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Starting EMDR therapy in Hoffman Estates

What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a specialized psychotherapeutic approach that focuses on assisting individuals in processing traumatic memories, diminishing their emotional intensity, and facilitating the integration of the traumatic experience into their past, enabling them to progress in their lives. This process follows four steps: history-taking, preparing the client, assessing the target memory, and processing the memory and finding an adaptive resolution. After this, Thriveworks EMDR therapists in Hoffman Estates will continue to help individuals process the memory and evaluate the results of the treatment to ensure its effectiveness.

Who could benefit from EMDR?

EMDR is primarily employed to aid individuals who have endured trauma, including those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and who have experienced other distressing life events.

Who should not do EMDR?

EMDR therapy is generally less suitable for individuals currently experiencing acute trauma or those who have not yet acquired fundamental coping and distress tolerance skills. To engage in EMDR therapy effectively, one must possess a certain degree of distress tolerance.

What is the success rate of EMDR therapy?

EMDR tends to be very effective in relieving the negative symptoms associated with trauma. In a study performed by Francine Shapiro called The Role of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Medicine: Addressing the Psychological and Physical Symptoms Stemming from Adverse Life Experiences (2014), results showed that after just three EMDR sessions, 84% of participants reported a remission of PTSD diagnosis. EMDR will often have a higher success rate for survivors of a single traumatic event than for those who have experienced repeated or multiple instances of trauma when EMDR is performed for the same amount of time. This is due to the increased intensity of the trauma and the need to process multiple events.

How much does EMDR therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Is EMDR therapy conducted in person or online?

If you’re looking for EMDR therapists in Hoffman Estates, IL, you’re in luck. EMDR therapy at Thriveworks can be conducted both in person at one of our many offices around the U.S. and online via remote video conferencing. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many sessions is EMDR usually?

Generally, EMDR is a shorter-term therapy, typically encompassing multiple sessions. While some individuals may make substantial progress within just a few sessions, others may opt for an extended treatment period, particularly if dealing with complex or severe trauma or conditions.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Hoffman Estates accept 27 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners IPA

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners Kane County

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners Silver Cross

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO - Blue Choice

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Essential Health Partners

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Self-pay costs at Hoffman Estates
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
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My therapist Dr Barbara Webb is the best she's so helpful to me I'm keeping her forever
Kristin Sep 2025
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Scary feeling first going into therapy but Alison really made it easier and easier every session
Kevin Sep 2025
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I appreciated to have someone listen.
Alyssa Jun 2025
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I appreciate you having a bilingual therapist and her professionalism and understanding of my situation.
Yolanda Jun 2025
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I felt comfortable and heard
Tracy Jun 2025
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Working with Dr. Christina Geiselhart has been a very positive experience. Each session has provided me with valuable insights as well as practical actions to move forward. I highly recommend her as both a talented clinician, and as someone who truly cares about her clients.
Read more Working with Dr. Christina Geiselhart has been a very positive experience. Each session has provided me with valuable insights as well as practical actions to move forward. I highly recommend her as both a talented clinician, and as someone who truly cares about her clients.
Terese Jun 2025
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I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have met my counselor Brittany Lafin through your practice. She was very attentive in our first meeting where I explained what I was seeking out of counseling, and I immediately felt very confident that she would be able to help me get to where I want to be, and was comfortable with her. Throughout the year or so that I've been in counseling with her, I have grown so much. The people around me notice the positive changes in my life, and she helped me gain perspective and be goal oriented without being too overwhelmed by change. She helped me find the confidence and strength to leave a toxic relationship, refocus on myself and find out what my goals truly are, and be able to start making my dreams reality. Throughout my life, I've had many counselors and therapists, but I've never found one that I've connected with as well as Brittany. She is realistic and firm, while being empathetic and validating. She has been very flexible with scheduling and I cannot say enough good things about her. Thank you!
Read more I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have met my counselor Brittany Lafin through your practice. She was very attentive in our first meeting where I explained what I was seeking out of counseling, and I immediately felt very confident that she would be able to help me get to where I want to be, and was comfortable with her. Throughout the year or so that I've been in counseling with her, I have grown so much. The people around me notice the positive changes in my life, and she helped me gain perspective and be goal oriented without being too overwhelmed by change. She helped me find the confidence and strength to leave a toxic relationship, refocus on myself and find out what my goals truly are, and be able to start making my dreams reality. Throughout my life, I've had many counselors and therapists, but I've never found one that I've connected with as well as Brittany. She is realistic and firm, while being empathetic and validating. She has been very flexible with scheduling and I cannot say enough good things about her. Thank you!
Jovana Jun 2025
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Dr Barbara webb is so helpful to me and she is very understanding I love Dr Webb so much. I want her to keep seeing me as much as possible. Way to go Dr Webb
Kristin Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks in Hoffman Estates, IL is located off of W Higgins Rd. We currently share a building with Quest Diagnostics and Bedrose Pediatrics, and East Branch Poplar Creek runs on the backside.

Phone number

(224) 267-9477

Languages spoken by IL providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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