Online EMDR therapy in California

EMDR care that can meet you where you are.

Video sessions offer the same deliberate, consent-led approach as our Santa Rosa office. You choose the pace, the focus, and when to pause, from a private place that feels manageable to you.

For adults across California who need a steadier way to begin.

You may know you want help without knowing whether an office visit is possible right now.

Maybe getting across town feels like one more demand on an already full week. Maybe you live outside Santa Rosa, travel for work, care for someone else, or simply feel more able to speak from your own room. Online EMDR therapy can make care more reachable without asking you to rush into the hardest parts of your story.

Kelderwick works with adults 18 and older throughout California. You only need to be physically in California while we meet. Our therapists bring the same attention to preparation, choice, and pacing that they do in person, so video care is never treated as a lesser version of therapy.

A quiet therapy room corner with a chair, folded blanket, and grounding stone

A private place of your own

We start with what helps you feel steady.

Before reprocessing begins, we spend time getting to know what support looks like for you. That might include a comfortable chair, water nearby, a blanket, a grounding object, or a plan for what you will do after the call. The point is not to create a perfect setup. It is to make the session feel contained enough for you to stay connected to the present.

What online EMDR therapy is like

The first one to three appointments are for history, preparation, and deciding whether EMDR is a fit.

You will not be asked to open up the hardest memory on the first call. We begin by understanding what has been difficult lately and practising ways to come back to the present when your system gets activated. That may include slow breathing, a calm-place exercise, and a way to set aside material between sessions.

When you decide you are ready for EMDR reprocessing, you can follow a small dot across your screen with your eyes or use alternating taps on your shoulders. We work in short sets, usually about 30 seconds at a time. Between sets, you share only a few words about what you notice. You do not have to give a detailed retelling of what happened.

At every stage, you can slow down, take a break, or stop. We finish each appointment with grounding and time to get steady again. The work moves forward because it feels possible, not because the calendar says it should.

A calm beginning, a clear ending, and room in between.

We make the first conversation practical.

Your first conversation with Bea is a free 20-minute phone call. You can ask about availability, video appointments, fees, or the therapists without being asked to explain what happened. If you choose to book, the first therapy appointment is where we begin to understand what you want help with and what you need to feel supported.

We build support before memory work.

Early sessions are not a test of whether you are “ready enough.” They are a chance to notice what helps you come back when you feel activated. Together, we make a plan for your space, your supports, and what you can do between appointments. You stay involved in every decision about when, whether, and how to begin reprocessing.

We use brief sets and check in often.

During reprocessing, you choose the memory or present-day trigger you want to address. You may follow a dot across the screen or use alternating taps on your shoulders. After a short set, we pause to notice what is changing. You can say a few words, take a longer break, shift the focus, or stop entirely. There is no prize for pushing through.

We help you return to the rest of your day.

We do not end an online session abruptly. We leave time to ground, check what you need next, and make a gentle plan for the hours after we meet. You may feel tired, have vivid dreams, or notice memories moving around for a day or two. We will talk about what is expected and when to reach out, rather than leaving you to sort it out alone.

Being at home can bring both comfort and complications. A familiar room may make it easier to settle; it can also be a place with responsibilities waiting nearby. We take that seriously. If it helps, we can make a small transition plan for before and after your appointment, such as closing the door, silencing notifications, taking a short walk, or choosing one gentle task for later. These details are part of care, not an afterthought.

What you need for a video session

A private, reasonably quiet spot and a reliable internet connection are enough to begin.

A computer or tablet usually gives you the clearest view of the screen, though the first conversation can help us decide what will work best for you. Headphones can add privacy if they are comfortable. We will also ask you to choose a place where you are unlikely to be interrupted and where you can take a few quiet minutes after the session.

It is normal to have questions about whether home is “private enough” or whether you will know what to do if big feelings arise. Those are practical questions worth asking. The goal is not to perform therapy perfectly from your living room. It is to build a plan you can use.

Who online EMDR may fit well

Online EMDR can be a useful option if you are dealing with the effects of a car or workplace accident, medical or birth trauma, assault, childhood abuse or neglect, the long tail of the 2017 and 2020 fires, or first-responder work. Sometimes one event is at the center. Sometimes it is the accumulation of years.

We do not assume video care is right for everyone. In the first appointments, we consider your current support, privacy, capacity, and the kind of work you want to do. If another format would serve you better, we will say so directly.

See the kinds of trauma we help with

Two tactile EMDR pulsers on a wood table in a quiet office

Clear expectations

Careful does not mean vague.

Most single-event concerns take 6 to 12 sessions, including preparation. Longer or repeated trauma often takes longer. We talk honestly about what we are seeing rather than promising a shortcut. For a single event that needs focused time, an EMDR intensive may be worth discussing after a screening.

Explore EMDR intensives

A first call can stay practical.

Bea offers a free 20-minute phone call and will never ask you to explain what happened. You can ask about video sessions, availability, the therapists, fees, or what a first appointment might feel like, then decide whether you want to take the next step.

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Questions about video care

Before you decide

Can I do EMDR therapy online in California?

Yes. Kelderwick offers video EMDR sessions to adults who are physically in California at the time of their appointment. You do not need to be near Santa Rosa to start with us.

Do I have to have everything set up before the first call?

No. The first call is for practical questions. Bea can explain what the first appointment is like, answer questions about scheduling, and help you decide whether a video session feels workable.

What happens if I feel overwhelmed during a video session?

We make a plan for this before any memory work begins. You can pause at any time, and each session ends with grounding and enough time to settle before you move into the rest of your day.

Can I use my phone for online EMDR?

A computer or tablet with a stable internet connection is usually more comfortable because the screen is easier to see. If technology feels like a barrier, bring it up on the first call and we can talk through what you need.

How much does online EMDR cost?

The fee is the same as an in-office EMDR session: $280 for an 80-minute appointment with Rosalind or Mateo, or $170 with Hazel. You can find the full fee and insurance information on our fees page. See fees and insurance details.