EMDR Therapy in Bristol
EMDR Therapy in Bristol
EMDR Therapy in Bristol
When something that happened in the past still affects how you feel, think or respond, EMDR in Bristol can provide a way to work through it. This may show up as distressing memories, feeling constantly on edge, or avoiding situations that remind you of what happened.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy at Towards helps people process distressing experiences so they have less impact on everyday life. We offer EMDR from our Hub on White Ladies Road in Redlands, close to the University of Bristol, as well as online. Our therapists are accredited by the BABCP, BACP, BPS or HCPC, and appointments are typically available within one week of getting in touch.
Speak with a therapist. Your first session is free
When something that happened in the past still affects how you feel, think or respond, EMDR in Bristol can provide a way to work through it. This may show up as distressing memories, feeling constantly on edge, or avoiding situations that remind you of what happened.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy at Towards helps people process distressing experiences so they have less impact on everyday life. We offer EMDR from our Hub on White Ladies Road in Redlands, close to the University of Bristol, as well as online. Our therapists are accredited by the BABCP, BACP, BPS or HCPC, and appointments are typically available within one week of getting in touch.
Speak with a therapist. Your first session is free
When something that happened in the past still affects how you feel, think or respond, EMDR in Bristol can provide a way to work through it. This may show up as distressing memories, feeling constantly on edge, or avoiding situations that remind you of what happened.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy at Towards helps people process distressing experiences so they have less impact on everyday life. We offer EMDR from our Hub on White Ladies Road in Redlands, close to the University of Bristol, as well as online. Our therapists are accredited by the BABCP, BACP, BPS or HCPC, and appointments are typically available within one week of getting in touch.
Speak with a therapist. Your first session is free
Is EMDR the right approach for what you're experiencing?
Is EMDR the right approach for what you're experiencing?
Is EMDR the right approach for what you're experiencing?
Not everyone arrives here already certain EMDR is right for them, and you don't need to be. What matters more is whether what you're experiencing fits the kind of difficulty EMDR was developed for.
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that is particularly effective for people who have experienced a trauma or other distressing life event.
People come to us with intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, a heightened startle response, and avoidance of places or situations linked to what happened. Others describe a general sense of being unsafe that doesn't match their current circumstances. Some have a clear single incident in mind. Others have a harder time pointing to one moment and instead notice the effects in strained relationships, difficulty trusting, or feeling permanently on guard.
If any of this sounds familiar, that's enough reason to talk to us. A member of our team will help you work out whether EMDR fits, or whether a different approach might serve you better in a free 50-minutes assessment session.
Not everyone arrives here already certain EMDR is right for them, and you don't need to be. What matters more is whether what you're experiencing fits the kind of difficulty EMDR was developed for.
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that is particularly effective for people who have experienced a trauma or other distressing life event.
People come to us with intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, a heightened startle response, and avoidance of places or situations linked to what happened. Others describe a general sense of being unsafe that doesn't match their current circumstances. Some have a clear single incident in mind. Others have a harder time pointing to one moment and instead notice the effects in strained relationships, difficulty trusting, or feeling permanently on guard.
If any of this sounds familiar, that's enough reason to talk to us. A member of our team will help you work out whether EMDR fits, or whether a different approach might serve you better in a free 50-minutes assessment session.
Not everyone arrives here already certain EMDR is right for them, and you don't need to be. What matters more is whether what you're experiencing fits the kind of difficulty EMDR was developed for.
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that is particularly effective for people who have experienced a trauma or other distressing life event.
People come to us with intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, a heightened startle response, and avoidance of places or situations linked to what happened. Others describe a general sense of being unsafe that doesn't match their current circumstances. Some have a clear single incident in mind. Others have a harder time pointing to one moment and instead notice the effects in strained relationships, difficulty trusting, or feeling permanently on guard.
If any of this sounds familiar, that's enough reason to talk to us. A member of our team will help you work out whether EMDR fits, or whether a different approach might serve you better in a free 50-minutes assessment session.
What happens before therapy begins
What happens before therapy begins
What happens before therapy begins
We don't move straight into treatment without understanding your situation first. Your first contact with us is a conversation, not a commitment. One of our therapists will talk through what's brought you here, what you've noticed, and what you're hoping will change. If you're unsure whether EMDR is the right approach, we'll help you make an informed decision about what is most likely to help.
From there, if EMDR is a good fit, your therapist will explain how it works in practice and agree a plan with you, including pace. Some people want to move through this work steadily. Others need more time to build a sense of safety and stability first. You'll always be involved in decisions about the pace of your therapy.
We don't move straight into treatment without understanding your situation first. Your first contact with us is a conversation, not a commitment. One of our therapists will talk through what's brought you here, what you've noticed, and what you're hoping will change. If you're unsure whether EMDR is the right approach, we'll help you make an informed decision about what is most likely to help.
From there, if EMDR is a good fit, your therapist will explain how it works in practice and agree a plan with you, including pace. Some people want to move through this work steadily. Others need more time to build a sense of safety and stability first. You'll always be involved in decisions about the pace of your therapy.
We don't move straight into treatment without understanding your situation first. Your first contact with us is a conversation, not a commitment. One of our therapists will talk through what's brought you here, what you've noticed, and what you're hoping will change. If you're unsure whether EMDR is the right approach, we'll help you make an informed decision about what is most likely to help.
From there, if EMDR is a good fit, your therapist will explain how it works in practice and agree a plan with you, including pace. Some people want to move through this work steadily. Others need more time to build a sense of safety and stability first. You'll always be involved in decisions about the pace of your therapy.
Choosing between online and face-to-face sessions
Choosing between online and face-to-face sessions
EMDR is available both online and in person at our Bristol Hub, and neither is a lesser option. Many people find in-person sessions preferable for this kind of work, while others prefer the familiarity and convenience of meeting from home. Your therapist can talk through the practical differences with you, but the decision is ultimately yours, and you're not locked into one format throughout therapy.
How quickly can I be seen?
Long waiting times are one of the most common reasons people delay starting therapy, often staying stuck for longer than necessary. Appointments are typically available within one week of getting in touch, rather than the months-long waits many people experience elsewhere.
EMDR is available both online and in person at our Bristol Hub, and neither is a lesser option. Many people find in-person sessions preferable for this kind of work, while others prefer the familiarity and convenience of meeting from home. Your therapist can talk through the practical differences with you, but the decision is ultimately yours, and you're not locked into one format throughout therapy.
How quickly can I be seen?
Long waiting times are one of the most common reasons people delay starting therapy, often staying stuck for longer than necessary. Appointments are typically available within one week of getting in touch, rather than the months-long waits many people experience elsewhere.
EMDR is available both online and in person at our Bristol Hub, and neither is a lesser option. Many people find in-person sessions preferable for this kind of work, while others prefer the familiarity and convenience of meeting from home. Your therapist can talk through the practical differences with you, but the decision is ultimately yours, and you're not locked into one format throughout therapy.
How quickly can I be seen?
Long waiting times are one of the most common reasons people delay starting therapy, often staying stuck for longer than necessary. Appointments are typically available within one week of getting in touch, rather than the months-long waits many people experience elsewhere.
How we match you with the right therapist
How we match you with the right therapist
Matching at Towards isn't a case of picking a name from a list and hoping for the best. A member of our team, or one of our therapists, will talk through what you're experiencing and what's likely to help. Then match you with someone whose training and experience genuinely fits your situation.
All our therapists are accredited by BABCP, BACP, BPS or HCPC. For EMDR specifically, that means working with a therapist who has completed recognised EMDR training. A therapist who understands how to pace this kind of work safely, not simply someone who has read about the technique.
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What if EMDR isn't the right fit after all
What if EMDR isn't the right fit after all
What if EMDR isn't the right fit after all
Sometimes it becomes clear during assessment, or even partway through treatment, that a different approach would serve you better. That's not a failure of the process. We offer CBT, counselling, ACT and other evidence-based therapies alongside EMDR. If your therapist thinks a different approach would help more, that conversation happens with the same team, not by starting again somewhere new.
Sometimes it becomes clear during assessment, or even partway through treatment, that a different approach would serve you better. That's not a failure of the process. We offer CBT, counselling, ACT and other evidence-based therapies alongside EMDR. If your therapist thinks a different approach would help more, that conversation happens with the same team, not by starting again somewhere new.
Sometimes it becomes clear during assessment, or even partway through treatment, that a different approach would serve you better. That's not a failure of the process. We offer CBT, counselling, ACT and other evidence-based therapies alongside EMDR. If your therapist thinks a different approach would help more, that conversation happens with the same team, not by starting again somewhere new.
What support looks like throughout therapy
What support looks like throughout therapy
What support looks like throughout therapy
Therapy doesn't stop being useful the moment a session ends, particularly with trauma-related work where things can surface unexpectedly between appointments. That's why we offer secure chats with your therapist between sessions, so you're not left managing everything alone until your next appointment.
We also don't limit therapy to a fixed number of sessions decided in advance. Progress with EMDR varies from person to person, and your therapist will review how things are going with you regularly. Plans will be adjusted as needed rather than working to an arbitrary end date.
Therapy doesn't stop being useful the moment a session ends, particularly with trauma-related work where things can surface unexpectedly between appointments. That's why we offer secure chats with your therapist between sessions, so you're not left managing everything alone until your next appointment.
We also don't limit therapy to a fixed number of sessions decided in advance. Progress with EMDR varies from person to person, and your therapist will review how things are going with you regularly. Plans will be adjusted as needed rather than working to an arbitrary end date.
Therapy doesn't stop being useful the moment a session ends, particularly with trauma-related work where things can surface unexpectedly between appointments. That's why we offer secure chats with your therapist between sessions, so you're not left managing everything alone until your next appointment.
We also don't limit therapy to a fixed number of sessions decided in advance. Progress with EMDR varies from person to person, and your therapist will review how things are going with you regularly. Plans will be adjusted as needed rather than working to an arbitrary end date.
Why choose Towards for EMDR in Bristol
Why choose Towards for EMDR in Bristol
Why choose Towards for EMDR in Bristol
Choosing where to have trauma therapy is a delicate decision, and we don't expect you to take our word for it without understanding how we work.
Short waiting times. Appointments are available within a week.
EMDR-trained, accredited therapists, matched to your situation through a proper assessment, not a directory.
In-person and online sessions, from our Hub on White Ladies Road or from wherever suits you.
Transparent pricing, agreed before you commit to anything.
No arbitrary session limits. Therapy continues for as long as it's useful.
Secure chat with your therapist between sessions, so support doesn't stop when the session ends.
A judgement-free environment. Whatever happened, and however long ago, you won't be asked to justify why it still affects you.
Support for teenagers processing distressing experiences too, through our child and adolescent therapy services.
We're part of the Bristol community, not simply a name attached to the city. Our Hub sits among the university, local shops and cafes of Redlands. Many of the people we see are studying, working or raising families nearby.
Choosing where to have trauma therapy is a delicate decision, and we don't expect you to take our word for it without understanding how we work.
Short waiting times. Appointments are available within a week.
EMDR-trained, accredited therapists, matched to your situation through a proper assessment, not a directory.
In-person and online sessions, from our Hub on White Ladies Road or from wherever suits you.
Transparent pricing, agreed before you commit to anything.
No arbitrary session limits. Therapy continues for as long as it's useful.
Secure chat with your therapist between sessions, so support doesn't stop when the session ends.
A judgement-free environment. Whatever happened, and however long ago, you won't be asked to justify why it still affects you.
Support for teenagers processing distressing experiences too, through our child and adolescent therapy services.
We're part of the Bristol community, not simply a name attached to the city. Our Hub sits among the university, local shops and cafes of Redlands. Many of the people we see are studying, working or raising families nearby.
Choosing where to have trauma therapy is a delicate decision, and we don't expect you to take our word for it without understanding how we work.
Short waiting times. Appointments are available within a week.
EMDR-trained, accredited therapists, matched to your situation through a proper assessment, not a directory.
In-person and online sessions, from our Hub on White Ladies Road or from wherever suits you.
Transparent pricing, agreed before you commit to anything.
No arbitrary session limits. Therapy continues for as long as it's useful.
Secure chat with your therapist between sessions, so support doesn't stop when the session ends.
A judgement-free environment. Whatever happened, and however long ago, you won't be asked to justify why it still affects you.
Support for teenagers processing distressing experiences too, through our child and adolescent therapy services.
We're part of the Bristol community, not simply a name attached to the city. Our Hub sits among the university, local shops and cafes of Redlands. Many of the people we see are studying, working or raising families nearby.
What to expect if you decide to go ahead
What to expect if you decide to go ahead
What to expect if you decide to go ahead
Once you get in touch, a member of our team will arrange an initial conversation, either by phone or in person. This is where we understand what's brought you here and, if EMDR looks right, we'll match you with a therapist and agree on the first steps together. There's no lengthy form to complete beforehand and no pressure to commit to anything before that first conversation happens.
Once you get in touch, a member of our team will arrange an initial conversation, either by phone or in person. This is where we understand what's brought you here and, if EMDR looks right, we'll match you with a therapist and agree on the first steps together. There's no lengthy form to complete beforehand and no pressure to commit to anything before that first conversation happens.
Once you get in touch, a member of our team will arrange an initial conversation, either by phone or in person. This is where we understand what's brought you here and, if EMDR looks right, we'll match you with a therapist and agree on the first steps together. There's no lengthy form to complete beforehand and no pressure to commit to anything before that first conversation happens.
Why Towards is different
Every Towards therapist is:
● Qualified and accredited by professional bodies (BABCP, BACP, UKCP).
● Carefully selected for the skills and traits linked to the best client outcomes.
● Supported through weekly clinical supervision and ongoing training to maintain excellence.
Research shows that not all qualified therapists achieve the same results. That’s why we invest in rigorous selection, monitoring, and development, so you know you’re in safe hands.
If you're worried this isn't "serious enough"
Many people delay reaching out because they're not sure their experiences count as trauma, or worry someone will tell them they're overreacting. We don't work that way. If something continues to affect how safe, calm or in control you feel day to day, that's a reason to talk to someone, regardless of how the experience itself would be judged by anyone else.
If you're currently in crisis or unable to keep yourself safe, please contact your GP, NHS 111, or the emergency services. Towards is not a crisis service, though we can support you as part of your ongoing care once you're safe.
Many people delay reaching out because they're not sure their experiences count as trauma, or worry someone will tell them they're overreacting. We don't work that way. If something continues to affect how safe, calm or in control you feel day to day, that's a reason to talk to someone, regardless of how the experience itself would be judged by anyone else.
If you're currently in crisis or unable to keep yourself safe, please contact your GP, NHS 111, or the emergency services. Towards is not a crisis service, though we can support you as part of your ongoing care once you're safe.
Book your first session. It is free.
Book your first session. It is free.
FAQs
How do I know if EMDR is right for me?
The best way to find out is to talk to us. A therapist will discuss what you're experiencing and help you decide whether EMDR or a different approach is likely to help more.
How many EMDR sessions will I need?
This varies depending on what you're working through. We don't set a fixed number in advance, and your therapist will review progress with you as you go.
Do I need a referral or diagnosis to access EMDR?
No referral or diagnosis is required. You can contact us directly, and we'll help you work out whether EMDR is appropriate.
Is private EMDR therapy worth it compared to waiting for NHS support?
That depends on your circumstances and how urgently you need support. Private therapy at Towards means avoiding lengthy waiting times and choosing your appointment times, with transparent pricing agreed upfront.
Can teenagers access EMDR at Towards?
EMDR can be appropriate for young people experiencing the effects of a distressing experience. Speak to our team about the right support for your teenager.
How do I know if EMDR is right for me?
The best way to find out is to talk to us. A therapist will discuss what you're experiencing and help you decide whether EMDR or a different approach is likely to help more.
How many EMDR sessions will I need?
This varies depending on what you're working through. We don't set a fixed number in advance, and your therapist will review progress with you as you go.
Do I need a referral or diagnosis to access EMDR?
No referral or diagnosis is required. You can contact us directly, and we'll help you work out whether EMDR is appropriate.
Is private EMDR therapy worth it compared to waiting for NHS support?
That depends on your circumstances and how urgently you need support. Private therapy at Towards means avoiding lengthy waiting times and choosing your appointment times, with transparent pricing agreed upfront.
Can teenagers access EMDR at Towards?
EMDR can be appropriate for young people experiencing the effects of a distressing experience. Speak to our team about the right support for your teenager.
Why Towards is different
Every Towards therapist is:
● Qualified and accredited by professional bodies (BABCP, BACP, UKCP).
● Carefully selected for the skills and traits linked to the best client outcomes.
● Supported through weekly clinical supervision and ongoing training to maintain excellence.
Research shows that not all qualified therapists achieve the same results. That’s why we invest in rigorous selection, monitoring, and development, so you know you’re in safe hands.