Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

A new path to healing without the struggle.

If you’re feeling weighed down by past trauma, anxiety, or stress, but don’t want to spend years talking through painful memories, you’re not alone. This is a gentle, effective approach that helps you process and move forward. No endless talking, no reliving the pain—just real relief, faster than you thought possible

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What is ART?

Accelerated Resolution Therapy is fast, gentle, and evidence-based approach that helps people process and heal from trauma, anxiety, and stress.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by past experiences, anxiety, or trauma, you’re not alone. Sometimes, traditional talk therapy just takes too long to bring relief. That’s where Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) comes in.

ART is an evidence-based psychotherapy with a strong Somatic foundation and that can help people quickly overcome mental health challenges. People often experience relief for past issues within one to five sessions, but more sessions may be needed for ongoing or recurring issues. ART is not hypnotherapy.

ART is a fast, and gentle form of therapy designed to help people quickly process and heal from tough memories and emotions. Whether you’re dealing with past trauma, present day issues such as anxiety, or stress, ART can help you move forward without having to talk about or relive painful moments for long.

HOW DOES ART WORK?

A Gentle, Guided Process to Rewire Painful Memories and Find Relief

ART uses a combination of techniques to reprogram the way in which distressing memories and images are stored in the brain so that they no longer trigger strong physical and emotional reactions.  It’s a collaborative process, you are in charge and you move at your own pace. Here’s the basics of what a 60-90 min session will look like:

Preparation

First, we typically begin the ART session by reviewing your goals or issues, and explaining the process of ART, followed by asking you to focus on a specific memory or problem you’d like to work on.

Directed Nine step process

With a very specific and directive approach you will be guided though a 9 step process through the use of rapid side to side eye movements similar to how your eyes move while dreaming. This helps your brain process emotions, sensations and memories that may have been present for years.

Uncover Limiting Patterns

Through the process you will be guided to rescript how you see the upsetting memories, so they no longer cause the same distressing emotional reaction and physical sensations. It’s like clearing out old files from your mental filofax.

Debrief and closing

At the end of a session, we do a review and reinforce positive changes, guide you through grounding techniques if needed, and ensure you feel emotionally stable and supported before discussing future steps.

What Makes ART Different?

Fast, Gentle, and Effective Healing Without Reliving the Pain

This approach is designed to be effective, yet comfortable, so you can move forward with ease.

One of ART’s most powerful benefits is how quickly it works. Many people feel relief after just a few sessions.

ART isn’t about talking endlessly about your problems. Instead, it’s about actively replacing how your brain sees and feels about your memories.

ART helps you work through difficult images, physical sensations and emotions without diving deep into painful stories. It’s all about achieving healing without the discomfort of having to talk in detail about the problem.

Who Can Benefit from ART?

ART can help people with a variety of problems, here are a few:

  • Addictions/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Issues
  • Grief
  • Job-Related Stress
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
  • Pain Management
  • Panic Attacks
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Phobias
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FAQs About Accelerated Resolution Therapy

ART has been shown to help people experience real change in a shorter amount of time than traditional therapy. Many clients report feeling less anxious or distressed after just a few sessions. The therapy works by targeting the root causes of trauma or emotional struggles, offering lasting relief in a way that traditional talk therapy may not.

Most people experience the benefits of ART within 1 to 5 sessions.

ART is a safe treatment for many individuals, including those with PTSD, but as with any therapy, it’s important to have a proper assessment prior to ART sessions, to determine whether it’s appropriate for your specific situation.

An ART session involves focused eye movements which are calming and help to reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories, often leaving individuals feeling lighter or more at ease afterwards.

Yes, ART can still work for you, as it focuses on processing the emotional and physical responses to the trauma rather than requiring you to remember all the specific details of the past event.

ART can provide long-term relief for many individuals, but the need for follow-up sessions depends on the severity of your trauma and how well you respond to the treatment—some people may require a few sessions, while others may need periodic follow-ups for continued support or to address new issues.

“Healing doesn’t have to take years. Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a fast, gentle, and effective way to help you overcome emotional struggles, heal from past trauma, and build a more positive future.”

– Lyn Firth, MPCC, RQS

Is ART the right fit for you?

If you’ve been struggling with unresolved past trauma or ongoing present day challenges and feel stuck, ART might be the breakthrough you need. It’s especially helpful for those that don’t want to talk in detail about their trauma, anxiety, and other difficult issues.

ART can help you process difficult memories quickly, allowing you to move forward with a greater sense of peace.

Healing doesn’t have to take years. Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a fast, gentle, and effective way to help you overcome emotional struggles, heal from past trauma, and build a more positive future.

If you’re ready to get started or want to learn more about how ART can help you, reach out today. It could be the step you need to take toward living a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

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