--- title: EMDR Therapist Online | Trauma & PTSD | TX & WA | Heiser Counseling description: EMDR therapist available online across Texas & Washington. Evidence-based EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD, anxiety & grief. Private pay. Book a free consult. url: https://heisercounseling.com/services/emdr-therapy canonical: https://heisercounseling.com/services/emdr-therapy author: Destany Schadder, LPC, R-DMT, MA credentials: Destany Schadder, LPC, R-DMT, MA — EMDR-trained Licensed Professional Counselor location: Texas (telehealth) · Washington State (telehealth) practice: Heiser Counseling — 800 S. FM 1626, Suite 102, Buda, TX 78610 contact: destany@heisercounseling.com | 512-937-3991 --- # EMDR Therapist Online | Trauma & PTSD | TX & WA | Heiser Counseling > EMDR doesn't erase what happened. It changes how it's stored — so it stops hijacking your present, your reactions, and your sense of who you are. Destany is an EMDR therapist offering online sessions across Texas and Washington State. **Provider:** Destany Schadder, LPC, R-DMT, MA — EMDR-trained Licensed Professional Counselor **Location:** Texas (telehealth) · Washington State (telehealth) **Contact:** [destany@heisercounseling.com](mailto:destany@heisercounseling.com) | [512-937-3991](tel:5129373991) **Book:** [Request a free consult](https://heisercounseling.com/connect) --- ## What EMDR actually does EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a structured, evidence-based therapy originally developed for PTSD, now used effectively for anxiety, depression, grief, and more. As an EMDR therapist offering online sessions across Texas and Washington, Destany works with both single-incident trauma and the more complex, developmental kind. Some experiences get stored in the nervous system in a fragmented, unprocessed state. Instead of becoming an integrated memory, they stay 'live' — easily retrieved, emotionally charged, and still influencing how you see yourself and the world. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or sound) to help the brain process these experiences the way it processes normal memories — so they become part of the past, rather than the present. It's often combined with somatic therapy for clients whose trauma response is primarily held in the body. > "EMDR is endorsed by the WHO, the VA, and the American Psychiatric Association as a front-line treatment for PTSD." — Destany Schadder, LPC, R-DMT, MA --- ## Signs & Symptoms of EMDR Therapy - Trauma memories that feel current, not past - Emotional reactions that seem too big for the moment - Triggers you can't explain - PTSD symptoms - Stuck grief or loss - Beliefs about yourself that feel true but aren't **EMDR via telehealth:** EMDR is fully deliverable via telehealth using auditory or tactile bilateral stimulation. Research supports its effectiveness in the online format. --- ## Therapeutic Approaches for EMDR Therapy ### Trauma Reprocessing Process the memories and experiences that are driving current distress, so they lose their emotional charge. ### Negative Beliefs Address the core beliefs that formed around difficult experiences — 'I'm not safe,' 'I'm not enough,' 'It was my fault.' ### Resource Installation Build positive resources and capacities using the same bilateral stimulation — not just clearing, but building. --- ## What to Expect from EMDR Therapy Therapy **01 — Free Consult** We talk about what you're hoping to address and whether EMDR is the right fit. **02 — History & Preparation** Building the therapeutic relationship and internal resources before any processing begins. **03 — Reprocessing** Working through targeted memories and beliefs using bilateral stimulation. We go at your pace. **04 — Integration & Closure** Each session closes with stabilisation. Over time, shifts in the processing room show up in your daily life. --- ## Session Details - **Session length:** 50 minutes (extended sessions available) - **Format:** Telehealth (video) - **States served:** Washington & Texas - **Fee:** Private pay — superbill provided - **Frequency:** Weekly recommended for active processing --- ## Common Questions About EMDR Therapy Therapy ### How does EMDR work? The leading theory is that bilateral stimulation activates the brain's natural memory processing system (similar to REM sleep), allowing stuck memories to be fully integrated. ### Is EMDR effective? Yes. EMDR is one of the most researched therapeutic approaches for PTSD and is recommended by the WHO, VA, APA, and NHS. Research also supports its use for anxiety, depression, and grief. ### Do I have to talk about the trauma in detail? No. One of EMDR's significant advantages is that you don't need to narrate the event in detail for it to be processed. Many clients find this makes difficult material more approachable. ### How many sessions does EMDR take? Single-incident trauma can often shift in 6–12 sessions. Complex or developmental trauma takes longer — the preparation and stabilisation phases are more extensive. ### Can EMDR make things worse? Processing can feel emotionally intense. We build safety and resourcing before starting, and we never process material you're not resourced to handle. The process is collaborative and paced to you. ### Does EMDR work via telehealth? Yes. EMDR is fully deliverable online using auditory or tactile bilateral stimulation — tapping, audio tones, or the self-administered butterfly hug. Research supports its effectiveness via telehealth. Destany offers EMDR therapy online to clients across Texas and Washington State. --- ## About the Therapist **Destany Schadder, LPC, R-DMT, MA** is a Licensed Professional Counselor (Texas) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Washington State), and a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, somatic therapy, and EMDR, bringing a body-first approach to mental health treatment. Heiser Counseling is based in Austin, TX and offers telehealth services across Texas and Washington State. - [Learn more about Destany](https://heisercounseling.com/about) - [View all services](https://heisercounseling.com/services) - [Request an appointment](https://heisercounseling.com/connect)