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Online EMDR Therapy Across Florida, Pensacola to Miami

Trauma and PTSD treatment by video, anywhere in the state.

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Serving a state that spans two time zones

Florida stretches roughly eight hundred miles end to end and crosses a time zone doing it. Dr. Brooks sees clients throughout, from Pensacola and Tallahassee in the Central-time Panhandle to Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Fort Myers, Miami and the Keys on Eastern time. If you are in the Panhandle you share his clock exactly; elsewhere in Florida you are one hour ahead of him.

Florida also has one of the largest veteran populations in the country, and post-traumatic stress is a substantial part of Dr. Brooks's practice. EMDR was developed specifically for PTSD and remains the method he turns to most, alongside work on anxiety, specific fears and cravings.

Treatment is delivered by secure video under PSYPACT, the compact that authorizes psychologists licensed in a member state to treat Florida residents. For clients in the rural Big Bend, the interior farm counties or the Panhandle's smaller towns, that removes a drive that could otherwise be most of a day.

Why Choose Remote EMDR at Dakota Trauma?

Experience profound changes and lasting relief with our expert care.

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    Reduce Emotional Distress

    Significantly lessen the intensity of painful emotions tied to past events.

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    Safe Trauma Processing

    Revisit and resolve traumatic memories without feeling overwhelmed.

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    Break Negative Patterns

    Change unhelpful thought processes and behaviors stemming from trauma.

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    Improve Relationships

    Heal attachment wounds and build healthier connections with others.

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    Increase Self-Esteem

    Develop a stronger sense of self-worth and confidence as you heal.

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    Experienced & Compassionate Care

    Receive guidance from Dr. Brooks, a dedicated professional with 30+ years of experience.

Care From the Panhandle to South Florida

Six focus areas, delivered by video in either of Florida's time zones.

Your Path to Healing: How EMDR Works

We follow a structured, supportive process tailored to your unique needs.

  1. Initial Consultation & Assessment

    A confidential discussion to understand your history, challenges, and therapeutic goals.

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  2. Treatment Planning & Preparation

    Developing a personalized EMDR plan and equipping you with coping skills.

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  3. Targeted EMDR Sessions

    Guided processing of specific traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation (eye movements, taps, or tones).

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What Florida Clients Say Changed

Descriptions of life after the memories stopped intruding.

  • The PTSD cure! I have been to many therapists and psychologists, but none as skilled and effective as Dr. Brooks. This is a very straight forward, simple therapy, and I am very impressed at how fast I felt the results. 100% recommend for anyone who is suffering!

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    Chris Padron

  • Dr. Brooks and EMDR greatly improved my mental health. It was refreshing to treat the issue without months and months of talk therapy. I would highly recommend Dr. Brooks’ approach to treating PTSD and anxieties.

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    Chettie and Michael Greer

  • I started seeing Dr. Brooks for EMDR therapy after experiencing many challenges and stressors. He has been such a huge part of my journey. I feel more like myself and am back to my normal routine. If you’re on the fence, I say try it and see it first hand change your life. He’s a great doctor and makes therapy enjoyable. I 100% recommend Dr. Brooks.

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    Karlee K

  • After many years of carrying around old and new trauma I was fortunate to have a friend tell me about Dr Brooks - he is an amazing individual and has helped me immensely - PTSD- childhood trauma - you name it - I feel Like a different new person and am ever so grateful for finding Dr Brooks - please contact him if you are struggling with PTSD or any trauma - he had changed my life 🥰

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    Jodi Jacobson

  • Dr. Brooks has been very helpful in working through a lot of things in my past. Basically, PTSD symptoms went away or were greatly lessened like nightmares, awful sleep, and "triggers". I highly recommend anyone struggling with stuff like this to see Dr. Brooks at Dakota Trauma Therapy.

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    GrizzlyOne95

  • The results I got from EDMR and Dr. Brooks far exceeded what I thought possible. If you have PTSD or past emotional trauma than I highly recommend you try Dakota Trauma Therapy and Dr. Brooks, I suffered needlessly for far too long when real help was a call away.

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    Northern Exposure

  • EMDR therapy helped me a lot. May seem simple, I was skeptical at first, but it really works.

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    Cat Sillitti

  • When I started therapy, I thought there was no way this treatment would be helpful. After 6 appointments, I can’t think of any trauma that needs to be treated. Thank you, Dr. Brooks. You were amazing.

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    Mary Nieuwsma

  • Dr. Brooks has been treating me for PTSD for years. His EMDR Therapy has allowed this veteran to once again sleep through the night and avoid daytime panic attacks. I highly recommend him.

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Dr. Brooks is standing by, ready to help.

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