EMDR Therapy · Hertfordshire
EMDR Therapy in Hertfordshire
I'm Kate Ramsay, a BACP Accredited counsellor and EMDR therapist with over 18 years' experience. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) from my quiet therapy room in Knebworth, a short journey from Stevenage, Welwyn, Hitchin and Hatfield — and online for anyone in Hertfordshire who would rather not travel.
What EMDR Actually Involves
EMDR is a structured, evidence-based therapy recommended by NICE for post-traumatic stress. It uses bilateral stimulation — usually guided eye movements or gentle tapping — while you briefly hold a difficult memory in mind. Over time the memory tends to lose its charge, so it feels like something that happened rather than something still happening.
You are never required to describe every detail out loud. Much of the work happens internally, at a pace you set, which many people find easier than traditional talking therapy.
How We Would Work Together
- Free introductory call — a no-pressure conversation to see whether EMDR fits what you're carrying.
- History and preparation — we map what we're working with and build grounding resources first.
- Reprocessing — targeted sessions on specific memories, always within your window of tolerance.
- Consolidation — checking what has shifted, and steadying the gains before we finish.
Getting to EMDR Sessions in Hertfordshire
By car
Knebworth sits just off the A1(M) between Stevenage and Welwyn Garden City. Free on-street parking is available close to the therapy room, so you can arrive unhurried.
By train
Knebworth station is minutes away on foot, with regular services from Stevenage, Hitchin, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield and London King's Cross.
Online across Hertfordshire
If you're in St Albans, Hertford, Letchworth or further afield, online EMDR via secure video removes the journey entirely — with the same protocol and pacing.
EMDR in Hertfordshire — Common Questions
Where in Hertfordshire do you offer EMDR therapy?
In-person EMDR sessions take place in my private therapy room in Knebworth, Hertfordshire, with free parking nearby. Knebworth station is a few minutes' walk, with direct trains from Stevenage, Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin and London.
How many EMDR sessions will I need?
For a single, recent incident many people need between 6 and 12 sessions. Complex or repeated trauma usually takes longer, because we spend more time on stabilisation and resourcing before any reprocessing begins. We review progress together as we go.
How much does EMDR therapy cost in Hertfordshire?
EMDR sessions are £100 for 50 minutes and £150 for extended 75-minute sessions, with a block of 8 x 75 minutes available at £1,100. Full details are on the fees page.
Can I have EMDR online instead of travelling?
Yes. Online EMDR is well established and works well for many clients across Hertfordshire and the wider UK. We would agree together whether online or in-person is the better fit for your situation.
Is EMDR covered by my health insurance?
I am registered with BUPA, Aviva, WPA, AXA and Healix. Check your policy for the number of sessions authorised, then get in touch and I will confirm the process.
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Start With a Free, No-Commitment Call
There's no pressure and nothing to decide on the call — it's simply a chance to ask questions and see whether working together feels right.
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