Is EMDR right for me?

EMDR helps many people, especially with trauma and related anxiety, but it is not the only option. Your clinician will talk with you about whether it fits your situation and goals.

Do I have to relive what happened?

No. EMDR does not require you to describe events in detail, and the process is paced so you stay grounded and in control.

Can EMDR be done by telehealth?

In many cases yes, though your clinician will advise whether in person or telehealth is the better fit.

Does insurance cover EMDR?

EMDR is delivered as part of therapy, which most major Utah plans cover. We can confirm whether your insurance is accepted, and it is your responsibility to verify your coverage with your plan.

EMDR Therapy in Utah

EMDR is a structured, well-researched therapy that helps the brain process difficult memories that still feel raw, so they hold less power over your present. Roots Counseling offers EMDR with trained clinicians, in person in Cedar City and, where appropriate, by secure telehealth across Utah.

What EMDR is

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Some difficult experiences can get stuck, continuing to trigger distress long after the event. EMDR helps the brain reprocess those memories so they feel less overwhelming. It has strong research support for trauma and is recognized by the World Health Organization and the American Psychological Association.

What happens in EMDR

EMDR follows a structured, paced process. Early sessions focus on getting to know you and building a sense of safety and steadiness before any deeper work begins. When you are ready, your clinician guides you through short sets of gentle eye movements, or sometimes tapping or sounds, while you briefly bring a memory to mind. You stay grounded and in control, and you do not need to describe the memory in detail.

What EMDR can help with

EMDR is best known for post-traumatic stress, and it is also used for anxiety with traumatic roots, single-incident trauma such as an accident, grief, and phobias.

EMDR at Roots

We have clinicians trained in EMDR and can match you with someone who practices it.

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This information is general and is not a substitute for clinical advice. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or go to your nearest emergency room.