S.A.F.E. EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Trauma Treatment
Welcome!
There are many different reasons a person may experience trauma, but the underlying factor is the toll it takes on your everyday life and relationships. Trauma can be related to a single incident (such as a vehicle accident) or it can be complex, where there have been layers of relational difficulties, abuses, or grief.
S.A.F.E. EMDR is an evidence-based and non-intrusive trauma treatment that can relive trauma symptoms in as little as 2-3 reprocessing sessions. The mechanics behind EMDR involve bilateral stimulation (BLS), which simply means alternating between the two hemispheres of the brain through the use of sounds, tapping, or eye-movements. During BLS your therapist will gently support your brain’s natural ability to process a traumatic memory, which allows for the memory to be reprocessed (properly digested) giving way to symptom relief.
Your sense of physical and emotional safety throughout this process is our first priority. S.A.F.E. EMDR is the Somatic And Attachment focus we are able to provide throughout the EMDR process. This way we are able to take into consideration the early experiences and built in trauma responses you may have developed so we can work safely with them, rather than against them. We understand that trauma is a highly delicate experience. We utilize a variety of safety resources to promote a strong foundation to support the work you will do alongside your therapist.
EMDR is considered effective for a variety of concerns including:
PTSD
Phobias
Panic Attacks
Anxiety Disorders
Stress
Abuse
Grief
Addictions
Book a consultation to find out more about this approach and how it might be a good fit for you
Meet Your Therapists
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Cassia Tayler, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Cassia enjoys the great outdoors, creativity, the fine arts, travelling, and music, and is passionate about working with teens, individuals and couples in identifying barriers to wellness and creating lasting positive change.
Cassia is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists, and is a member of the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada. Cassia has training and experience in areas such as Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), intercultural issues, and Circle of Security - Parenting (COS-P). Cassia will be pursuing training in EMDR to better support clients who have experienced trauma.
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Chanae Smith, R. Psych.
Chanae is a wife and mother that enjoys traveling, eating good food, learning, and playing. Chanae works with children and adults to form healthier relationships within the context of their homes, schools, personal relationships and even in the wider society.
Chanae is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists, and is a member of the Psychologists Association of Alberta. With training in areas such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Theraplay Level 1, attachment theory, the neuroscientific perspective, trauma, and intercultural issues, Chanae is equipped to work with both children and adults, and is willing to help you navigate through some of life’s most challenging issues
Our Rates
Chanae is offering services at $200/50 minutes as per the PAA (Psychologists Association of Alberta) recommended fee schedule.
Cassia is currently offering services at $180/50 minute session as per the PAA (Psychologists Association of Alberta) recommended fee schedule.
We offer direct billing and/or receipts for those with insurance coverage. If you do not have insurance coverage and fees are a barrier to accessing our services, please ask us about your options.