Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Overcome difficult past experiences and focus on the solution
Available in-person in Calgary and virtually across Alberta.
Sometimes, you know exactly what is bothering you. A particular experience, memory or situation may still bring up a strong emotional or physical reaction, even though you know it happened in the past. Other times, it's less clear. You may simply notice that certain situations leave you feeling anxious, stuck on edge or overwhelmed.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an approach that can help you work through distressing experiences in a structured and focused way. It may be a good fit if you're looking for a different way to process difficult experiences and move forward without feeling that you need to talk through every detail.
What Is Accelerated Resolution Therapy?
Accelerated Resolution Therapy, or ART, is a form of psychotherapy that combines guided eye movements with visualization and other therapeutic techniques.
During an ART therapy session, you'll work with a trained therapist to focus on a difficult memory, experience or issue. Guided eye movements are used alongside a structured process that helps you notice and work with the images, sensations and reactions connected to it.
Is This How You Feel?
ART therapy might be beneficial for you if:
A past experience still feels emotionally present, even though it happened some time ago
Certain places, situations, sounds, or reminders bring up a strong reaction
You find yourself replaying an event or wishing you could stop thinking about it
You avoid certain situations because of how they make you feel
You feel anxious, on edge or easily overwhelmed.
You know why something bothers you, but talking about it hasn't brought the relief you were hoping for
You feel ready to work on something that has been taking up more space in your life than you'd like
How Can Accelerated Resolution Therapy Help You?
ART therapy provides a structured way to work with difficult memories, emotions and reactions. During ART therapy sessions, we may focus on the images, sensations, thoughts or situations that feel distressing. You'll be guided through the process at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Depending on your needs, ART may help you:
Work through fears or phobias
Manage anxiety and distress
Process experiences that continue to feel unresolved
Feel less affected by triggers or reminders
Reduce the emotional intensity connected to a difficult memory
Address recurring images or thoughts connected to past experiences
You remain a crucial part of the process throughout therapy. You do not need to share every detail of a difficult experience for us to begin the work.
The number of sessions varies from person to person and depends on what you're working through. Some people notice meaningful changes relatively quickly, while others benefit from a longer course of therapy.
Meet Lara, Experienced ART Therapist in Calgary
REGISTERED PROVISIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST | CANADIAN CERTIFIED COUNSELLOR
Hi, I’m Lara.
I work with people who are dealing with experiences that continue to affect how they feel, think, or respond — even when those experiences are in the past. Sometimes you know exactly what you want to work on. Other times, you may simply notice that certain memories, situations, or triggers still bring up a strong reaction and you're ready for things to feel different.
My approach is practical, supportive and tailored to you. With Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), we can work with difficult experiences in a structured way, without you having to revisit or describe every detail. My background has taken me through different work environments, including photography, hospitals and now counselling. Along the way, I’ve learned how important it is to listen carefully, understand the bigger picture and meet people where they are.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed by certain experiences, or simply ready to work through something that has been affecting you, we can start there.
I'm glad you're here.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy in Calgary: FAQs
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ART involves fast eye movements and is a highly structured process. Talk therapy relies on verbal discussions between the client and therapist, while ART helps recode the brain - changing how it stores painful images and memories. It can bring relief in fewer sessions.
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While both are evidence-based therapies using eye movements to process the brain’s response to trauma, EMDR can take longer to experience relief. It generally takes 6 to 12+ sessions of focusing on deep cognitive belief changes across eight stages in EMDR, while the highly scripted ART treatment focuses on rapid visual replacement and can be effective in as few as 1 to 5 sessions.
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After a brief introduction to the ART process, you can expect to focus on one distressing memory or event. The first session will involve targeting that memory or event. Then you will be guided through the script, ending with grounding you at the end of the session. This initial session is about 90 minutes long.
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You can fill out the contact or Get in Touch form and I will reach out to you with dates and times that I have available. All free consultations are virtual consultations.
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Most insurance companies will cover psychology services. You may have to reach out to your insurance company to ask about what is covered.
Specifics You Need to Know About Accelerated Resolution in Calgary
Office location
Suite #214,
30 Springborough Blvd SW
Calgary, AB
Payment options
E-Transfer
Credit Card
Debit Card
Cost per session
Individual (50 min sessions) - $210
Couples/parents (50 min sessions) - $210
In-Person and Virtual Appointments available
In-Person and Virtual Appointments available
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Start Today with a Free Initial Consultation
Starting a new type of therapy can bring many questions and even doubts. You may be wondering whether ART counselling is the right approach for you, what an ART session looks like, or whether now is the right time to begin.
That’s why I warmly invite you to book a non-committal call with me. This free 15-minute consultation will give you the opportunity to ask those questions, share a little about what you're hoping to work on and get a sense of whether working together feels like a good fit. And don’t worry, you are not expected to start full therapy after this call if you don’t feel like you’re ready to take this step.
I look forward to talking to you!
Lara Palset