Therapy Services

EMDR Therapy

Individual, R-TEP, G-TEP & GREP2 Protocols

EMDR therapy for trauma, chronic illness, and faith-related wounds. Individual EMDR plus R-TEP, G-TEP, and GREP2 groups in White Plains, NY and via telehealth.

Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation Call (914) 214-7792

In person in White Plains NYOnline in NY, NJ, PA, CT, SC & CA

Gentle reprocessingfor what still hurts.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is one of the most extensively researched trauma treatments available. At Cheerful Heart, EMDR is available as part of ongoing individual therapy and through specialized group protocols, including R-TEP (Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol), G-TEP (Group Traumatic Episode Protocol), and GREP2 (Group Resourcing Enhancement Protocol- Version 2) for chronic and repeated trauma. Faith-informed EMDR is available for clients who wish to integrate spiritual meaning-making into their trauma recovery process.

We currently offer three groups:

GREP2 for Single Christians with Dating Anxiety (available nationwide)
GTEP for Healthcare Professionals working in Women's Health (available in NY, NJ, PA, CA, CT & SC)
GTEP for Women with Endometriosis & Medical Trauma (available in NY, NJ, PA, CA, CT & SC)

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Testimonials

Shakira has been my favorite therapists so far, if I ever needed services again, I would definitely go back to her!! So caring, relatable, and gave me the consistent conversation I was looking for. She taught me how to self-soothe as well as other things that have helped me in the long run to come down from spiraling thoughts such as pausing, talking it out, going to the gym. Shakira was always there when I needed her🤍
Former Cheerful Heart Client - New York

My therapist has been amazing so far! She listens to me and pays attention to areas I need to work on and provides great feedback and amazing tools in order for me to reach where I want to be. She creates a safe place for me to express myself, and when I leave her sessions, I come out feeling a little stronger than I was before. I’m grateful to her.
Cheerful Heart Client - New York

I enjoy my sessions with Shakira as they are very enlightening and helpful. I’ve been truly blessed by her guidance and resources over the years.
Cheerful Heart Client - California