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EMDR Therapy · Faith Recovery Center
EMDR Therapy for Addiction & Trauma in Los Angeles, CA.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps process traumatic memories that often underlie substance use — without requiring you to describe every detail out loud.
- Trauma processing, not just talk
- Delivered by trained EMDR clinicians
- No detailed retelling required
- Most PPO insurance accepted
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What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR is a structured therapy that helps the brain process distressing or traumatic memories that haven't been fully resolved — memories that often continue to drive anxiety, shame, or substance use long after the original event.
Using guided bilateral stimulation (commonly side-to-side eye movements, alternating sounds, or taps) alongside a structured protocol, EMDR allows the brain to reprocess these memories so they carry less emotional charge, without requiring you to narrate every detail out loud.
Trauma left unaddressed
- Distressing memories continue to drive cravings and anxiety
- Substance use becomes a way to avoid unprocessed feelings
- Traditional talk therapy alone may feel slow or incomplete
- Re-telling the trauma in detail can feel re-traumatizing
EMDR at Faith Recovery
- Distressing memories are directly targeted and reprocessed
- Reduced emotional charge means fewer trauma-driven cravings
- A structured, evidence-based 8-phase protocol
- No requirement to verbally describe every detail of the trauma
How we apply it
Our EMDR approach to addiction and trauma.
Six clinical commitments shape how EMDR is delivered at Faith Recovery Center.
Stabilization First
Before any trauma processing begins, you build grounding and coping skills so you feel safe and resourced throughout the work.
Trained EMDR Clinicians
EMDR is delivered only by clinicians specifically trained in the protocol, following the standard 8-phase model.
Targeted Memory Processing
Specific distressing memories are identified and processed using guided bilateral stimulation, rather than open-ended discussion.
Paced to Your Readiness
Sessions move at a pace that respects your nervous system — you are never pushed faster than feels manageable.
Integrated With Addiction Care
EMDR is layered alongside medical care, CBT, and group therapy — addressing the trauma that often sits underneath substance use.
Ongoing Stabilization Support
Coping and grounding skills continue to be reinforced between and after EMDR sessions, not just during them.
How it works
The EMDR process used in your treatment plan.
EMDR follows a structured, evidence-based protocol developed and refined over decades of clinical research.
History & Stabilization
Your clinician reviews your history and ensures you have grounding and coping skills in place before any trauma processing begins.
What EMDR can help with.
EMDR is especially effective when trauma is connected to substance use or co-occurring mental health symptoms.
Substance Use Disorders
Mental Health & Co-Occurring
Continuum of care
EMDR integrated across each level of treatment.
Trauma processing is introduced once you're stable enough to engage with it safely.
Medical Detox
Stabilization and grounding work begins here; full EMDR processing typically starts once you're medically stable.
Residential Treatment
Individual EMDR sessions are scheduled within the structured residential program once you're ready to begin processing.
Outpatient & Aftercare
EMDR can continue part-time as ongoing trauma work alongside daily life.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
EMDR can be paired with MAT, addressing trauma alongside medical support for substance use.
Getting started
What to expect when you start EMDR at Faith Recovery.
Confidential Admissions Call
Our admissions team learns what's going on and discusses whether EMDR is appropriate as part of your treatment plan — confidentially.
Insurance Verification
We review your benefits confidentially so you understand your possible coverage before committing to anything.
Clinical Assessment & Stabilization
Your therapist assesses readiness and builds grounding skills before any trauma-focused processing begins.
EMDR Sessions Begin
Once stabilized, you begin structured EMDR sessions targeting specific memories connected to your trauma and substance use.
Why Faith Recovery
Why choose Faith Recovery Center for EMDR in Los Angeles?
Trauma-informed, clinically trained care delivered in a private, calm Beverly Hills setting.
Licensed addiction treatment program
Clinicians trained in the standard EMDR protocol
Stabilization-first approach to trauma work
Integrated with addiction and dual-diagnosis care
Paced to your individual readiness
Multiple levels of care in one private facility
Free, confidential insurance verification
Continuing care planning before discharge
Licensed & accredited
FAQ
EMDR therapy FAQ.
What does EMDR stand for?
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing — a structured therapy that helps the brain process distressing or traumatic memories.
Do I have to describe my trauma in detail during EMDR?
No. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR does not require you to verbally narrate every detail of the traumatic event.
How does EMDR relate to addiction treatment?
Many people use substances to cope with unresolved trauma. EMDR helps process the underlying memories so they carry less emotional charge, which can reduce trauma-driven cravings.
Is EMDR safe?
Yes, when delivered by a trained clinician following the standard protocol, with appropriate stabilization beforehand. Your readiness is carefully assessed before any processing begins.
How many EMDR sessions will I need?
This varies by individual and the number of memories being processed. Your clinician will discuss an estimated timeline based on your specific history.
Can EMDR be combined with other therapies?
Yes. EMDR is typically layered alongside CBT, group therapy, and medical care as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
Does insurance cover EMDR therapy?
Most PPO plans cover addiction and trauma treatment, including EMDR, as part of covered behavioral health services. We verify your specific benefits before admission, at no cost.
What happens after I finish EMDR sessions?
Your team builds a continuing care plan before you finish treatment, including options for ongoing trauma-focused therapy if needed.
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Our clinical team can help you understand your options, verify your insurance, and determine whether EMDR is the right fit for your treatment plan.