You Can Feel Better
Trauma leaves marks that don’t always show on the outside. Sleepless nights, overwhelming flashbacks, a body that feels stuck in old fear—all of these are echoes of experiences we didn’t choose, but still carry. For many, finding professional help can feel out of reach. That’s where my book, The Art of Self-EMDR for Trauma Recovery, comes in. I wanted people to have some tools to start the process on their own.
This book is a guide for anyone who wants to take healing into their own hands, gently and safely, using the principles of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is a well-researched, highly effective therapy method for processing trauma. Traditionally, it’s done with a therapist—but I wrote this book to give you tools to use at home, at your own pace, with practices designed for self-care and empowerment.
Why Self-EMDR?
When trauma happens, the brain can get stuck replaying old images and sensations. EMDR helps the nervous system reprocess those memories so they no longer feel like threats in the present.
Self-EMDR doesn’t replace professional therapy, but it does offer a way to:
Calm the body’s stress response through guided bilateral stimulation.
Gently revisit painful memories with techniques that lower distress.
Clear your thoughts so you can see what to do next.
Build resilience by anchoring yourself in safe, supportive inner images.
Reclaim a sense of choice and agency in your own healing journey.
Feel better about who you are.
For people who are waiting for therapy, between sessions, or simply curious about self-directed healing, this approach offers practical steps that can make a difference.
What You’ll Find in the Book
In The Art of Self-EMDR for Trauma Recovery, I walk you through:
Simple explanations of how trauma affects the brain and body.
Step-by-step instructions for using self-EMDR safely.
Worksheets and exercises to track your progress.
Creative tools like art and guided imagery to deepen healing.
Self-guided EMDR exercises for improving your performance in any sport, art form, or other activity.
Personal stories and insights drawn from my decades as a psychologist working with trauma survivors.
Every chapter is designed to be compassionate and practical—something you can pick up when you need it most.
Healing as an Ongoing Practice
Trauma recovery isn’t a one-time event. It’s an ongoing practice of tending to yourself, calming your nervous system, and allowing your story to shift into something less heavy. My hope is that this book helps you feel less alone, more capable, and more in touch with your own inner strength.
Whether you’re new to EMDR or already familiar with it, The Art of Self-EMDR for Trauma Recovery gives you accessible tools to begin (or continue) your journey. Healing takes courage, but you don’t have to wait for perfect circumstances to begin. You can start today—with small, safe steps.
The Art of Self-EMDR for Trauma Recovery is available now on Amazon.