EMDR Therapy
Reprocess trauma and rebuild a compassionate relationship with your authentic self.
Early trauma, negative self-beliefs and body image distress are often deeply entwined in the eating disorder experience. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy designed to reprocess distressing memories, release emotional pain, and interrupt harmful patterns that keep us stuck in cycles of restriction, bingeing, purging, or body dissatisfaction.
Whether you’re working through anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder (BED), body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), or food-related trauma, EMDR offers a structured, clinically validated approach to recovery.
+ reprocess distressing memories safely and effectively
+ reduce anxiety and internalised negative beliefs
+ improve emotional regulation and self-worth
Why EMDR?
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EDs can stem from early experiences of control, trauma, or body shaming. EMDR helps reprocess these memories safely.
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EMDR can decrease distress around food, weight, and appearance by shifting core beliefs.
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by addressing deep-seated fears, guilt, or trauma, EMDR can reduce bingeing, purging, and restrictive eating patterns.
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EMDR therapy fosters self-compassion, empowerment, and resilience, supporting long-term recovery.
What does the process look like?
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understand your ED history, past trauma, and triggers.
set personalised recovery goals to guide your therapy.
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identify key distressing memories connected to your eating disorder behaviours.
bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or sound cues) used to reprocess traumatic experiences.
cognitive restructuring to replace negative self-beliefs with self-acceptance and empowerment.
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Your therapist helps you process insights and emotions.
Self-regulation techniques provided to maintain progress between sessions.
FAQ
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EMDR is effective for individuals experiencing
eating disorders linked to trauma or childhood experiences (e.g., body shaming, abuse, neglect).
body image distress or obsessive negative thoughts about weight or appearance.
anxiety, guilt, or emotional eating patterns tied to past experiences.
compulsive or restrictive behaviours that feel ‘out of control’.
binge eating disorder (BED), bulimia nervosa (BN), anorexia nervosa (AN), or body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).
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most clients benefit from 6–12 sessions, though this varies depending on personal history and recovery goals.
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yes, we recommend EMDR and other therapies to be used alongside group therapy work with your Recovery Circle, which entitles you to meaningful discounts on all sessions and packages in our marketplace.
Pricing
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📍 initial introductory call — free
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📍 EMDR session – £300
💡 discounts available for Recovery Circle members
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📍 ketamine treatment combined with EMDR — £595
💡 combining somatic therapies with ketamine can greatly enhance the impact of both treatments.
Combine EMDR with ketamine therapy
