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A Safe Space for Healing
EMDR & Accelerated Resolution Therapy
At Allius Services, we understand the profound impact trauma and distressing memories can have on a person’s emotional, mental, and physical well-being. That’s why we offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)—two cutting-edge, evidence-based therapies designed to help you process trauma, reduce symptoms, and promote healing. Whether you're struggling with PTSD, anxiety, phobias, or other emotional challenges, EMDR and ART are both powerful tools in your journey toward recovery
What is EMDR ( Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)?
EMDR is a well-established therapy that helps individuals reprocess traumatic memories and distressing thoughts by using bilateral stimulation, typically through guided eye movements. The process helps the brain reprocess memories in a way that reduces the emotional charge and distress associated with them. Over time, the traumatic memory becomes less vivid, less triggering, and is more integrated into the person’s life narrative.
EMDR is particularly effective for those who have experienced significant trauma, including combat veterans, survivors of abuse, and individuals with PTSD. The therapy involves multiple phases of treatment, where clients are guided through a process of identifying and addressing troubling memories, cognitive distortions, and emotional blocks. During the process, the therapist uses eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation to help the brain reprocess the traumatic memories in a way that reduces their impact.
Book OnlineWhat is ART ( Accelerated Resolution Therapy)?
- ART, on the other hand, is a newer, faster therapy designed to produce rapid relief from trauma symptoms- often in as few 1 to 5 sessions. ART combines visual imagery techniques, relaxation strategies, and eye movements to help clints process distressing memories quickly and effectively. ART is recognized for its ability to address both the emotional and physiological aspects of trauma, making it holistic treatment option for clients seeking fast relief
ART doesn’t require clients to recount the traumatic event in detail. Instead, it uses guided visualization to reframe traumatic memories, replacing them with healthier, more positive images. This approach is gentle, collaborative, and tailored to the needs of each individual. Clients remain in control of the process, choosing how much detail they wish to share while receiving support from their therapist to process their emotions
Why choose EMDR or ART
Both EMDR and ART are backed by research and are widely used to treat a variety of issues, including:
- PTSD and trauma (combat-related, childhood abuse, accidents, etc.)
- Anxiety and Panic disorders
- Depression
- Phobias
- Addiction Recovery
- Grief and loss
- Chronic Pain Management
If you’re struggling with unresolved trauma, distressing memories, or emotional challenges, either EMDR or ART may be the solution you’ve been looking for. Both therapies provide quick, effective, and lasting relief, whether you’re dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, or other emotional issues.
To schedule a session, contact us at Allius Services. We're here to support you on your healing journey.
ALLIUS SERVICES SERVES CLIENTS ACROSS NANAIMO, PARKSVILLE, QUALICUM BEACH, LADYSMITH, CHEMAINUS, PORT ALBERNI, Victoria, AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS.