2 Top-Rated Fort Worth EMDR Therapists

Trauma doesn't have to define your story. If you're struggling with painful memories, anxiety, or the lingering effects of difficult experiences, you deserve compassionate, effective care. At Noyau Wellness Center, our expert EMDR therapists help you process trauma and reclaim your peace of mind.

Meet our Fort Worth EMDR therapists

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    Justine Guzman, LPC

    Justine brings a direct, intentional approach to EMDR therapy, creating an environment for complete transformation. With specialized training in working with diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, she skillfully combines EMDR with culturally appropriate interventions to address trauma, relationship issues, and identity-related challenges with empathy and expertise.

    Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor

    Clientele: Individuals, couples, families

    Location: 5445 La Sierra Dr #200, Dallas, TX 75231

    Virtual therapy: Available

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    Charity Hagains, LPC-S

    As a co-founder of Noyau Wellness with over 15 years of experience, Charity utilizes EMDR to facilitate the brain's natural healing processes. Her warm, engaging approach helps clients significantly reduce distress from traumatic memories, specializing in anxiety, panic disorder, depression, and family dynamics with comprehensive, holistic care.

    Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor

    Clientele: Individuals, couples, families

    Location: 1701 River Run, Ste 805, Fort Worth, Texas

    Virtual therapy: Available

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Common reasons why people seek EMDR therapy

  • Flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive thoughts about past events

  • Persistent negative beliefs about yourself ("I'm not good enough," "I can't trust anyone")

  • Overwhelming fear or panic in specific situations (flying, public speaking, medical procedures)

  • Feeling stuck in destructive relationship patterns or self-sabotaging behaviors

  • Intense grief that feels impossible to process or move through

  • Performance anxiety that limits your career or personal goals

  • Chronic feelings of shame, guilt, or inadequacy affecting daily life

  • Difficulty managing anger or emotional outbursts

  • Physical symptoms like a rapid heartbeat or nausea in specific situations

  • Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected from others and experiences

How EMDR therapy can help

Process traumatic memories safely

EMDR allows your brain to naturally process stuck traumatic memories without requiring you to relive the experience in detail. The bilateral stimulation helps your mind organize and integrate these memories, reducing their emotional intensity and impact on your daily life.

Reduce emotional triggers

Through EMDR sessions, situations that once caused overwhelming anxiety, panic, or distress become more manageable. You'll find yourself responding to triggers with greater calm and emotional regulation, allowing you to engage more fully in relationships and activities you've been avoiding.

Builds positive self-beliefs

EMDR helps replace negative beliefs about yourself formed during trauma with healthier, more accurate perspectives. Instead of feeling powerless or damaged, you'll develop a stronger sense of self-worth, resilience, and confidence in your ability to handle life's challenges.

Accelerate the healing process

Unlike traditional talk therapy alone, EMDR often produces faster results by working directly with how your brain stores and processes traumatic memories. Many clients experience significant relief in fewer sessions, making it an efficient path toward healing and recovery.

FAQs about EMDR therapy

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) uses bilateral stimulation—typically side-to-side eye movements—while processing disturbing memories or experiences. This bilateral stimulation activates both sides of your brain, helping it naturally process and integrate stuck memories that have been causing emotional distress. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn't require detailed discussion of the traumatic event, making it less overwhelming while still being highly effective.

  • The eight phases of EMDR are: 

    1. History-taking, 

    2. Preparation, 

    3. Assessment, 

    4. Desensitization, 

    5. Installation, 

    6. Body scan, 

    7. Closure, and 

    8. Reevaluation. 

    During preparation, you'll learn coping skills and relaxation techniques. Assessment identifies the target memory and negative beliefs. Desensitization processes the memory using eye movements. Installation strengthens positive beliefs, followed by a body scan to ensure complete processing. Each session ends with closure techniques for emotional stability.

  • EMDR may not be appropriate for individuals with certain dissociative disorders, active substance abuse, severe mental illness, or those unable to tolerate emotional distress during processing. It's also not recommended for those experiencing ongoing trauma or lacking sufficient emotional stability. 

    During your initial consultation, we'll conduct a thorough assessment to determine if EMDR is the right therapeutic approach for your specific situation and needs.

  • Our warm, collaborative approach focuses on creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where you feel understood and empowered throughout your healing journey. We prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships and tailoring treatment to your unique needs and goals. 

    We offer a free consultation to discuss your concerns, answer questions, and help you feel confident that our EMDR therapists and holistic approach align with your healing goals and personal values before diving in.

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