Trauma can cause memories to get “stuck” or process incorrectly, triggering anxiety, flashbacks, or negative beliefs. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) uses gentle, rhythmic stimulation - like side-to-side eye movements or tapping - to help the brain reprocess these memories and reduce their emotional intensity.
This process engages key brain regions:
- The amygdala, which processes fear and threat
- The hippocampus, which helps store memories
- The prefrontal cortex, which helps with reasoning and emotion regulation
Together, these areas help you reprocess the memory, and file it away as something that happened - not something that’s still happening.
At Integrative Psych Miami, holistic psychiatry guides you through each step of your EMDR journey with care and expertise.
Our Miami psychiatrists help your brain do what it’s naturally built to do: process, heal, and move forward.
Our expert clinicians at Integrative Psych Miami are here to help you thrive.
Target and reprocess memories linked to trauma. Reduce symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance.
EMDR for Anxiety
Relieve physical tension and reframe distressing thoughts that fuel constant worry or fear.
EMDR for Negative Self-Image
Heal the root of thoughts like “I’m not good enough” or “It was my fault” and replace them with confidence.
EMDR for Grief or Loss
Move through stuck feelings and unresolved pain from sudden loss or life transitions.
Questions about EMDR? We got you.
→ Do I have to talk about everything that happened? Not in detail. EMDR lets your brain do the healing work without needing to retell every part of your trauma.
→ What does EMDR feel like? You’ll follow your therapist’s finger or use gentle taps as you think about a memory. Most people feel calmer and clearer after sessions.
→ Is EMDR backed by research? Yes. EMDR is recommended by the American Psychiatric Association, World Health Organization, and Department of Veterans Affairs for treating PTSD and trauma.
What our clients say
“I had such a positive experience at Integrative Psych. They really took the time to understand me and my needs — and helped me feel seen and heard.”
M. F.
Miami
"I was nervous to start therapy, but Integrative Psych Miami made it feel approachable and welcoming from day one. My therapist really listens, and for the first time in a long time, I feel like I’m making progress I can actually see."
D.A.
Coral Gables
“Between work stress and anxiety, I felt like I was constantly in survival mode. The team here helped me understand what was going on, and they gave me tools that actually work. It’s been a total game-changer for my daily life.”
Our Miami-based therapists understand the cultural and lifestyle factors that shape your experience- whether you're in Brickell, Coral Gables, Wynwood, or Little Havana.
Why Integrative Psych Miami?
• Conveniently located in Brickell, close to the Vizcaya Museum and University of Miami • Culturally attuned therapists • Flexible appointment times, including virtual care • Licensed in Forida with national credentials
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