EMDR Therapy CORNWALL
CORNWALL BASED Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing tHERAPY
I am an accredited EMDR therapist with over 20 years of experience working within NHS mental health services. I offer in-person EMDR therapy sessions in Cornwall for adults who may be struggling with trauma, anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, low mood, panic, or distressing and “stuck” experiences from the past.
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EMDR can help the brain safely process experiences that continue to feel emotionally overwhelming in the present. I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you feel supported, prepared and contained throughout the process.
I also continue to offer online therapy sessions across the UK. However, some people prefer to attend in person therapy sessions in Cornwall. My therapy room is a calm and supportive space. In person sessions are a good option if you don't have somewhere private to have online therapy or just prefer to meet in person.
I have known Romina for 20 years and would have no hesitation in recommending her as a private therapist. In her NHS work I found her competent and skilled with good common sense.
She consistently demonstrated kindness, compassion and humour.
She is trustworthy and hard-working, and genuinely motivated to help people and deliver effective therapy.
Adrian Sellers
I have known Romina for many years, observing her work within the mental health team in the NHS. I have always been deeply moved by her natural ability in identifying the psychological causes for people's suffering, and her warmth and down to earth approach in supporting those people to look at those causes. I have recommended many people to her private practice, knowing that they will all have the benefit of her profound experience.
Carey Sumpter
Romina is an exceptionally skilled and compassionate therapist whose experience really shows in her work. She brings warmth, professionalism, and integrity to everything she does, and creates a safe, thoughtful therapeutic space. Her dedication and genuine care are clear, and she consistently works to a very high standard. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending her to anyone looking for high-quality psychological therapy.
Charlotte U
Why Some People Prefer In-Person Therapy In Cornwall
While online therapy is just as effective as in person, some people prefer to meet in person. In person sessions are a good option if you don't have a private space to have online sessions, if you don't have a good internet connection or you just prefer to meet in person.
For some people, having a calm space away from the pressures of everyday life can help them focus more during therapy sessions.
I offer in person EMDR therapy sessions in Victoria, Cornwall, working with adults from St Austell, Truro, Newquay, Bodmin, Wadebridge and surrounding areas.
Why Choose An Accredited EMDR Therapist In Cornwall
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision and it is important to find someone you feel safe and comfortable working with.
I am an EMDR Accredited Practitioner with over 20 years of experience working within NHS mental health services.
I offer evidence-based EMDR therapy in Cornwall, helping adults process traumatic or “stuck” experiences in a way that feels safe, structured and manageable. My approach is compassionate, collaborative and carefully paced around your individual needs.
Where To Find Me
I offer in-person EMDR therapy sessions from a private and comfortable space in Victoria, Cornwall. This is only a short 2 minute drive from the A30 and Cornwall Services.
The location is easily accessible from surrounding areas, including St Austell, Bodmin, Wadebridge, Truro, Newquay and Liskeard.
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Contact me to book a session or a free 15 minute call.
Telephone: 07707 876 440 | Email: atlantictherapies@gmail.com
OR fill out my online contact form
Please note: In-person sessions are by appointment only.
WHAT IS EMDR?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) was originally developed by Clinical Psychologist Francine Shapiro in 1987 for PTSD, and is now recognised as an effective therapy for a wide range of difficulties linked to traumatic or distressing experiences.
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People often come to EMDR because they’re experiencing:​
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intrusive memories, flashbacks or distressing images
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anxiety, panic, phobias or health anxiety
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low mood or feeling overwhelmed
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low self-esteem, shame and self-criticism
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OCD and intrusive thoughts (including when EMDR is part of a broader plan)
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grief and loss
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the impact of bullying, emotional neglect, or difficult early experiences
HOW EMDR WORKS
I often explain this using the idea of two memory “filing cabinets”.
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In everyday life, your brain processes experiences and files them away so they feel like the past. But when something is traumatic or overwhelming, the brain can switch into a survival response (fight/flight/freeze). When that happens, the experience may not get processed in the usual way. It can remain “stuck”, and then get triggered in the present by reminders—through emotions, body sensations, thoughts, and images.
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EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (often eye movements or tapping) to help restart the brain’s natural processing system, so the memory can be “date stamped” and stored in a way that feels more distant, like a faded photo rather than something happening right now. You won’t forget what happened, but it can feel less intense and less intrusive, so you have more choice and freedom.
WHAT TO EXPECT
1) Assessment and understanding what’s going on
We build a shared picture of what you’re struggling with, what may have contributed to it, and what is keeping it going now.
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2) Preparation and stabilisation (skills first)
Before any reprocessing, I help you develop coping strategies so you feel ready and able to stay grounded. This part matters. It helps EMDR feel safer, more contained, and manageable.
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3) Reprocessing at your pace
When you feel ready, we work through specific memories in a planned way. I’ll guide the process, and we’ll keep it within your “window of tolerance” so you can leave sessions feeling able to return to daily life.
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4) Review and moving forward
As things settle, we focus on strengthening new learning, building confidence, and supporting you to maintain progress.
CLIENT FEEDBACK
My therapy sessions with Romina have been incredible. I instantly felt at ease during my first session. Romina created a very safe space to open up in. She has provided me with solid techniques that I will continue to use in life.
I will be forever grateful for the help and support Romina gave me during our sessions and cannot recommend her enough. Thanks so much once again.
When I finally agreed to get help with my OCD, I was still very hesitant and whilst I knew I needed help I was very skeptical that anyone would be able to help me, especially during the pandemic.
With any form of therapy, you need a therapist that you can trust and open up to. My first consultation with Romina changed my skeptical perspective, and I immediately knew that I would be able to trust and open up to her.

All I can say is that the change I feel within myself, and the changes my family see in me is all testimate to Romina. EMDR is an amazing tool in her arsenal, and that combined with her lovely manner, and ability to get me to open up and make changes have reduced my OCD and anxieties to a manageable level despite the ongoing pandemic.
From start to finish Romina has been fantastic and quite honestly life changing for me. We started with CBT and some EDMR, I was scared at first, but as soon as we began, I realised there was nothing to be worried about. I was able to be completely honest, vulnerable and always felt safe within our sessions. I've learnt so much, not only about myself, but how to help anxiety and cope with other things throughout the rest of my life. From our very first session, I already was seeing positive changes in myself, I really couldn't believe it. My only regret would be not picking up the phone sooner and making my first appointment.
I cannot recommend Romina highly enough. In my time working with her, I have achieved more self growth than I ever could have imagined. Romina always provided me a safe and trusting relationship, sound advice, and excellent tools and skills which both supported and pushed me.
While I'm sure I'm not completely cured, I have learnt from Romina that healing is not a constant. And in leaving her, Romina has ensured that I can feel more than capable than ever to take on whatever life throws at me next. I am very sad to leave her, but her help will last with me my entire life time. And I'm certain she'll go on now to benefit someone else in the same way.
My therapy with Romina has changed my life. I am no longer anxious, which feels amazing. I have been anxious all my life and never thought I would be free from the holds of anxiety.
Romina teaches you to be your own therapist, which gives you confidence and freedom. Romina is very understanding and caring, allowing you to open up. Romina always ensured that you were happy with the session and the plan.
I had both cognitive behavioural therapy and eye movement desensitisation therapy which were brilliant. I really recommend Romina as a therapist.
After a couple of traumatic life events and feeling the need to talk to someone, I was recommended to Romina by a friend. From the outset, Romina was kind, professional and immediately put me at my ease. The online nature of the sessions suited me, as I have a puppy and I could be comfortable at home with him during sessions. In addition, I found the EMDR part of the therapy extremely powerful and Romina's management of these sessions was excellent. I never came away from time with Romina without feeling better able to cope and somewhat lighter within myself. I can highly recommend Romina as being someone who helped me immensely during a very dark period in my life and I am so grateful to have found her. Should I need further help in the future, I would not hesitate in getting back in touch.
During the period of lockdown I suffered terribly with OCD and a number of issues surrounding it. Since then, I recently made contact with Romina who provided me with structured and sensitive therapy delivered in a relaxed and humanistic way. She was able to furnish me with a new set of tools which would allow me to rationalise what was happening to me, whilst at the same time take events, feelings, and emotions, and pick them apart in a logical and positive manner.
My therapy with Romina has undoubtedly changed my life for the better and I am beginning to thrive, not just survive.
Working with Romina was a priceless experience for me. We firstly dealt with my depression and different ways I could process my emotions and different triggering situations. We focused on systems to help me better navigate my life along with mindfulness practices which help to keep me centred and greatly reduce my anxiety levels.
During the process we discovered that actually a lot of the confusion and frustration in life stems from me having ADHD which I had never considered. I have now been diagnosed and understanding the ADHD way of thinking makes it feel much more comfortable to be ME.
I would highly recommend Romina's services.
Romina is a brilliant therapist. I came to her really struggling with anxiety, low mood and low self-esteem following various challenges as a teenager and in more recent years. I found the balance of talking therapy and EMDR in my sessions perfect and Romina is such an empathetic and motivating therapist. Our work together has really changed my life and I feel so grateful to be back to my old self, but a happier and stronger version. Thank you!
I offer face to face EMDR sessions in Victoria, Cornwall. Just a few minutes drives from the A30 and Cornwall Services. Just a few minutes from the A30 and Cornwall Services, easily accessible from areas including St Austell, Truro, Newquay, Bodmin, Wadebridge and surrounding areas. There is free parking onsite.
Yes. Some people prefer the flexibility of online therapy, while others find attending sessions in person feels more appropriate. We can discuss which option may feel most suitable for you.
Yes. EMDR is an evidence-based therapy recognised for helping people process traumatic or distressing experiences, including PTSD low mood, low self esteem and complex trauma.
EMDR can help with a range of difficulties including trauma, anxiety, OCD, panic and intrusive thoughts. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation where we can discuss your difficulties and whether EMDR may be appropriate for your needs.
