Reprocessing Trauma with EMDR: Compassionate Therapy with Dr Lydia Evans in Derby

As we move through the year and many people begin focusing on their wellbeing, it is a powerful time to explore approaches that support emotional healing. Trauma can influence daily life in subtle and overwhelming ways, leaving people feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected. For those looking for a proven path to recovery, the right therapeutic support can make all the difference.

At Ora – The Wellbeing Company, Dr Lydia Evans provides EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) from her private practice at The Old Surgery in Derby. EMDR is a well established, research supported form of trauma therapy that helps individuals process distressing memories and re-establish a sense of balance, clarity, and control.

Dr Evans is a highly experienced, trauma informed practitioner who offers a gentle, reassuring space where clients can begin to heal at their own pace.

Understanding EMDR Therapy

EMDR is a structured, evidence based approach originally created to support those recovering from trauma and post traumatic stress disorder. The therapy works by activating the brain’s natural processing systems through guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation.

During sessions, clients are encouraged to recall difficult memories while focusing on external cues such as movement or sound. This process helps the brain reorganise and resolve the emotional charge around the memory, allowing more adaptive and less distressing thoughts to develop.

EMDR has been shown to be effective for a wide range of concerns, including:

• Post traumatic stress disorder

• Anxiety and panic

• Childhood trauma

• Grief and bereavement

• Phobias and performance blocks
  

Dr Evans adapts each session to the individual, ensuring that treatment feels safe, deliberate, and manageable.

A Professional Environment Designed for Specialist Therapy

Delivering EMDR in the right environment is essential. The Old Surgery in Derby offers a purpose built, calm and private setting where both clients and therapists can work without distraction. This enables practitioners like Dr Evans to carry out sensitive therapy in a space that supports focus, trust, and emotional safety.

Benefits for practitioners include:

• Soundproofed therapy rooms for confidentiality

• A relaxing, professional atmosphere that promotes comfort

• Flexible scheduling with one clear, flat fee

• Naturally lit, air conditioned spaces

• Free parking and accessible entry for all visitors
  

This setting allows EMDR and other specialist therapies to be delivered confidently and effectively.

Life Changing Benefits for Clients

Clients attending EMDR sessions with Dr Evans often describe the results as deeply transformative. By working at the root of the trauma, EMDR reduces the emotional and physical responses that have remained long after the original event.

Many clients report:

• Feeling calmer and more grounded

• Fewer intrusive thoughts and flashbacks

• Better sleep and concentration

• Greater confidence in daily situations

• A renewed sense of personal control
  

For many, EMDR marks the beginning of a life beyond survival and towards genuine healing.

Why The Old Surgery is the Ideal Setting for EMDR

The Old Surgery hosts a community of trusted wellbeing professionals, offering an environment that supports emotional healing and therapeutic focus. Its thoughtful design ensures comfort and privacy for every client.

Key features include:

• Private therapy rooms tailored for one to one appointments

• A calm, welcoming interior that encourages relaxation

• Air conditioning and natural light for comfort

• Free parking and full disabled access

• A central Derby location that is easy to reach across Derbyshire and the Midlands
  

Working from this professional space allows Dr Evans to deliver EMDR at the highest standard, giving clients the reassurance of a safe and supportive setting.

The Science Behind EMDR Therapy

EMDR differs from traditional talking therapy by focusing on how distressing memories are stored in the brain. When a traumatic event occurs, the memory can become frozen in its original form, causing ongoing emotional or physical reactions.

EMDR helps the brain reprocess these memories so they can be integrated into normal memory pathways. This means clients can recall the event without being overwhelmed by it. The method is backed by decades of research and is recommended by leading health organisations including the NHS and the World Health Organization.

Take a Step Toward Healing

If you are living with the effects of trauma, anxiety, or difficult memories, EMDR therapy with Dr Lydia Evans could help you move forward with greater peace and stability. Each session is a step towards feeling safe in your own body and mind again.

If you are a practitioner seeking a calm, dedicated therapeutic space, The Old Surgery also offers premium rooms designed for professional wellbeing services.

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