EMDR THERAPY

Some experiences get stuck in the body and won’t move, no matter how many times you’ve talked them through. EMDR works with the memory itself, not just the story around it.

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Emdr

You don't have to keep re-telling the story to heal from it.

Talking about it hasn’t been enough.

You’ve told the story. You understand where it came from. But some part of it is still stuck, showing up in your body, your triggers, your sleep, even when your mind has moved on.

EMDR works differently than traditional talk therapy. It helps your brain reprocess a stuck memory so it stops carrying the same charge, without you having to relive it in detail over and over.

When You Come to Urban Wellness for EMDR

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Who Benefits Most from EMDR

EMDR Therapy is for those who recognize that their negative reactions to life’s events are affecting their relationships.

You will benefit if:
You might not be ready yet if:

If you're in crisis, we recommend outpatient services at a local program first. For substance concerns, see our Addiction page.

What the Process Looks Like

  • History taking
  • Identify target memories
  • Build resourcing and coping skills before processing begins
Week One
  • Structured EMDR processing sessions
  • Monitor how you’re doing between sessions
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  • Confirm stabilization
  • Plan for anything that surfaces later
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Explore Our Therapists

Some concerns need a more specific approach. Explore our focused EMDR therapists below

What Will You Pay for Counseling?

Counseling is a fee-for-service program at Urban Wellness. Initial sessions cost $205 and follow-up sessions cost $180. We recommend at least 8 weekly sessions. We are in network with BCBS PPO, Aetna, Cigna, BCBS HMO (Northshore), and United Healthcare.

BCBS PPO

United Healthcare

Cigna

Aetna

BCBS HMO (Northshore)

All Major Cards

HSA/FSA

$

205

INITIAL SESSION
Your First Appointment

A 55-minute intake to understand your story, goals, and begin building your treatment plan.

$

180

FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS
Ongoing Weekly Sessions

We recommend at least 8 sessions for meaningful, lasting progress. Most clients continue beyond that.

Your Next Steps

We’ve made it as easy as possible to begin your healing journey.
Choose the option that works best for you.

Email Us

Reach out anytime and our intake team will help guide you. Email the Intake Team

Call Us

Speak directly with our team to get support finding the right fit. 773-774-4444 ext. 0

Text Us

773-677-5002