EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps your brain reprocess difficult experiences and update unhelpful beliefs. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements, taps, or tones) to help your brain process "stuck" memories and beliefs that contribute to your anxiety.

We'll begin by identifying the specific social situations that trigger anxiety and the negative beliefs you hold about yourself in these situations. Then we'll use EMDR to target the memories that created these beliefs, helping your brain update its understanding. As treatment progresses, we'll also install preferred feelings and rehearse future scenarios with your new perspective.

Single 90 min session:

Investment: £150

Payment Options:

• Full payment of £150

• Two instalments of £75 (one pre-session and 2 weeks later)

Three 90 min sessions

Investment: £450

Payment Options:

• Full payment receives 10% discount = £405

• Payment Plan: Initial payment of £150, two further payments of £150 to be completed over 6 weeks.

6 90 Min Sessions

Investment: £900

Payment Options:

• Full payment receives 10% discount = £810

• Payment Plan: Initial payment of £150, five additional payments of £150 every 2 weeks. All payments completed over 12 weeks.

EMDR sessions can be 1 hour or 90 minutes to allow sufficient time for the processing to unfold naturally. Shorter sessions can mean interrupting the process just as it's getting to important material, which is less effective, which is why we might do 90 minutes for more ‘stuck’ memories.

Many clients report feeling shifts after just 1-3 EMDR sessions, though the number needed varies based on your history and the complexity of your anxiety. Some notice they're responding differently to social situations almost immediately, while more complex patterns may take longer to shift fully.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a structured, practical but empathetic, approach that helps you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours that contribute to your emotional difficulties. It focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It is the most evidence based therapy available.

This varies depending on your history and the complexity of your social anxiety. For specific, focused relational traumas (e.g. one-off incident of bullying), 1-6 sessions is often sufficient. More complex or longstanding difficulties (e.g. a history of critical parenting) may require additional sessions.

EMDR sessions are 90 minutes rather than the standard 50-60 minutes, providing nearly double the therapeutic time. The extended format is crucial for EMDR's effectiveness, allowing complete processing cycles without interruption. Additionally, EMDR requires specialised training, supervision and certification beyond standard therapy qualifications, representing a higher level of expertise and specialised care.

While the upfront cost may seem higher, EMDR often works out more cost-effective in the long run. Traditional weekly therapy for social anxiety can continue for months or even years, with gradual improvement. In contrast, EMDR typically requires fewer total sessions to achieve significant results, meaning your overall investment may be substantially lower while achieving more profound change.

Absolutely! CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and EMDR work excellently together and can create a comprehensive approach to treating social anxiety. While they work through different mechanisms, they complement each other well. CBT helps you recognise and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies, while EMDR addresses the underlying emotional experiences and beliefs that fuel your anxiety at their source. Many clients find this combination particularly powerful.

Yes. In this case sessions would be weekly sessions of 60 minutes (£110). This allows us to work on an ongoing basis.

This is best discussed in our free call to determine your ultimate goals and difficulties, and what’s likely to be effective.

No. While I specialise in relational trauma and anxiety, I recognise that sexual, physical and domestic abuse require specific expertise and therapeutic approaches beyond my current specialisation.

I believe in providing the highest quality care within my areas of expertise, and clients dealing with these specific traumas deserve a therapist with specialised training in these sensitive areas. I can provide referrals to trusted colleagues who specialise in sexual and physical abuse trauma if needed.

My practice focuses on helping those with social anxiety, performance anxiety, attachment wounds, and relational difficulties where I can offer the most effective and informed support.

If You're Experiencing Abuse or Domestic Violence

If you're currently experiencing domestic violence, sexual abuse, or physical abuse, please know that help is available. Your safety is the priority.

UK Emergency Resources:

• National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (24/7 freephone)

• Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999

• Men's Advice Line: 0808 8010 327

• In an emergency: Call 999 (if you can't speak, dial 999 then press 55)

• Women's Aid: Live chat service available at womensaid.org.uk

• Refuge: refuge.org.uk

These services offer confidential advice, emotional support, and can help you access safe accommodation if needed.

No, I work with clients globally online.