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Trauma therapy across the North East

EMDR therapy to help your brain process what talking alone cannot.

A structured, evidence-based therapy for trauma and PTSD. EMDR helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they lose their charge, without needing to retell every detail.

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When it helps

For memories that still feel like the present.

Trauma is not processed in the part of the brain that handles talking, which is why describing what happened does not always resolve the distress. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, takes a different route. It uses gentle left-right stimulation, often eye movements, to help the brain digest stuck memories so they can be filed away as the past.

It is recognised by the World Health Organization, NICE and the NHS as an effective treatment for PTSD, and it can also help with anxiety, phobias, grief, and performance anxiety. You do not have to describe the trauma in detail for it to work.

Sessions follow a structured eight-phase protocol that begins with assessment, grounding, and safety building, long before any reprocessing starts, so the work stays within what feels manageable.

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What EMDR can help with

More than a single traumatic event.

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  • A single distressing event such as an accident or assault

  • Complex trauma built up over time

  • Flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive memories

  • Anxiety, panic, and phobias

  • Grief, loss, and performance anxiety

How Select routes the work

One front door, then the right EMDR practitioner.

Select Psychology acts as the connector. The Pathway Team understands what is happening, then matches you to an associate practitioner trained in EMDR with the right experience, location and availability. Fit matters for trauma work, because feeling safe with your therapist is part of what makes the therapy effective.

  1. 01

    A confidential first discussion

    The Pathway Team listens to what is happening and helps decide whether EMDR is the right starting point or whether another approach fits better first.

  2. 02

    Matched to an EMDR practitioner

    Select routes you to an associate therapist or psychologist trained in EMDR, with relevant trauma experience and availability at your preferred clinic or online.

  3. 03

    Structured, paced sessions

    You begin with preparation and grounding, then move into reprocessing at a pace that stays within your window of tolerance, usually weekly.

Practitioner fit

Trauma therapy matched to you, not a generic slot.

Trauma work can involve EMDR, CBT, or a blend, and the right starting point depends on what you are carrying and how your nervous system responds. The first conversation is about finding the safest, most effective place to begin.

What the first conversation explores

  • Whether the trauma is a single event or built up over time
  • How ready you feel to begin reprocessing work
  • Location, online preference, and session timing
  • Any risk or safeguarding concerns
  • Which practitioner style is most likely to help

A simple first move

Not sure where to start? Talk it through with the Pathway Team.

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Who you might work with

Practitioners who offer this

Browse the full team, or let the Pathway Team match you.

Where we offer this

EMDR therapy across the North East

Select Psychology Tynemouth clinic

Tynemouth

1 Tynemouth Road, NE30 4AY

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Select Psychology Newcastle clinic

Newcastle

The Grainger Suite, Dobson House, Regent Centre, NE3 3PF

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Also available all locations.

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Fees and insurance

Clear fees, and most major insurers accepted

No GP referral is needed. If you are using private medical insurance, tell the Pathway Team when you get in touch and they will help with authorisation.

Session fees

  • Relationship therapy£95
  • Specialist psychological therapy£110
  • Clinical & counselling psychology£140
  • Psychological assessmentsfrom £350
Insurers accepted

Bupa · Aviva · AXA · Allianz · Simply Health · Vita Health Group

Questions before you start

What people usually ask

1 Do I have to describe the trauma in detail?

No. One of the things that sets EMDR apart is that you do not need to talk through every detail of what happened. The therapy works with how the memory is stored, so reprocessing can happen without lengthy retelling.

2 How long does EMDR take to work?

For a single traumatic event, many people see significant improvement within 6 to 12 sessions. Complex trauma built up over time usually takes longer. Your practitioner will discuss a realistic plan with you after the assessment phase.

3 Is EMDR evidence-based?

Yes. EMDR is recommended by the World Health Organization, NICE and the NHS as a first-line treatment for PTSD, and a growing evidence base supports its use for anxiety, phobias and grief.

4 Can EMDR be done online?

Yes, many of our practitioners offer EMDR online as well as in person at our clinics. The Pathway Team will help you decide which suits you best.

From the blog

Read more before you decide

How Long Does EMDR Take to Work? Effects & Recovery

EMDR therapy typically takes 6 to 12 sessions for a single traumatic event (such as a car accident) and 12 or more sessions for complex or repeated trauma. Each session lasts 60 to 90 minutes, usually once a week. Many people notice significant improvement within the first 3 to 4 sessions. Post-session effects like tiredness or vivid dreams are normal and usually settle within 1 to 3 days. EMDR is recommended by NICE as a first-line treatment for PTSD and is as effective as trauma-focused CBT.

Select Psychology Team · 23 Mar 2026 · 6 min read

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