Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a cutting-edge form of psychotherapy offered by Summer Counseling that helps Oakdale, Minnesota, residents resolve emotional pain quickly and effectively. Unlike traditional talk therapy, ART uses a combination of eye movements and memory visualization to change how distressing experiences are stored in the brain. The result? Relief from trauma, anxiety, grief, and more in just a few sessions.

So, How Does It Work?

When someone experiences trauma or intense stress, the brain may store those memories in a fragmented, emotionally charged way. This can lead to flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, and strong emotional reactions that seem to come out of nowhere. At its core, ART works with the brain’s natural ability to process and reframe painful memories. ART targets these stuck memories using rapid eye movements, similar to those that occur during REM sleep, to activate the brain's natural processing systems.

Real Results in No Time

ART is not only fast—it’s also gentle. While the memory of the traumatic event remains, the emotional intensity tied to it is diminished or completely neutralized. This process is called “Voluntary Image Replacement” and allows clients to replace distressing images with positive ones, giving them new perspectives and a sense of closure. Clients don’t need to describe their trauma in detail if they don’t want to. That makes it especially helpful for those recovering from PTSD, abuse, or loss.

Try It at Summer Counseling!

At Summer Counseling, our ART-certified therapists use this modality to help clients in Oakdale, MN, break free from the emotional weight of the past so they can feel calm, empowered, and present in their lives. If you’d like to give it a try, request a session today!