Online EMDR Therapy available across Australia and beyond

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Holding Space
Clinical Psychology Services

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    • What is EMDR Therapy?
    • How EMDR Works
    • Is EMDR Effective?
    • EMDR Therapy and sessions
    • Online EMDR Therapy
    • First EMDR Session
    • EMDR with Us
    • Is EMDR for Me?
    • What Helps EMDR Work Best
    • FAQ for EMDR
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    • Home
    • EMDR
      • EMDR
      • What is EMDR Therapy?
      • How EMDR Works
      • Is EMDR Effective?
      • EMDR Therapy and sessions
      • Online EMDR Therapy
      • First EMDR Session
      • EMDR with Us
      • Is EMDR for Me?
      • What Helps EMDR Work Best
      • FAQ for EMDR
    • Resources
    • Getting Started
    • About
    • Fees & Cancellation
    • Contact

  • Home
  • EMDR
    • EMDR
    • What is EMDR Therapy?
    • How EMDR Works
    • Is EMDR Effective?
    • EMDR Therapy and sessions
    • Online EMDR Therapy
    • First EMDR Session
    • EMDR with Us
    • Is EMDR for Me?
    • What Helps EMDR Work Best
    • FAQ for EMDR
  • Resources
  • Getting Started
  • About
  • Fees & Cancellation
  • Contact

Trauma is a fact of life. It does not, however, have to be a life sentence.


Peter A. Levine

EMDR

Healing, Integration, and Connection — From Anywhere You Are

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a proven, evidence-based therapy designed to help your brain process distressing memories, release stuck emotions, and support lasting change.


Whether you’re seeking relief from trauma, anxiety, grief, or patterns that keep you “stuck,” EMDR can help you reconnect with your inner calm, strength, and self-compassion.

What is EMDR?

EMDR is more than talk therapy. It’s a structured, step-by-step process that helps your brain reprocess painful memoriesand integrate them in a way that reduces emotional intensity.


On this page, you’ll discover:

  • The origins of EMDR
  • The eight-phase therapy structure
  • How EMDR can help with trauma, anxiety, and life challenges
  • Who can benefit from EMDR

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How EMDR Works — The Science Behind It

EMDR helps the brain digest experiences that feel “stuck”, using bilateral stimulation to encourage natural memory integration.


You’ll learn:

  • The role of working memory and REM-like processes in healing
  • How EMDR differs from traditional therapies
  • Why EMDR can feel efficient and surprisingly gentle
  • Simple analogies to make the neuroscience understandable

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Is EMDR Effective? (Research and Recognition)

EMDR is recognised worldwide for its effectiveness, especially for PTSD and trauma-related symptoms.


This page covers:

  • International research evidence
  • How EMDR compares with CBT, Prolonged Exposure, and medication
  • Evidence for online EMDR therapy
  • Professional recognition and guidelines supporting EMDR

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What Does EMDR Therapy Look Like?

Curious about what actually happens in a session? Here you’ll find:

  • A breakdown of the 8 phases of EMDR therapy
  • What to expect in reprocessing sessions
  • How EMDR sessions feel emotionally and physically
  • Tips to prepare and feel safe for each phase

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Online EMDR Therapy

Online EMDR therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy and allows you to heal from the comfort of home.

Learn about:

  • How online EMDR sessions are structured
  • The tools and bilateral stimulation methods adapted for Telehealth
  • Setting up a comfortable, private, and calming space
  • Research evidence supporting online EMDR
  • Tips for integration and self-care after your sessions

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Preparing for Your First EMDR Session

Taking the first step can feel big — this page helps you feel ready and empowered.


It covers:

  • Practical setup for online or in-person sessions
  • Emotional and bodily preparation
  • What your first session will involve (safety, pacing, and resource building)
  • How to care for yourself after each session

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EMDR with Us: A Relational, Integrative Approach

EMDR with us combines trauma-informed care, IFS, and attachment principles in a relational and compassionate way.


You’ll discover:

  • How therapy is paced to match your nervous system
  • The integration of parts work, somatic awareness, and relational attunement
  • How our relations;, integrative approach supports deep healing
  • Who can benefit from this gentle, integrative EMDR approach

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Is EMDR for Me?

Not sure if EMDR is the right fit? This page helps you self-identify and explore:

  • Who benefits most from EMDR
  • Signs you might be ready for reprocessing
  • Situations where stabilisation work is recommended first
  • How the first session helps you decide if EMDR is right for you

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What Helps EMDR Work Best

EMDR therapy is most effective when it happens in a space that feels safe, steady, and attuned to your pace. Research shows that healing deepens when preparation, trust, and gentle consistency are in place.


At Holding Space, we focus on helping your nervous system feel supported from the very start — through grounding tools, resourcing exercises, and a collaborative relationship that moves at your natural rhythm. You don’t have to push or retell painful memories for change to occur.


When science meets compassion, EMDR can help the brain process what once felt stuck — creating relief that lasts.

Learn what helps EMDR work best

FAQ: EMDR Common Questions Answered

Answers to all the questions clients commonly ask before starting EMDR, including:

  • How EMDR differs from other therapies
  • What sessions feel like and how many may be needed
  • Preparation for online sessions
  • Safety, emotional responses, and whether EMDR is suitable for you

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Address: Suite 3, 6 Geils Court, Deakin, ACT 2600

Email: support@hscps.au

Phone: 02 5115 1159

Fax: 02 6188 7368


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Fee Structure Update

We’ll be introducing a new fee structure (effective 1 Nov 2025) while maintaining our commitment to accessible therapy for all.


A two-month grace period (until 31 December 2025) applies only to the new session fees for active clients - those who has attended at least one session between 1 September and 31 October 2025, or who has completed the booking process on or before 31 October for an upcoming appointment.


Concession rates and surcharges will take effect immediately for all clients.


Thank you for your understanding and continued trust. We deeply value the space we create together.

Visit the Fees & Policies page for full details