EMDR Therapy in Round Rock
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Therapy for People Who Carry Too Much and Feel Too Alone
At Hope for the Journey, we specialize in EMDR and trauma-informed therapy tailored for individuals who’ve often felt misunderstood, overlooked, or dismissed in the past. We understand how exhausting it can be to carry the weight of unspoken pain, chronic stress, or emotional burnout on your own.
That’s why our team offers more than just therapy—we offer a space where you’re genuinely seen and supported. With a foundation rooted in compassion, clinical expertise, and a deep respect for your unique story, we’re here to help you discover meaningful, sustainable healing—on your terms.
Discover the transformative benefits of EMDR Therapy in Round Rock, TX
Hope For The Journey specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), a well-established and highly effective method for processing trauma that can deliver remarkable results faster than traditional talk therapy. EMDR can assist you in overcoming long-standing trauma, anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges, helping you to move forward in your life with more freedom.
Situated just north of Austin, TX, our team of highly experienced therapists is committed to offering compassionate, personalized care in a secure and supportive environment. Whether you seek relief from childhood traumas or aim to enhance your overall health and well-being, Hope For The Journey is here to guide you towards more freedom and fulfillment in your life.
Are you ready for that kind of care? If so, give Nia, our amazing Client Care Coordinator, a call or text today. She’s available Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 512-400-4790 x101
We'll reach out to you
Nia, our fabulous Client Care Coordinator, will contact you shortly to answer all your questions, help you find the best therapist, and get your appointment scheduled.
Map out your journey
Your first session (or two, if you need extra time) will be a thorough assessment (ie. lots of nosy questions 🥴), orientation to how things are run, and making a personalized plan for your treatment goals.
Start healing
Next you'll start your healing journey! Along the way, your therapist will be learning what works best for you & celebrating your progress. At treatment complete, our goal is for your life to be different because of your efforts.
Did You Know EMDR Helps With...
PTSD & Trauma
When we go through hard things, our brain can get “stuck,” like a scratched DVD.
EMDR helps your brain get “unstuck” so you don’t feel scared, angry, or sad all the time.
Relationship Issues
Sometimes, when we’ve been hurt before, it makes it hard to feel safe with people now.
EMDR therapy helps your brain work through those old hurts so they don’t keep getting in the way.
Anxiety & Panic
Anxiety can feel like your body is yelling “danger!” even when you’re safe.
EMDR therapy helps your brain figure out why those alarms are going off and gently turn them down.
Grief
Sometimes, grief feels stuck, overwhelming and it’s hard to move forward.
EMDR therapy helps your brain and heart work through the pain, little by little, so you don’t feel so overwhelmed.
Depression
Depression can make you feel like you’re not good enough or that things won’t ever get better.
EMDR helps your brain let go of old pain and remember what it feels like to have hope again.
Suicide & Self Harm
When life feels too hard, some people think about hurting themselves or wish they didn’t have to feel anything at all.
EMDR helps you feel safer, calmer, and more hopeful.
Clinical Director Katy Harmon, LCSW, EMDR, IFS Level I
Advanced Clinician Sophie Chudleigh, LCSW, EMDR
Advanced Clinician Heather Hammock, LMFT, EFT, EMDR, Sex Therapist
Senior Therapist Maegan Woytek, LPC, EMDR Certified
Traci W. Pirri, LCSW-S, Executive Director, EMDR Consultant
Advanced Clinician Shauna Diawaku, LPC, EMDR
Resident Clinician Oliver Papa, LPC-Associate, EMDR, Narrative Therapy
Bailey Pellissier, LMSW, EMDR (in training)
common questions
You’ve heard about EMDR and are curious, but also a little nervous. Does it work? What is it like? Is it like mind-control? Does it actually work online? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a proven, powerful tool. It helps heal trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and many other mental health issues. We know. It sounds like magic. I mean, is it possible to have a memory that’s haunted you your entire life suddenly feel farther away and not as important? The answer is yes (and no). EMDR is a short-term treatment model that can heal simple traumas in as little as 1-3 sessions. While it is powerful and often very effective, it is not magic. Instead, it is an 8-phased treatment model that is tailored to your needs. It may take many months or even years to complete. This will depend on if you are suffering from complex trauma or other complicated issues. EMDR therapy may be simple and fast or more complicated. Either way, our therapists at Hope For The Journey have got you covered.
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No. You won’t be hypnotized.
You will be in full control at all times. In fact, we’ll even teach you how to signal us to stop if needed.
You may have tried other counseling options before. You may have even tried EMDR before and not had great results. The benefits you receive from EMDR are a direct result of your therapist’s skills and training. Plus, your own readiness for treatment.
At Hope For The Journey, our EMDR therapists receive regular, ongoing consultation and training.
- EMDR Basic Training
- Follow Up Consultation towards EMDR Training
- Weekly Complex Trauma Consultation Group
- EMDR Certification
- EMDR Consultant Training
- FEEL
First, you’ll learn to identify and tolerate your emotions. This makes it safe & quite frankly is what most therapists skip or skimp, sometimes causing things to go badly.
2. HEAL
Next, you’ll dig into what is “driving the bus” with your anxiety, depression, or PTSD. Shift your thinking and take the negative charge out of the memories that shape your pain.
3. THRIVE
Now, you’ll put it all together and make real changes in your life and your relationships. This is where you get to celebrate how far you’ve come.
- Austin, Texas
- Round Rock, Texas
- Online Therapy for all of Texas
No. You won’t need to “white-knuckle” it through your worst memories.
Before we start working on memories, you will learn how to shift into a state of calm and safety fast.
We will also develop several “resources” to help you turn down the intensity of a memory if needed.
This is part of Phase Two of EMDR: Preparation. This phase might be pretty long, depending on how complex your history of trauma is.
Well…all therapy is leaning into things that are uncomfortable or painful. However, if we’re doing our job right and you’re feeling comfortable enough to be real about your experience, we will help you build the skills and confidence you need to tolerate the emotions before we dive into the deep stuff.
BLS can occur in many ways. This can may including eye movements, tapping, alternating tones in your ears, and more.
For kids, it might look like playing patty-cake or coloring on a piece of paper back and forth.
For online therapy, your therapist will likely instruct you how to tap below your shoulders, on your legs, or cheeks. Or, they might have you use an online program that assists you in doing eye movements or using tones.
EMDR therapy has a distinct beginning and end, unlike some therapies that can go on and on for years.
You know you’re done when you truly believe something positive about yourself. You can see it playing out in your reactions, your relationships, and your relaxed body. You feel different.