Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
A powerful, evidence-based approach that clears traumatic memories fast — often in just 1–3 sessions. And here's the part that surprises most people: you don't even have to talk about your trauma for it to work.
Book an Appointment"What if you could put down something you've been carrying for years — in just a few sessions, without having to relive it out loud? That's what ART makes possible."
Stop managing your trauma. Actually clear it.
If you've spent months — or years — in talk therapy trying to process something painful, and it still hijacks you, still shows up in your body, still feels as vivid and destabilizing as the day it happened, you are not broken. You haven't failed at healing. You may just need a different tool.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) was developed in 2008 by therapist Laney Rosenzweig. It combines eye movements (similar to EMDR), guided visualization, and a process called memory rescripting into a streamlined protocol that produces results significantly faster than most traditional approaches. In my practice, I use ART alongside other modalities — IFS, somatic techniques, and EFT — so we can meet you where you are and use whatever combination of approaches gets you the best results.
I am trained in ART and offer it via secure telehealth for all Nevada residents, so you can do this work from the privacy and comfort of your own home.
What the research actually shows
ART has a growing and genuinely impressive evidence base. Here are the numbers from peer-reviewed studies — no spin.
How does ART actually work?
Traumatic memories get stuck. Not just emotionally — neurologically. When something overwhelming happens, the brain sometimes fails to process and file the memory the way it does with ordinary experiences. Instead, it stays "live," loaded with the same emotional charge and physical sensations as the original event. That's why a smell, a sound, or a look on someone's face can throw you right back.
ART works directly with that stuck memory. Through guided eye movements — you follow my hand moving back and forth while holding the memory in mind — your brain enters a state that allows it to process and reconsolidate the memory differently. Then, through visualization and rescripting, the emotional and physical charge attached to the memory is replaced with something new.
The facts of what happened don't change. The grip it has on you does.
You don't have to talk about what happened.
This is the part that makes ART genuinely different from most trauma therapy — and it matters enormously for people who have been re-traumatized by repeatedly recounting painful experiences.
In an ART session, you hold the memory in your mind, but you don't have to verbalize the details to me. You don't have to explain what happened, describe the worst moments, or relive it out loud. The processing happens internally, guided by the protocol, while I direct the eye movements and visualization process.
Many clients find this is what finally makes it possible to work on things they've never been able to talk about in traditional therapy. Your privacy is fully intact — and the results are the same.
What can ART be used for?
ART is most studied for trauma and PTSD, but trained therapists use it effectively across a wide range of issues — especially where talk therapy has stalled.
Trauma & PTSD
- Childhood trauma
- Sexual trauma & assault
- Accidents & medical trauma
- Combat & first responder trauma
- Complex PTSD
Anxiety & Fear
- Generalized anxiety
- Phobias
- Panic attacks
- Social anxiety
- Performance anxiety
Grief & Loss
- Complicated bereavement
- Sudden or traumatic loss
- Grief that hasn't resolved with traditional therapy
Relationship & Identity Wounds
- Attachment trauma
- Relationship abuse recovery
- Shame & self-worth
- Distressing body image
Depression & Burnout
- Depression rooted in specific painful memories
- Chronic stress & burnout
- Emotional exhaustion
Other Applications
- Insomnia linked to trauma
- Cancer-related distress
- Issues where talk therapy hasn't been enough
What to expect in an ART session
Sessions are typically 60–75 minutes. Here's what a session looks like from start to finish.
Identify the target
We start by identifying the memory, image, or issue you want to work on, and clarifying what you're hoping to feel differently at the end.
Eye movement sets
While holding the target in mind, you follow my hand moving back and forth. Between sets I'll ask simple questions about what you're noticing — there's nothing you can get "wrong."
Rescripting
You actively change the imagery associated with the memory — replacing the distressing mental images with something you choose. The protocol guides this process.
Check in & close
We end by checking how the memory feels now. Most clients describe it as distant, neutral, or like it happened to someone else. The grip is gone — even if the memory remains.
Common questions about ART
How is ART different from EMDR?
Both ART and EMDR use bilateral eye movements and are grounded in how the brain processes traumatic memories. The key difference is structure and speed. EMDR is longer-form — typically 8–12+ sessions with significant preparation time. ART is more streamlined and directive, with a specific protocol that tends to move faster. ART also places a stronger emphasis on visualization and rescripting, which many people find more concrete and intuitive. Neither is universally better, but for people who want faster results or have tried EMDR without full success, ART is absolutely worth exploring.
What if I've already tried therapy for this and it didn't help?
You're not alone — and this is actually one of the most common reasons people come to me for ART. Talk therapy is genuinely valuable, but insight doesn't always produce change. You can understand exactly why you react the way you do and still react that way. ART works at the level of the brain's stored memory, not just the narrative around it — which is why it can produce results where traditional approaches have stalled.
Do I really not have to describe my trauma?
Correct. You hold the memory internally — I don't need to know the details for the protocol to work. Many clients find it's the first approach that finally makes it possible to address things they've never been able to talk about. Your story stays yours.
Is ART right for me if I have complex or long-term trauma?
ART works well for complex trauma, though more sessions may be needed than for a single-incident trauma. For clients with extensive histories, I often combine ART with IFS and somatic work to support the deeper relational and nervous-system healing that goes alongside the memory processing. We'll figure out the right approach together in our first session.
Is ART available via telehealth?
Yes. I offer ART via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth for all Nevada residents. Research shows telehealth has equivalent outcomes to in-person therapy for most issues — and for many people, being in their own home actually makes it easier to do this kind of work. No commute, no waiting room, just effective therapy from wherever you are in Nevada.
Ready to find out if ART is right for you?
If you're tired of carrying something you've been working on for a long time, or talk therapy hasn't gotten you where you want to be — book a free 15-minute call. No pressure, no commitment. Just a real conversation about what you're dealing with and whether ART makes sense as a starting point.
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