Does any of this sound familiar?
Burnout

Dragging yourself through the day, low on motivation or meaning
Chronic tiredness, procrastination, or growing cynicism
Job dissatisfaction and a loss of imagination for the future
Doubting the values and beliefs that brought you to this work
Guilt, irritability, or reaching for unhealthy ways to switch off

Vicarious Trauma

Depression, anxiety, or a flatness you can't explain
Insomnia, nightmares, or being permanently on high alert
Guilt — for what you did, what you didn't do, or simply for being okay when others aren't

If you recognise yourself here, you are not failing. You are human. And you deserve the same quality of care you give to others.

How Can EMDR Help?

EMDR was developed by Dr Francine Shapiro and is now endorsed by both NICE and the World Health Organization. During the COVID-19 pandemic it was rolled out as the treatment of choice for frontline NHS workers — because it works, and it works efficiently.
Unlike traditional talking therapies, EMDR doesn't require you to revisit or retell traumatic experiences in detail. It works experientially — helping the brain process what got stuck, gently and without lengthy disclosure. Results can range from a significant reduction in symptoms to their complete resolution.