EMDR Therapy in Dauphin County, PA – Expert Trauma & PTSD Treatment
Main Office: Lancaster, PA (40-minute drive)
Office Location & Hours (Lancaster)
Why Dauphin County Residents Choose Advanced Counseling for EMDR Therapy
- Expert EMDR Therapists – All clinicians are fully trained and experienced
- Proven Results with Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety & Phobias – Thousands of sessions delivered with life-changing outcomes
- Convenient Downtown Lancaster Location – Easy access with plenty of free parking
- In-Person & Online EMDR Sessions – Get the same high-quality, bilateral stimulation protocol from the comfort of home if needed
- Individual, Couples & Adolescent EMDR Therapy – Specialized protocols for teens and relationships affected by trauma
- Free 10-Minute Consultation – Speak directly with an EMDR specialist to see if it’s right for you – no pressure, no cost
We Don’t Just Do EMDR – We Specialize in Trauma Recovery
Your therapist will create a personalized treatment plan that may combine EMDR with other gold-standard approaches (CBT, somatic therapies, IFS, Brainspotting, etc.) for faster, longer-lasting healing.
You are not alone. Healing from trauma is absolutely possible — and it starts right here in Lancaster, PA.
What Is EMDR Therapy? A Proven Path to Heal Trauma, PTSD & Anxiety
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based psychotherapy that helps your brain reprocess traumatic memories so they lose their emotional charge — often in just a few sessions.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn’t require you to talk in detail about the trauma. Instead, it uses guided eye movements (or other bilateral stimulation) to help you permanently reduce or eliminate symptoms of:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Anxiety & panic attacks
- Childhood trauma & adverse experiences
- Phobias
- Grief & complicated loss
- Depression linked to past events
Backed by 35+ Years of Research & Recognized Worldwide
Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in 1987, EMDR is now endorsed by:
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- American Psychiatric Association
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs & Department of Defense
- American Psychological Association
Over 30 randomized controlled studies show EMDR is as effective or more effective than other leading therapies — and it often works faster.
At Advanced Counseling in Lancaster, PA, our certified EMDR therapists combine it with other cutting-edge modalities when needed to give you the fastest, longest-lasting relief possible.
What Conditions Can EMDR Therapy Successfully Treat?
EMDR is far more than “just PTSD therapy.” It is one of the most researched and versatile treatments available, delivering fast, lasting relief for dozens of mental health challenges — often in just a few sessions.
Officially endorsed by:
World Health Organization • American Psychiatric Association • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs • American Psychological Association
- ✓ Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- ✓ Complex PTSD & Childhood Trauma
- ✓ All forms of Anxiety & Panic Attacks
- ✓ Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- ✓ Social Anxiety & Performance Anxiety
- ✓ Phobias (flying, driving, needles, etc.)
- ✓ Depression linked to past events
- ✓ Grief & complicated loss
- ✓ Addictions & substance use triggers
- ✓ Eating disorders & body image issues
- ✓ Chronic pain & somatic conditions
- ✓ OCD rooted in trauma
- ✓ Low self-esteem & negative core beliefs
- ✓ Attachment & relationship trauma
Wondering if EMDR is right for you?
Free 10-Minute Consultation
Yes – Let’s Talk (Free Call)No cost • No pressure • Speak directly with a certified EMDR therapist
How Does EMDR Therapy Actually Work?
EMDR doesn’t require you to talk for years about what happened. Instead, it helps your brain finish the unfinished processing it started the moment the trauma occurred — so the memory finally loses its emotional charge.
The proven 8-phase process (usually 6–12 sessions)
Most clients notice significant relief within the first 3–6 sessions — much faster than traditional talk therapy.
Ready to finally feel like yourself again?
Claim Your Free 10-Minute ConsultationNo cost • No pressure • Takes just 10 minutes
1–2 History & Planning
We map your targets and make sure you have coping tools before we begin reprocessing.
3–6 Reprocessing (the “magic” part)
You briefly focus on the traumatic memory while we use bilateral stimulation (eye movements, taps, or tones). Your brain does the healing — most people feel the distress drop dramatically in minutes.
7–8 Closure & Reevaluation
We install positive beliefs (“I am safe now”), scan for any remaining disturbance, and make sure the change sticks.
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Cheryl Wilson-Smith
Chief Executive Officer
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC);
- Pa. Lic. PC006514
- Fl. Lic. TPMC1044
- Certified Traumatologist (CT)
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC)
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- Certified in Emergency Crisis Response (CECR)
- Neuropsychotherapist Certified (NPT-C)
- Master of Arts (MA)
- 20+ years of clinical experience.
- Worked with clients across the lifespan.
Cheryl Wilson-Smith is a distinguished expert in EMDR therapy and proudly holds the position of Chief Clinical Officer. Her dedication to healing and transformative care sets her apart in the field, making a meaningful impact on countless lives.
"I have over 20 years of experience in In-Person and Online EMDR Trauma and PTSD Therapy. I guarantee that the EMDR Therapy ACRS provides to our clients in Dauphin County, PA is of the highest quality in Pennsylvania".
