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Yoffe Therapy
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EMDR Attachment Therapy

One of the most researched trauma treatments in the world: adapted for adoption and attachment wounds.

What Is EMDR?

Processing What the Brain Couldn't Complete

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) was developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro and is recognized by the WHO, the APA, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as an effective treatment for PTSD and trauma. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or tones) to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories that are "stuck" in an unprocessed state, causing distress when triggered.

At Yoffe Therapy, we practice Attachment-Focused EMDR (AF-EMDR), developed by Dr. Laurel Parnell, an adaptation specifically designed for people with early attachment trauma, including adoptees, foster youth, and adults with complex developmental trauma. Jeanette Yoffe is a certified AF-EMDR practitioner and has integrated this approach into her adoption-centered clinical model for over a decade.

Who This Specialty Is For

  • ✦ Adults and older teens with PTSD or complex trauma
  • ✦ Adoptees with early separation or institutional trauma
  • ✦ Those who've tried talk therapy but find memories still intrusive
  • ✦ People with specific traumatic events they want to process
  • ✦ Anyone experiencing flashbacks, nightmares, or trauma-related anxiety

Treatment Approaches

EMDR (Standard 8-Phase Protocol)
The evidence-based, structured 8-phase EMDR protocol for processing traumatic memories and updating negative beliefs.
AF-EMDR (Attachment-Focused Adaptation)
Dr. Laurel Parnell's adaptation for early relational trauma, incorporating resource development and attachment repair before processing.
Resourcing and Preparation
Building internal resources and stabilization before trauma processing: essential for clients with complex or developmental trauma.
Bilateral Stimulation Techniques
Eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones, adapted to each client's preference and comfort level, including via telehealth.

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Our EMDR-trained clinicians use the AF-EMDR approach Jeanette Yoffe brought to the practice. Start with a free 15-minute call to see if EMDR is right for you.

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