EMDR Therapy in Eden Prairie

Heal from trauma, anxiety, and overwhelming life experiences—without reliving every detail.

If you’re searching for an EMDR therapist in Eden Prairie, MN, it often means you’re ready for something deeper to shift.

You’ve gained insight. You’ve done meaningful work. You understand why certain patterns exist. And now your body is ready to experience that understanding in a new way.

Here’s why EMDR therapy is so effective:

We work with your body’s natural capacity to heal, helping you feel safer, steadier, and more grounded as patterns begin to shift.

❋ Nervous System–Informed Care

Our therapists are trained in EMDR and complex trauma, with a deep understanding of how past experiences live in the body—not just the mind.

❋ Trauma-Informed Expertise

EMDR isn’t rushed. Sessions are structured with intention, allowing your system to move at a pace that feels supportive and sustainable.

❋ Thoughtful, Individualized Pacing

You’ll be met with warmth, respect, and care—so you can show up as you are and engage in the process with confidence.

❋ A Calm, Supportive Environment

What Is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a research-backed therapy that helps the brain reprocess distressing memories that were never fully resolved.

When something overwhelming happens—whether it was a single event or years of emotional stress—your brain may store that experience in a way that keeps it feeling present, not past. That’s why certain situations, relationships, or sensations can trigger anxiety, shame, panic, or emotional shutdown even when nothing “bad” is happening right now.

EMDR uses gentle bilateral stimulation (eye movements, taps, or tones) to help your brain process these experiences more completely—so they lose their emotional charge.

You don’t have to relive or retell every detail for EMDR to work.

Anxiety that feels bigger than your current life
Panic attacks or chronic overwhelm
Emotional numbness or shutdown
Low self-worth or harsh inner criticism
Relationship patterns that keep repeating

Who EMDR Therapy Is Helpful For

Many of our EMDR clients don’t initially identify as having “trauma.” They’re often women who have been holding it together for a long time.

EMDR therapy can be especially helpful if you experience:

Complex trauma or CPTSD
Grief that feels unresolved
Body-based stress, tension, or exhaustion
Distressing memories you can’t seem to move past

You don’t need perfect memories—or a single “big” trauma—for EMDR to help.

Schedule

Many women come to EMDR therapy during seasons of life when everything should feel stable—yet internally, something feels off.

This may show up during:

Midlife transitions
Parenting stress
Caregiving roles
Career burnout
Relationship changes
Hormonal shifts or increased anxiety

EMDR helps address the root causes, not just coping strategies—so you’re not stuck managing symptoms forever.

How EMDR Therapy Works

We begin by getting to know you—your history, goals, and what you hope will shift. Early sessions focus on building trust, grounding skills, and a sense of safety in the therapeutic relationship.
Before any memory processing begins, we strengthen nervous system regulation and coping tools. This ensures you feel supported and resourced throughout the EMDR process.
When you’re ready, EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or tones) to help your brain reprocess distressing memories or patterns. You set the pace, and we never rush the work.
As memories lose their emotional charge, we focus on integrating these shifts into daily life. Many clients notice reduced triggers, increased calm, and a greater sense of clarity and self-trust over time.
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy recognized for treating trauma, anxiety, and related concerns. When used as part of an individualized treatment plan, meaningful changes often unfold within weeks and continue to build.

Meet Our Trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapist

Marina Mitcheltree is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting children, teens, parents, and families in Eden Prairie and across the Twin Cities. She brings a client-centered, developmental, and trauma-informed approach to therapy, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, connected, and empowered.

Marina specializes in child and teen anxiety, trauma therapy, attachment and family relationships, and parenting support, with particular expertise in early childhood emotional and behavioral concerns. She is trained in EMDR, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Circle of Security, and culturally responsive care, and is passionate about helping families build resilience, emotional regulation, and stronger connections.