EMDR Therapy for Anchorage Residents
Secure Telehealth Throughout Alaska • Destination EMDR Intensives in Fairbanks
If you live in Anchorage and are looking for EMDR therapy, you don't necessarily need to find the closest therapist, you need to find the therapist whose experience, approach, and treatment format best fit your needs.
Dr. Yvette Curtis provides secure telehealth EMDR therapy for adults throughout Alaska, including Anchorage. For those seeking a more immersive treatment experience, she also offers destination EMDR Intensive Therapy retreats in Fairbanks.
At Trauma Recovery Institute, Dr. Yvette Curtis, PsyD, LPC, MAC provides EMDR therapy for adults throughout Alaska using a neuroscience-informed, individualized approach. Treatment is tailored to your unique history, goals, and clinical needs. Following your consultation and assessment, recommendations are individualized based on your symptoms, treatment goals, and readiness for EMDR intensive therapy.
✓ EMDRIA Approved Consultant • 15+ Years of Clinical Experience • ⭐ 100% Client Recommendation (8 Reviews)
Whether you live in Fairbanks, Anchorage, Juneau, Wasilla, the Mat-Su Valley, Kenai, or elsewhere in Alaska, treatment begins with an individualized consultation to determine the approach that best fits your needs.
What Is EMDR?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based psychotherapy used to treat PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety related to traumatic experiences, and other trauma-related conditions. It helps the brain process distressing memories so they no longer produce the same emotional and physical reactions. EMDR is recommended as a first-line treatment for PTSD by multiple international clinical practice guidelines.
Many people seek EMDR after finding that talking about their experiences alone has not led to the changes they were hoping for.
What Is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based psychotherapy designed to help the brain reprocess distressing memories so they no longer trigger the same emotional and physiological reactions.
Rather than simply talking about difficult experiences, EMDR helps the brain integrate memories in a way that often reduces emotional distress while improving daily functioning. EMDR has been extensively researched and is recognized as an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and is also used to address many other trauma-related concerns.
EMDR is recommended as a first-line treatment for PTSD by organizations including the World Health Organization (WHO), the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs/Department of Defense (VA/DoD), and the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS).
Every treatment plan is individualized. During your consultation, we will discuss your history, goals, and whether EMDR therapy is clinically appropriate for your situation.
→ Continue reading: What Is EMDR Therapy?
You Don't Have to Live in Fairbanks to Work With Me
If you live in Anchorage and are looking for EMDR therapy, you have options. Dr. Yvette Curtis provides secure telehealth EMDR therapy for adults throughout Alaska, including Anchorage, allowing many Anchorage residents to receive specialized trauma treatment without traveling across the state. For those seeking a more concentrated treatment experience, in-person EMDR Intensive Therapy is also available in Fairbanks.
Whether you are exploring therapy for PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or trauma-related sleep problems, treatment begins with a consultation to determine whether EMDR therapy, and whether a weekly or intensive format, is the right fit for your goals.
Some individuals choose weekly telehealth therapy, while others prefer to travel to Fairbanks for an EMDR Intensive. During your consultation, we'll discuss which approach best fits your clinical needs, schedule, and treatment goals.
→ Learn more about statewide services on our EMDR Therapy Alaska page.
Serving Anchorage Residents Through Secure Telehealth
Many Anchorage residents choose telehealth because it offers the same thoughtful assessment, treatment planning, and individualized psychotherapy while reducing travel and scheduling barriers.
Telehealth may be especially helpful if you:
Have a demanding work schedule.
Prefer the privacy of receiving therapy from home.
Live outside downtown Anchorage.
Travel frequently for work.
Prefer not to commute for weekly appointments.
Want to work with an EMDRIA Approved Consultant without relocating or traveling for weekly appointments.
Secure telehealth allows you to receive specialized EMDR therapy anywhere in Alaska where you have a private location and reliable internet connection.
→ Learn more about EMDR Therapy Throughout Alaska.
Conditions Commonly Treated
EMDR therapy may be helpful for adults experiencing:
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Trauma-related insomnia and sleep disruption
Complex trauma
Anxiety related to traumatic experiences
Emotional dysregulation
Chronic stress
Distressing memories that continue to interfere with daily life
Treatment recommendations are individualized following a clinical assessment.
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Considering an EMDR Intensive?
Some Anchorage residents choose to travel to Fairbanks for an EMDR Intensive because they prefer completing significant therapeutic work over several consecutive days rather than spreading treatment across many weeks or months.
Unlike traditional weekly therapy, EMDR Intensives provide extended treatment sessions over several consecutive days, allowing many people to work through treatment with fewer interruptions than weekly appointments.
An intensive is not appropriate for everyone, which is why each person completes a consultation and assessment before scheduling.
→ Explore EMDR Intensive Therapy.
Why Some Anchorage Clients Choose Fairbanks
Although many individuals do very well through telehealth, others prefer traveling for an intensive because they want:
• Dedicated time focused entirely on recovery.
• Fewer interruptions from daily responsibilities.
• A structured treatment schedule.
• An opportunity to complete significant therapeutic work over several days.
• Greater privacy and anonymity while focusing on recovery.
• An opportunity to step away from their everyday environment and focus fully on healing.
People travel from throughout Alaska—including Anchorage—to participate in EMDR Intensive Therapy when it is clinically appropriate.
→ Learn more about EMDR Therapy in Fairbanks.
What to Expect
Every person begins with a consultation to determine whether EMDR therapy is the appropriate treatment approach.
If we decide to move forward, treatment typically includes:
Consultation
Comprehensive assessment
Treatment planning
Preparation and stabilization
EMDR processing
Integration and follow-up
The pace and format of treatment are individualized based on your goals, history, and clinical needs. Some individuals benefit from weekly telehealth sessions, while others are better suited for an EMDR Intensive following assessment.
Why Choose Dr. Curtis?
Choosing an EMDR therapist involves more than finding someone who offers EMDR. It means finding a clinician with advanced training, extensive trauma experience, and an approach that fits your goals.
Dr. Curtis specializes exclusively in trauma-focused psychotherapy and EMDR rather than providing general counseling across many unrelated concerns. She has provided EMDR therapy since 2011 and works with individuals seeking evidence-based treatment tailored to their unique history and clinical needs.
Specialized Training & Credentials
✓ EMDRIA Approved Consultant
✓ EMDR Certified Therapist
✓ Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
✓ Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
✓ Master Addiction Counselor (MAC)
✓ Advanced training in EMDR intensive therapy and the Flash Technique
Experience
✓ More than 15 years of clinical experience
✓ PTSD and complex trauma
✓ Individuals who continue to feel stuck despite previous therapy
✓ Military service members and veterans
✓ First responders and healthcare professionals
✓ Alaska Native, Indigenous, and culturally diverse populations
✓ Trauma with co-occurring substance use disorders
Learn more about Dr. Yvette Curtis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to live in Fairbanks?
No. Many clients work with me entirely through secure telehealth. Others choose to travel to Fairbanks for a destination EMDR Intensive when they prefer concentrated treatment, increased privacy, or time away from daily responsibilities.
Do you have an office in Anchorage?
No. I provide secure telehealth psychotherapy throughout Alaska and offer in-person EMDR Intensive Therapy in Fairbanks.
Is telehealth EMDR therapy effective?
Research supports telehealth-delivered EMDR for many individuals when clinically appropriate. During your consultation, we'll discuss whether telehealth is a good fit for your circumstances.
How do I know whether I need weekly therapy or an intensive?
That decision is made together during your consultation after reviewing your history, treatment goals, availability, and clinical needs.
Can I start with telehealth and later complete an intensive?
Yes. Some clients begin with telehealth for consultation, assessment, preparation, and treatment planning before traveling to Fairbanks for EMDR reprocessing during an intensive. This hybrid approach can reduce travel time while ensuring appropriate preparation before intensive treatment.
Do people travel from Anchorage for EMDR intensives?
Yes. Some Anchorage residents choose to travel to Fairbanks because they appreciate the opportunity to step away from daily demands, focus fully on treatment, and complete an EMDR Intensive in a private setting.
Why choose telehealth instead of finding a therapist closer to home?
Many people do work successfully with local therapists. Others decide that finding the right clinical fit is more important than geographic proximity. Secure telehealth allows Anchorage residents to access specialized EMDR therapy anywhere in Alaska while remaining in their own homes.
Continue Learning
If you're exploring whether EMDR therapy is the right fit, these resources may help you better understand trauma, recovery, and your treatment options.
Schedule Your Consultation
Whether you're considering weekly EMDR therapy or an EMDR intensive, the first step is simply having a conversation.
During your confidential 30–60 minute consultation, we'll discuss your goals, review what has and hasn't worked in previous treatment, answer your questions, and determine the treatment approach that best fits your needs.
If EMDR is the right fit, we'll develop a treatment plan tailored to your situation. If another approach is more appropriate, I'll help you understand your options.
There is no obligation to move forward.
Schedule Your Consultation
A confidential 30–60 minute consultation designed to help determine the treatment approach that's right for you.
Limited appointment availability each month.
Look at Dr. Curtis’ calendar for available days to book a complimentary consultation.
A consultation is simply an opportunity to ask questions, discuss your goals, and determine whether EMDR therapy is the right fit for you. There is no obligation to begin treatment.
Serving Adults Throughout Alaska
Dr. Yvette Curtis provides secure telehealth EMDR therapy for adults throughout Alaska, including Anchorage, Fairbanks, Wasilla, Palmer, Eagle River, Juneau, Kenai, Soldotna, and surrounding communities. In-person EMDR Intensive Therapy is offered in Fairbanks for individuals who prefer a concentrated treatment format following consultation and assessment.