Virtual EMDR Therapy in Ottawa and across Ontario
EMDR therapy for trauma, anxiety, and relationship wounds
Release the emotional weight of past experiences so you can feel safer in your body, calmer in your mind, and more connected in your relationships. All EMDR sessions are offered virtually through secure video from our Ottawa based practice to clients across Ontario.
Evidence based EMDR for trauma, PTSD, and attachment wounds
Specialized focus on relationships and attachment science
Evenings and weekends available
Covered by most extended health benefits
Secure, encrypted video sessions
Virtual EMDR therapy for clients in Ottawa
Whether you are healing from childhood trauma, a recent accident or painful relationship injuries, EMDR supports you in changing the impact of what happened, not your story.
Free 15 minute consultation
No waiting list
Award winning care
Virtual sessions across Ontario
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What is EMDR
Is EMDR therapy right for you
EMDR, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is an evidence based trauma therapy that helps your brain reprocess overwhelming experiences so they no longer feel so charged.
At Couples Counselling Centre, EMDR is offered within a human, attachment focused relationship. We pay close attention to safety, pacing and your nervous system so that healing happens at a speed that respects your story.
Trauma and PTSD
Childhood emotional injuries
Attachment wounds
Accidents and medical trauma
Relationship and betrayal trauma
Anxiety and panic
EMDR therapy may help if you notice any of the following:
Past events play in your mind like a highlight reel you did not ask for
You feel on edge, numb or shut down even when you want to relax
Certain sounds, smells or places trigger strong reactions
You avoid people or situations because they remind you of what happened
You are tired of telling your story over and over without feeling true relief
If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone and it is not your fault. Trauma changes how the brain stores information, and EMDR gives it another way to file those memories.
How EMDR helps in real life
EMDR therapy for clients in Ottawa and across Ontario
Whether you are joining from downtown Ottawa, or anywhere else in Ontario, EMDR sessions are offered through a secure online platform so you can do deep work from a place that feels safe.
For individuals
Healing what your body still remembers
EMDR helps with nightmares, flashbacks, and intense emotional reactions. Over time, clients notice fewer triggers, more emotional range, and a greater sense of safety in their own skin.
For couples
EMDR integrated with couples therapy
When trauma shows up between you and your partner, we carefully integrate EMDR with Emotionally Focused Therapy. The goal is not just fewer fights, but a more secure, resilient bond.
For cycle breakers
Changing the story for the next generation
EMDR supports clients who are the first in their family to seek therapy. Together we work on patterns you do not want to pass on, while building a new template for love and connection.
What sessions look like
How EMDR therapy works, step by step
EMDR at Couples Counselling Centre is not a rushed protocol. It is a carefully supported process that honors your limits and your goals.
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Free 15 minute consultation
Share a bit about what brings you to therapy, ask questions, and get a feel for your therapist. We will help you decide if we are the right fit and which therapist on our team is best aligned with your needs.
Book online through our Jane App booking system in minutes.
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First session: Stabilize and build safety
You and your therapist take time to understand your history, your nervous system and your current supports. Together you build grounding tools so you feel as steady as possible before processing deep material.
You will receive secure digital intake forms and a private video link.
3
Identify the target memories
You gently choose which memories or experiences you want to work on first, including the beliefs and body sensations that show up with them.
Many clients begin to notice meaningful change within the first several sessions.
4
Reprocess with bilateral stimulation
Using eye movements, taps or tones, your therapist guides your brain to reprocess the memory. You do not have to retell every detail, and you stay in control of the pace throughout.
5
Install new beliefs and relief
As the emotional charge shifts, you and your therapist support new, more compassionate beliefs to take root so you can move forward with more calm and choice.
MPharm, RPh, MACP, RP - Director
As Director of Couples Counselling Centre, MaryAnn leads a team of relationship and trauma focused therapists united by the belief that when we help a couple, we help a home.
Canadian Choice Award 2024 and 2025
Quality Business Awards 2025
Psychology Today verified
Lumino Health top rated provider
Leadership you can trust
Meet the team behind EMDR therapy at Couples Counselling Centre
Our EMDR trained clinicians are relationship focused, trauma informed, and grounded in attachment science. You will not be handed worksheets and sent home. Instead, we do experiential work in session, from the inside out.
EMDR trained therapists in Ottawa
Our EMDR therapists integrate EMDR with modalities like Emotionally Focused Therapy, CBT, and mindfulness based approaches. During your consultation, we will help match you with a clinician who fits your needs and preferences.
Book EMDR therapy with Couples Counselling Centre in Ottawa
Sessions are offered securely online, so you can connect from anywhere in Ottawa, Ontario.
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Location
2275 Upper Middle Road, Suite 101, Oakville, L6H 0
Phone
(647) 689-5838
Ottawa neighbourhoods we service often
- Downtown Ottawa
- ByWard Market
- Centretown
- Sandy Hill
- The Glebe
- Old Ottawa South
- Little Italy (Primrose)
- Hintonburg
- Westboro
- Kanata
- Orleans
- Barrhaven
- Rockcliffe Park
- Vanier
- Overbrook
- Carlington
- Alta Vista
- Beacon Hill
Questions, answered
Is EMDR therapy available if I live outside of Ottawa
Yes. All EMDR therapy sessions at Couples Counselling Centre are virtual. As long as you are located in Ontario at the time of your session, you can work with our team from anywhere in the province.
How many EMDR sessions will I need
Every person and every story is different. Some people notice meaningful shifts within several sessions, while others choose to stay in therapy longer to work through complex or layered trauma. In your early sessions, your therapist will collaborate with you on a tentative plan that is revisited as you go.
Do I have to talk about every detail of my trauma
No. One of the strengths of EMDR is that you do not need to verbally share every detail in order for processing to be effective. Your therapist will guide you in focusing on the key images, beliefs, emotions and sensations that matter most for your healing.
Is EMDR therapy safe to do online
Yes, EMDR can be safely and effectively offered virtually with a therapist who is trained to manage pacing, grounding and safety plans. You will also receive preparation on how to set up your space to support EMDR sessions.
Is EMDR effective when it is done online
Yes. EMDR can be highly effective in a virtual format. We use secure video and adapt bilateral stimulation methods so you can participate from home. Many clients find it easier to process difficult material from a space that already feels familiar and safe.
What if EMDR feels too intense for me
Your safety matters more than any protocol. EMDR at our practice includes significant preparation, grounding, and resourcing before any deeper processing. You will always have permission to slow down, pause, or return to stabilization. There is no prize for pushing through.
Is EMDR covered by my benefits
Most extended health plans that cover Registered Psychotherapists or Registered Social Workers will cover EMDR therapy sessions as well. We do not offer direct billing, however you receive a detailed receipt to submit to your provider.
Ready to feel less haunted by the past and more present in your life and relationships
You do not have to keep white knuckling your way through. EMDR therapy can help your nervous system release what it has been carrying so you can move forward with more ease, clarity, and connection.
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