What is EMDR therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based psychotherapy developed to help the brain process and heal from disturbing experiences.
Rather than only talking about the past, EMDR helps the nervous system reprocess traumatic memories so they lose their emotional intensity and no longer feel present in the body.

EMDR is recommended by organizations such as:

• The American Psychological Association

• The World Health Organization

• The VA/DoD clinical guidelines for trauma treatment

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What EMDR can help with

EMDR therapy is commonly used for:

• Trauma and PTSD

• Childhood abuse or neglect

• Narcissistic or emotionally abusive relationships

• Anxiety and panic

• Disturbing memories or intrusive thoughts

• Medical trauma or chronic pain experiences

• Grief and loss

If you’re unsure whether EMDR is right for you, we can discuss this during an initial consultation.

EMDR therapy at Waypoint Psychotherapy

At Waypoint, EMDR is provided within a calm, respectful, and non-religious therapeutic environment focused on safety, consent, and emotional pacing.

Our approach emphasizes:

• Careful preparation and stabilization

• Respect for your nervous system’s limits

• Integration of insight, meaning, and personal growth

• Collaboration rather than pressure

Many clients experience reduced emotional distress, improved sleep, and a greater sense of freedom from the past.

Insurance and location

Waypoint Psychotherapy is located in Kennesaw, just blocks from KSU serving clients from:

• Kennesaw

• Marietta

• Acworth

• Dallas

• Woodstock

• The greater Cobb County area

We accept many major commercial insurance plans (Ambetter, Aetna, Anthem, BC/BS, Cigna, UHC, Optum, Oscar, UMR) and also offer telehealth therapy throughout Georgia.

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If you’re ready to explore EMDR therapy in Kennesaw, we invite you to reach out.

Call, email, or request an appointment online to begin the process of healing from trauma and moving toward a more grounded and peaceful life.

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