in Philadelphia

Get Started Today with EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

Real Support for Real Change

Meet Your EMDR Therapist!

Other Therapists In Philadelphia

Match With a Therapist Who Understands You

Katharine Berg

Dr. Sophia Brandstetter

Charlie Burditt

Elizabeth Purdy

Megan Lederman

Sarah Lobb

Our Approach | Therapy in Philadelphia

How Therapy At Growth thru Change Works

EMDR Therapy In Philadelphia

Frequently Asked Questions About EMDR Therapy

EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

Possible Outcomes You May Experience With EMDR Therapy

A trusted name in healing journeys

Stories from Our Clients

therapy in Philadelphia

Get Started With Growth thru Change in Philadelphia

EMDR Therapy in Philadelphia

Growth thru Change

Our experienced EMDR therapists are here to help you heal and move forward with confidence.