Programme
EMDR Therapy Programme for Children
Supporting children to feel safe, calm, and confident. This child-focused EMDR programme is designed to help children process difficult emotions and experiences in a gentle, safe, and age-appropriate way.
Common Reasons Children May Benefit
EMDR can help children who may be struggling with anxiety, fears, trauma, low confidence, emotional overwhelm, school difficulties, or upsetting life experiences. Sessions are adapted to suit the child’s age, personality, and emotional needs using creative, supportive, and engaging techniques.
- Anxiety or worries
- School stress or bullying
- Fears and phobias
- Trauma or upsetting experiences
- Family changes or separation
- Low confidence or self-esteem
- Sleep difficulties or nightmares
- Emotional outbursts or overwhelm
What’s Included
Parent Consultation & Child Assessment
The first session focuses on understanding the child’s emotional needs, experiences, and current challenges.
- Parent/carer discussion and background history
- Understanding the child’s emotional wellbeing
- Identifying triggers, fears, or behavioural concerns
- Explaining EMDR in a child-friendly way
- Building trust and emotional safety
Building Safety & Emotional Resources
Before processing difficult feelings, children are supported to develop calming and coping skills.
- Relaxation and grounding techniques
- Safe place visualisation
- Emotional regulation tools
- Creative activities, drawing, or storytelling
- Building confidence and emotional resilience
Understanding Feelings & Identifying Memories
This session gently explores difficult emotions or upsetting experiences using age-appropriate approaches.
- Explore feelings through play, art, or conversation
- Identify worries, fears, or difficult memories
- Begin gentle bilateral stimulation techniques
- Help the child feel emotionally supported and in control
Processing & Emotional Healing
This session continues the EMDR processing work in a gentle and supportive way.
- Reducing emotional distress linked to difficult experiences
- Helping the child feel safer and calmer
- Releasing fears, worries, or negative beliefs
- Strengthening positive emotions and coping skills
Confidence Building & Positive Beliefs
As emotional distress reduces, the focus shifts towards confidence and resilience.
- Strengthening positive self-beliefs
- Building self-esteem and emotional confidence
- Encouraging healthy emotional expression
- Reinforcing feelings of safety and calm
Review, Future Support & Closure
The final session reviews progress and supports ongoing emotional wellbeing.
- Reflect on positive changes and achievements
- Review calming tools and coping strategies
- Support parents/carers with continued guidance
- Create a plan for maintaining emotional wellbeing
What Parents Say
Vinny has been working with our 9-year-old daughter, who was struggling with severe anxiety around school. Since starting sessions, we’ve seen a significant improvement in how she manages her anxiety. She seems much calmer, more in control, and better able to deal with situations that would have previously overwhelmed her.
Ready to Help Your Child?
Book a Consultation
Taking the first step can change everything. Book a confidential consultation to discuss how this programme could help your child.