Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an evidence-based, therapeutic approach designed to help individuals process and resolve traumatic memories, stress, and emotional pain quickly and effectively. By utilizing a combination of guided imagery and rapid eye movements, ART works to reframe distressing experiences in the brain, allowing you to move forward without the lingering impact of past events.
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How Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Works
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Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an effective, evidence-based approach that helps individuals process and reframe distressing memories without needing to relive them. Using guided imagery and rapid eye movements, ART allows the brain to reprocess trauma, anxiety, or other emotional challenges, reducing their emotional impact and helping you move forward with clarity and peace.
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Addiction-related behaviors
Anxiety and depression
Grief and loss
Phobias and fears
Trauma and PTSD
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In your ART session, you'll work with your therapist to focus on the specific issues you wish to address. While you won't be required to share detailed accounts of traumatic events, you'll be guided to mentally engage with those memories in a way that feels safe and manageable. The process may involve visualization techniques, breathing exercises, and guided movements to help your brain process and shift the emotional impact of the memory.
Clients often experience significant relief after just a few sessions, and many report feeling lighter, more empowered, and at peace. ART is an effective, compassionate approach that can help you find lasting resolution, regardless of how long you've been carrying these challenges. Your therapist will support you every step of the way, ensuring the therapy is tailored to your comfort level and needs.
Donna Balkwill
Registered Social Worker
Katherine Zelt
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Kimberley Hansen
Registered Marriage and Family Therapist,Canadian Certified Counsellor
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Booking for ART, Insurance and Direct Billing
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) can be booked as an individual treatment or integrated into therapy sessions with our ART Therapist’s. Before booking an ART session, a 15-minute meet-and-greet is required to ensure this approach aligns with your therapeutic goals. During this consultation, you will have the opportunity to connect with the therapist, discuss your objectives, and learn more about what to expect during your ART session.
Many of the services offered at Maliya may be eligible for insurance coverage. Before booking, please confirm your practitioner’s designation and if your insurance provider(s) are able to provide coverage.
Please note that we cannot guarantee coverage for any specific service, as eligibility depends on your individual insurance plan/policy. For this reason, we strongly recommend confirming your coverage details directly with your insurance provider prior to booking, including whether your service may be eligible under a Health Care Spending Account.
Once coverage has been confirmed, please contact us to determine whether we are able to direct bill your insurance company or if you will require an invoice receipt to submit for reimbursement.