Olip Therapy · Fareham & Portsmouth

Fast & Effective EMDR in Fareham & Portsmouth Hampshire

EMDR therapy in Fareham and online for trauma, PTSD and memories that still hurt. No need to go over every detail. Book your free 15 minute call today.

When something from the past will not stay in the past

Some experiences do not fade the way most memories do. A sound, a smell or a moment can bring them rushing back, and your body reacts as if it is happening all over again. You may have tried to push it away, or talk it through, and found it still has a hold on you.

EMDR therapy helps your mind finish processing what happened, so the memory loses its charge. You still remember it, but it no longer takes over. With an EMDR trained therapist in Fareham, or online, you can work through it safely and at your own pace.

A woman smiling during an EMDR therapy session in Fareham, Hampshire
You do not have to go over every detail. EMDR works without long, painful retelling.

How EMDR works

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing. While you briefly bring a memory to mind, your therapist guides your attention gently from side to side, a little like the light below.

Before

The memory is stuck

When something overwhelming happens, the brain can store it in a raw, unfinished way. That is why it can feel as if it is still happening.

During

Side to side

Following eye movements, taps or sounds from side to side helps your brain reprocess the memory, much as it does naturally during sleep.

After

It feels like the past

The memory is still there, but the distress around it settles. Many people describe it as finally feeling "over".

EMDR is recommended by NICE and the World Health Organization for post-traumatic stress.

What EMDR can help with

EMDR is best known for trauma and PTSD, but it can help with anything rooted in a difficult experience. People come to us from Fareham, Portsmouth, Southampton and Gosport with things like these.

Cannot see yours? See everything we work with, or just tell us on the free call.

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What happens in EMDR therapy

EMDR follows a clear structure, so you always know where you are. A single distressing memory often takes 3 to 6 sessions. More complex experiences can take longer, and your therapist will talk this through with you.

A woman talking with her EMDR therapist in a first session

Getting to know you

Your therapist learns what you would like to change and makes sure EMDR is right for you.

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Feeling safe first

Before any memory work, you learn calming techniques so you feel grounded and in control.

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Reprocessing

You briefly hold the memory in mind while following the side to side movements, at a pace you set.

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Moving forward

Your therapist checks how you feel, strengthens more helpful beliefs, and reviews your progress each time.

EMDR trainedTherapy with a qualified, EMDR trained therapist
£126 a sessionOr four sessions for £480
In person or onlineAt our Fareham rooms, or by secure video
No referral neededYou can book directly, no GP letter required

Not sure EMDR is the right fit?

You do not need to choose the therapy yourself. On the free call we will help you work out which approach suits you.

Questions about EMDR

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Still have a question? Call free on 0800 970 4776

Do I have to talk about what happened in detail?
No. One of the reasons many people choose EMDR is that it does not rely on retelling the whole story. You bring the memory briefly to mind, and your therapist guides the rest.
Is EMDR evidence-based?
Yes. EMDR is recommended by NICE and the World Health Organization for post-traumatic stress, and it has been widely researched for trauma and related difficulties.
How many EMDR sessions will I need?
A single distressing memory often takes 3 to 6 sessions. More complex or long-standing experiences can take longer. Your therapist will talk this through with you and review it as you go.
What does EMDR feel like?
Most people find it calmer than they expect. Feelings can come up while you work, but you stay in control, you can pause at any time, and your therapist makes sure you feel settled before each session ends.
Can I have EMDR online?
Yes. EMDR can be done by secure video, with the side to side movements shown on screen. You can also see your therapist in person at our rooms in Fareham, Hampshire.
How much does EMDR cost?
EMDR sessions are £126 each, or £480 for a block of four. Your first 15 minute call is free and commits you to nothing.
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Talk to an EMDR therapist, free for 15 minutes

Tell us a little about what is going on and we will help you decide whether EMDR is right for you, in Fareham or online.

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