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Remote EMDR Therapy for Missouri, St. Louis to the Ozarks

Trauma and PTSD care by video, from the cities out to the hills.

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Between the two cities, the map empties out

Missouri's mental health capacity sits mostly at its edges, around Kansas City and St. Louis, with smaller centers in Springfield, Columbia and Joplin. Through the Ozarks and the Bootheel the supply drops sharply, and clients there have long faced drives of an hour or more each way for specialized trauma care.

Video sessions remove that trip. Missouri runs on Central time, the same as Dr. Brooks in Bismarck, so an appointment at four means four and there is no conversion to get wrong.

He treats Missouri residents under PSYPACT, the compact that authorizes psychological practice across member state lines, and works primarily in EMDR: the structured protocol developed for post-traumatic stress and now used for anxiety, specific fears and cravings.

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 for Kansas City, St. Louis and the Ozarks

Six things Dr. Brooks treats, booked on Missouri's own clock.

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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Missouri Clients Look Back

What people say once the processing work is behind them.

  • 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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    Dawn-CDSci Ottman

Don't struggle alone.
Reach out today.

Dr. Brooks is standing by, ready to help.

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