EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory of Vetted EMDR Therapists

EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Therapist Directory — the world's largest wiki-style resource for EMDR therapy, combining a comprehensive encyclopedia of evidence-based psychology with a global catalogue of vetted EMDR therapists . We strive to include therapists who can see clients face-to-face in all major cities of the world — from New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago to London, Berlin, Paris, Dubai, Tokyo, and Seoul. Our team of experienced psychologists with advanced degrees work exclusively in evidence-based therapy methods : EMDR Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Systemic Family Therapy.

The project lead and several therapists trained directly with the most respected EMDR educators in the world: Mark Nickerson (USA), Bruce Hersey (USA), Thomas Zimmerman (USA), and Mark Brayne (UK). Training is accredited by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA, USA).

We provide services online worldwide and face-to-face in select cities across the globe. Sessions are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese, and other languages. For public figures and C-level executives, we offer a "100% Anonymous Therapy" format using AI-powered face and voice masking technology.

Our primary goal is not just to understand the root causes of your difficulties, but to improve your psycho-emotional state starting from the very first session .

1. About the Project

The project was founded by a team of like-minded professionals convinced that psychotherapy must be grounded in evidence-based methods while preserving the human dimension. All our specialists hold advanced degrees in psychology or medicine and pursue ongoing professional development.

The project lead and several therapists trained to EMDRIA (EMDR International Association, USA) standards directly with the most renowned EMDR educators in the world: Mark Nickerson (USA) — author of "The Wounds of Attachment: EMDR for Relational Trauma," Bruce Hersey (USA) — leading expert in dissociative disorders, Thomas Zimmerman (USA) — expert in complex trauma and C-PTSD, and Mark Brayne (UK) — one of the pioneers of EMDR in Europe.

2. Focus Areas

We work with a broad spectrum of psychological difficulties, using an individualized approach and evidence-based methods.

2.1 Trauma & Crisis

• Therapy for PTSD and C-PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex PTSD)
• Processing the effects of emotional and physical abuse, adverse childhood experiences
• Aftermath of car accidents and combat exposure
• Support through difficult life circumstances: painful breakups, divorce, bereavement
• Forced emigration, job loss, or bankruptcy

2.2 Difficult Emotions & States

• Relief from acute states: anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, insomnia
• Emotional regulation: working through shame, guilt, deep-seated resentment, and uncontrollable anger
• Overcoming apathy, depressive episodes, and severe burnout
• Stabilization for emotional swings and mood instability (including supportive therapy for BPD and Bipolar Disorder )
• Rebuilding self-worth and freeing yourself from destructive self-criticism

2.3 Relationships & Social Challenges

• Overcoming social anxiety, shyness, and the people-pleasing pattern
• Working through fear of judgment, rejection, and dependence on others' opinions
• Breaking free from inhibition: building confident communication skills
• Resolving communication difficulties: conflict avoidance or excessive emotional reactivity

2.4 Career, Business & Peak Performance

• Psychological preparation for public speaking , high-stakes negotiations, and job interviews
• Diagnosing and resolving workplace stress, impostor syndrome, and fear of career change
• Person–Job Fit assessment (matching personal traits to role demands)
• Executive consulting: team management, boundary setting
• In-depth career guidance and counseling for adults and adolescents

3. Team

All specialists hold advanced degrees in psychology or medicine and work within evidence-based approaches. Our team includes more than 10 specialists across various disciplines of scientific psychotherapy.

Specialist	Qualification	Specialization
Ilia Tsa	Cognitive-Behavioral, Organizational & Career Psychologist, EMDR Therapist	EMDR, CBT, career, business consulting. Trained by: M. Nickerson, B. Hersey, T. Zimmerman (USA), M. Brayne (UK)
Vasily Serov	Psychiatrist, EMDR Therapist	Medication support, EMDR, psychiatric diagnostics
Anna Ivanova	Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Therapist	PTSD, anxiety disorders, clinical psychodiagnostics
Dmitry Volkov	Social Anxiety & Social Skills Psychologist, EMDR Therapist	Social anxiety, social skills development, PTSD, C-PTSD
Elena Orlova	Neuropsychologist, EMDR Therapist	Neuropsychological assessment, TBI, cognitive disorders, EMDR
Anna Soboleva	Systemic Family Therapist, EFT Therapist, EMDR Practitioner	Couples therapy, family crises, EFT, EMDR
Maria Petrova	Family Psychologist, EMDR Therapist	Family crises, parent-child relationships, EMDR
Ulyana K.	Family Psychologist, EMDR Therapist	Family therapy, relationship crises, EMDR
Alexey Smirnov	Child Psychologist, EMDR Therapist	Child psychology, adolescent crises, EMDR for children
Olga Kuznetsova	Business Psychologist, EMDR Therapist	Business consulting, career coaching, EMDR
Natalya Belova	Coach, Wingwave Coach & EMDR Therapist	Coaching, Wingwave, EMDR, working through blocks and procrastination

4. Formats & Principles

Integrative Evidence-Based Approach

We use EMDR Therapy , all branches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, and other scientifically validated psychotherapy methods.

Global & Multilingual Practice

Sessions are conducted in English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese, and more . We work with clients worldwide via secure online video sessions and face-to-face in select cities.

Absolute Confidentiality

For public figures and C-level executives, we offer a "100% Anonymous Therapy" format using AI-powered face and voice masking technology.

Transparent Start

We offer a free 20-minute introductory session so you can meet your therapist, discuss your situation, and outline an effective treatment plan — with no obligation.

5. Contact & Booking

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6. See Also

• Ilia Tsa — CBT, Organizational & Career Psychologist, EMDR Therapist
• Vasily Serov — Psychiatrist, EMDR Therapist
• Anna Ivanova — Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Therapist
• Dmitry Volkov — Social Anxiety, Social Skills, EMDR
• Elena Orlova — Neuropsychologist, EMDR Therapist
• Anna Soboleva — Systemic Family Therapist, EFT, EMDR
• Maria Petrova — Family Psychologist, EMDR Therapist
• Ulyana K. — Family Psychologist, EMDR Therapist
• Alexey Smirnov — Child Psychologist, EMDR Therapist
• Olga Kuznetsova — Business Psychologist, EMDR Therapist
• Natalya Belova — Coach, Wingwave Coach, EMDR Therapist
• EMDR — Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Francine Shapiro