EMDR Therapy in Sunderland and Northumberland

I offer EMDR therapy for children, teenagers and adults in Sunderland, with the option to work outdoors in a private woodland space in Longhorsley, Northumberland, within easy travel distance from Morpeth, Ponteland and Hexham.

EMDR can help when something feels stuck, whether that’s a past experience, anxiety, or a reaction that doesn’t seem to shift, no matter how much you try to manage it.

When something stays with you

You might notice:

• Feeling anxious or on edge without fully knowing why
• Certain situations triggering strong emotional or physical reactions
• Memories that feel close, even if they happened a long time ago
• Avoiding things that remind you of what happened
• Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself

Sometimes it’s linked to something specific. Other times, it’s harder to pinpoint.

What EMDR can help with

EMDR can be particularly helpful for:

• Medical trauma or difficult health-related experiences
• One-off traumatic incidents, such as car accidents
• Anxiety and panic
• Phobias and specific fears
• Grief and loss
• Childhood experiences that still feel present
• Situations that continue to affect how you feel or react

EMDR is an evidence-based approach recommended for trauma and distressing experiences. 

How EMDR works

EMDR helps the brain process experiences that feel stuck, so they can be stored in a way that feels less intense and more manageable.

You don’t need to talk through everything in detail. We work gently and at your pace, with a focus on helping you feel safe and supported throughout.

Over time, many people notice that things feel less overwhelming, and reactions begin to settle.

Outdoor EMDR therapy

For some people, working outdoors can make EMDR feel easier.

Sessions can take place in a private woodland space in Northumberland, where there is more space, less pressure, and a quieter environment. Being outdoors can help you feel more settled in your body, making it easier to stay present during EMDR.

Outdoor EMDR can be particularly helpful if:

• You feel overwhelmed in a therapy room
• You find it hard to sit face-to-face
• You feel more comfortable being outside
• You want a less clinical environment

EMDR for children and teenagers

EMDR is adapted for children and young people using creative, age-appropriate approaches such as drawing, storytelling and movement.

This means they don’t need to explain everything in words for therapy to help.

A flexible way of working

Sessions can take place in Sunderland, outdoors in Northumberland, or as a combination of both.

This allows therapy to adapt to what feels most manageable for you or your child.

Getting started

If something feels stuck, overwhelming, or difficult to shift, you’re welcome to get in touch.

I offer a free 20-minute consultation to talk things through and see whether EMDR feels like the right support.