Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

A fast, effective and evidence-informed therapy for trauma, anxiety, panic, and distressing memories—designed to create lasting change in fewer sessions.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a structured, trauma-focused approach that uses rapid eye movements, imagery rescripting, and guided visualization to help the brain replace painful images and sensations with more positive, adaptive ones.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, ART works directly with the brain’s memory and imagery systems, helping you resolve distress without having to retell the full details of your trauma. Many clients experience meaningful improvement within 1–5 sessions, making ART a strong option for individuals seeking fast and gentle relief.

ART is effective for trauma, anxiety, grief, panic attacks, intrusive memories, and overwhelming emotional responses. It is also well suited for clients who find talk therapy emotionally draining, repetitive, or difficult.

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What ART Helps With

A fast, effective and evidence-informed therapy for trauma, anxiety, panic, and distressing memories—designed to create lasting change in fewer sessions.

Trauma & PTSD (single-incident or repeated)
Flashbacks, nightmares & intrusive memories
Anxiety, panic attacks & phobias
Driving anxiety
Work-related trauma & burnout
Grief, loss & unresolved emotions
Pain-related distress and somatic symptoms
Medical trauma, birth trauma, accidents
Relationship triggers & attachment wounds
Self-criticism, shame & negative self-beliefs
Performance anxiety & emotional blocks

How Accelerated Resolution Therapy Works

A fast, effective and evidence-informed therapy for trauma, anxiety, panic, and distressing memories—designed to create lasting change in fewer sessions.

ART blends elements of EMDR, exposure, CBT, guided imagery and neuroscience-informed techniques.

1. Identify the Trigger or Issue

You choose a specific memory, situation, emotion, or physical sensation that you want to resolve.

2. Rapid Eye Movements

Your therapist guides you through smooth, rhythmic eye movements that reduce emotional activation and help the brain shift out of “fight or flight.”

3. Imagery Rescripting

You are guided to change the way your brain holds the memory by replacing distressing images with neutral or preferred ones—without altering the truth of what happened.

4. Emotional and Physiological Relief

ART often results in rapid decreases in anxiety, body tension, fear, and emotional overwhelm.

5. Strengthening New Patterns

You work with your therapist to reinforce healthier beliefs, calming responses, and adaptive emotional patterns.

ART is designed to be gentle, private, and highly structured—you never need to describe the full story unless you want to.

Who ART Is For

A fast, effective and evidence-informed therapy for trauma, anxiety, panic, and distressing memories—designed to create lasting change in fewer sessions.

This service is ideal for:

Adults seeking fast relief from trauma or distress
Clients overwhelmed by reliving or talking about painful memories
First responders, health-care workers & helping professionals
Individuals recovering from MVAs, assaults, medical procedures or sudden losses
People who feel “stuck” or unable to move past a specific event
Clients wanting emotional clarity and relief without long-term therapy

Sessions are available in person and online across Canada.

FAQ

1. How is ART different from EMDR?

ART focuses more on imagery rescripting and uses more guided visualization, often producing faster symptom relief with fewer sessions.

2. Do I have to talk about my trauma?

No. ART does not require detailed retelling. Many clients prefer this approach because it feels safer and more manageable.

3. How many sessions do people usually need?

Many clients experience significant change in 1–5 sessions, depending on the complexity of the issue.

4. Is ART evidence-based?

Yes. Research supports ART as an effective trauma treatment with strong outcomes for anxiety, PTSD, depression and stress-related symptoms.

5. Will ART work for anxiety or panic attacks?

Yes. ART is highly effective for anxiety triggered by specific memories, fears, or emotional patterns.

6. Is it safe to do ART online?

Yes. ART can be delivered virtually using adapted, secure bilateral stimulation techniques.