If you’ve ever heard someone say, “EMDR changed my life,” and thought… What even is that?—you’re not alone.

As a therapist trained in EMDR (which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I get that question all the time. The name alone sounds clinical and kind of mysterious, and the idea of moving your eyes to process trauma might make you raise an eyebrow. That’s okay. I felt the same way when I first heard about it too.

But here’s the thing: EMDR isn’t magic—but it is powerful.

Communication is the cornerstone of a healthy relationship. But let’s be honest: it’s not always easy to express yourself clearly, especially when emotions like anger, sadness, or frustration get in the way. Miscommunication can turn a small disagreement into a full-blown conflict, leaving both partners feeling misunderstood and disconnected.

When someone you love is battling mental health challenges, it’s natural to feel unsure about how to help. You want to support them, but it can be hard to know what they truly need—or how to navigate your own emotions in the process.

Friendships are often the unsung heroes of our emotional lives. They’re not bound by the same structures as family or romantic relationships, but they can carry just as much—if not more—emotional weight. When a friendship ends, it can leave you feeling raw, confused, and heartbroken.

In a world that often demands perfection - a definition that is continuously changing, it’s easy to lose sight of who we are. The pressure to conform to societal standards and expectations can leave us feeling fragmented, disconnected, and confused about ourselves and the many little parts of ourselves that make us feel whole.