DIERDRE WALLACE THERAPY
EMDR Therapy for Women in California
Heal Trauma, Anxiety, and Emotional Overwhelm—Without Reliving Everything
Virtual EMDR Therapy for Women Across California
You don’t have to keep carrying what happened to you.
EMDR therapy helps your brain process painful experiences so they stop feeling so present, overwhelming, or stuck.
Start feeling like yourself again.
You’re Not “Too Sensitive”—You’re Carrying Too Much
You’ve held it together for a long time.
Maybe you’re:
Overthinking everything
Feeling anxious or on edge
Struggling with relationships or boundaries
Carrying past experiences that still feel unresolved
Functioning on the outside—but exhausted inside
And you might be wondering: Why does this still affect me?
The truth is that your nervous system hasn’t had the chance to fully process what happened.
That’s where EMDR therapy comes in.
What Is EMDR Therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a research-backed therapy that helps your brain naturally process and release trauma, anxiety, and distressing memories.
Instead of talking about your past over and over, EMDR works by helping your brain “unstick” memories so they no longer feel overwhelming.
Many women find that:
Triggers feel less intense
Anxiety decreases
Self-worth improves
The past feels like the past and not something they’re reliving
Why EMDR Therapy Works for Women
Women are often expected to:
Carry emotional labor
Stay “strong” no matter what
Push through instead of process
Over time, this can lead to burnout, anxiety, people-pleasing, and feeling disconnected from yourself.
EMDR therapy creates space to:
Process what you’ve been holding
Reconnect with your body and emotions
Feel safer, calmer, and more grounded
This work isn’t about “fixing” you.
It’s about helping your system finally complete what it couldn’t before.
Hi, I’m Dierdre.
For over a decade, I’ve worked with self-aware women who understand their patterns, but still find themselves people-pleasing, overgiving, or silencing their needs in the moments that matter most.
I help you learn how to stay connected to yourself in those moments so you can trust what you feel, express what you need, and feel confident in your voice and choices.
Using a blend of somatic healing, parts work, EMDR, and hypnosis, we go beyond insight—gently reteaching your body and nervous system what it’s like to feel safe, so real change can actually happen.
I create an inclusive, attuned space where all identities are honored,
and where we can explore not just your personal history, but how societal expectations, power dynamics, and lived experiences have shaped what feels safe for you.
I’d be honored to connect with you and see how I can help you on your journey of healing.
What EMDR Can Help With
EMDR therapy is especially effective for:
Trauma (recent or childhood)
Anxiety and chronic stress
Relationship patterns
People-pleasing and boundary struggles
Low self-worth or inner criticism
Life transitions and burnout
Research shows EMDR is widely recognized as an effective treatment for trauma and PTSD by major health organizations.
What Sessions Feel Like
EMDR is different from traditional talk therapy.
You won’t be forced to relive everything in detail.
Instead, sessions focus on:
Briefly identifying what’s coming up
Using guided bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping)
Allowing your brain and body to process naturally
You stay in control the entire time.
Many clients describe it as:
“Things finally clicking”
“Feeling lighter without knowing why”
“Not getting stuck in the same loops anymore”
This Might Be a Good Fit If…
You’re ready for deeper healing, not just coping
You’re tired of patterns repeating
You want a therapy approach that actually moves things forward
You’re open to a structured, evidence-based method
Book a Free Consultation to See if We’re a Fit
Our consultation is a chance to get your questions answered, learn more about how sessions work, and see if we are a good fit. There is no pressure, and I’m here to listen.
What You Can Expect
Free Consultation – Talk through what’s going on and see if EMDR is a fit for you.
Personalized Plan – Tailored EMDR sessions based on your needs and experiences
Ongoing Support – Regular ongoing sessions that fit your goals and availability
You don’t have to keep managing this on your own.
Healing doesn’t have to take years of talking—it can start shifting sooner than you think.
Trauma-informed, compassionate care | Virtual sessions across California | Evidence-based approach
“If any female feels she needs anything beyond herself to legitimate and validate her existence, she is already giving away her power to be self-defining in her agency.”
– Bell Hooks