MKD THERAPY
Why Legal Professionals Choose EMDR
Working in law exposes you to high-stress situations, vicarious trauma, and demanding caseloads. Whether you're dealing with the emotional impact of client cases, court-related stress, or workplace pressures, EMDR therapy offers a practical, evidence-based solution.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) helps you process difficult experiences without lengthy talk therapy. Sessions are efficient, confidential, and designed to fit around your professional commitments.
What Legal Professionals Experience
Many solicitors, barristers, and legal staff face unique mental health challenges:
Vicarious Trauma
Repeated exposure to distressing client cases (family law, criminal defence, child protection) can lead to secondary trauma. You may experience intrusive thoughts, emotional numbness, or difficulty separating work from personal life.
Long hours, billing targets, client demands, and professional perfectionism create sustained pressure that affects mental health and relationships.
Threatening clients, workplace conflicts, or professional complaints can leave lasting psychological impact.
Court-Related Stress
High-stakes litigation, cross-examination pressure, and courtroom anxiety can contribute to chronic stress and burnout.
Workplace Pressures
Specific Traumatic Events
How EMDR Works for You
EMDR therapy is particularly effective for legal professionals because it:
Works Efficiently
Sessions typically run 60-90 minutes. Many clients see significant improvement within 6-12 sessions, depending on the issue being addressed.
Maintains Confidentiality Your career depends on discretion. All sessions are completely confidential, with no requirement to disclose details to your employer or regulatory body.
Addresses Root Causes
Rather than just managing symptoms, EMDR helps your brain process traumatic memories so they no longer trigger distressing reactions.
Fits Your Schedule
Sessions available in-person in Preston or online via secure video call, making it easier to fit therapy around court dates and client commitments.
No Extended Leave Required
Unlike some therapeutic approaches, EMDR doesn't require time off work. You can continue your professional responsibilities while addressing the underlying issues.
What to Expect in EMDR Sessions
Initial Consultation
We'll discuss what's brought you to therapy, your professional context, and what you hope to achieve. This is also an opportunity to ask questions about the process and ensure EMDR is the right approach for you.
Preparation Phase
Before processing trauma, we'll establish coping strategies and ensure you feel safe and in control throughout the work.
Processing Phase
Using bilateral stimulation (eye movements or tactile methods), we'll help your brain reprocess distressing memories or experiences. You remain fully conscious and in control throughout.
Integration & Closure
Each session ends with grounding techniques to ensure you leave feeling stable and resourced, ready to return to your professional responsibilities.
Why Work with Marlena Davies?
Professional Understanding
Experience working with professionals who require discretion, efficiency, and results-focused therapy.
EMDR Child & Adolescent Therapist
Specialist training in working with children and young people affected by trauma.
BABCP Accredited
Fully accredited Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapist with specialist EMDR training.
Flexible Scheduling
Sessions available in-person in Preston or online throughout the UK. Evening and weekend appointments available to accommodate professional schedules.
EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner
Certified to the highest European standards for EMDR therapy delivery.
Confidential Environment
Private therapy rooms at The Mansions Business Hub in Preston, with discreet access and complete confidentiality.
Book Your Confidential Consultation
Room 3, The Mansions (Business Hub) 3 Chapel Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5DS
Session Options:
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In-person sessions in Preston
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Online sessions via secure Microsoft Teams
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Evening and weekend appointments available
Fees:
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Initial consultation: 60 minutes
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Standard sessions: 60-90 minutes
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Payment accepted via bank transfer or card
Contact: Call: 07976 502938
Email: MKDtherapy@outlook.com
FAQs for Legal Professionals
No. All therapy is completely confidential. You don't need to disclose therapy to your employer, and I cannot share information without your explicit consent (except in rare circumstances where there's serious risk of harm).
In need of urgent help?
MKD Therapy is not able to offer a crisis service. If you are experiencing high levels of distress and need urgent crisis support please contact your GP or the Accident and Emergency department at your local hospital.
For 24 Hour telephone help you can access:
NHS
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111 (non-emergency)
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999 (emergency)
Samaritans
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Tel: 116 123
LawCare (Legal Professionals Support)
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Tel: 0800 279 6888