Testimonials

Due to the confidential nature of our therapy program, VRP is intentional about when and how we ask individuals to share their feedback and experiences. As our founder Elaine Wynne states, “We never want to ask someone to share their story before they are ready.”

We are committed to providing effective therapy and respecting each individual's choice. Whether they choose to share their experience or not, we are grateful for their trust and support throughout their health journey. 

““Changing the memories that form the way we see ourselves also changes the way we view others. Therefore, our relationships, job performance, what we are willing to do or are able to resist, all move in a positive direction.” ”
— Francine Shapiro, Getting Past Your Past

EMDR Therapy Testimonials

  • Why EMDR Works

    Veterans, Clinicians, Family Members, and Legislators Demonstrate the Value of EMDR Therapy for Veterans and Active Military. They tell you why it is so important to have it available in Minnesota.

    Watch Video:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZg5shXJ8nQ&t=2s

  • Never Too Old - EMDR Therapy Works

    “My hope is that Veterans don’t wait months, or years, or decades to receive EMDR Therapy. I urge every Veteran to contact VRP and find out about EMDR.”

    -Ron Kelly, Korean War Pilot

    Watch Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qj5CLJa2ALw&t=3s

  • KSTP 5 News - EMDR Therapy

    5 EYEWITNESS News has been granted a rare glimpse at an innovative therapy that's helping Minnesotans recover from trauma in ways other therapies have not enabled them to do so. EMDR uses light-emitting devices patients follow with their eyes to reprocess traumatic memories.

    Watch Video:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWnj9QQbD8c&list=PL0-XxIBZ-ajGZbjlz17RY-KTfZzfjd6ck&index=6&t=160s

  • Working with a Therapist

    "Veteran Resilience Project and EMDR therapy made me feel that I was not alone. It has given me back my life. Working with a therapist in EMDR helped me become whole, and my thoughts are more organized. Communicating my pain helped me grow. Thank you."

    -Army Veteran, OIF

  • Only three sessions of Therapy

    After three successful treatments, my Vietnam triggers were virtually extinguished. I became centered and could engage my life fully and joyfully.

    I underestimated the resurgence of memories and triggers. I had several weeks of sleeplessness, anxiety, and in general too much Vietnam preoccupation. Now, following this EMDR returning my life is again centered and properly balanced.

    - Vietnam Combat Army Medic, Vietnam Survivor

Testimonials

  • Veteran sharing his testimonial of Courage

    Combating Inward Turmoil

    “EDMR is a great therapy for those that want to face certain inward turmoil, make sense of it and find a way to put it away for good. You are given tools to help live your life and combat the negative emotions.”

    USMC Veteran, Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF)

  • Becoming Whole

    Becoming Whole

    “Veteran Resilience Project and EMDR therapy made me feel that I was not alone. It has given me back my life. Working with a therapist in EMDR helped me become whole, and my thoughts are more organized. Communicating my pain helped me grow. Thank you.” 

    -Army Veteran, Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)

  • A Vietnam Combat Army Medic shares his testimonial of life being centered after EMDR Therapy

    Life is Centered & Balanced

    “I had favorably utilized EMDR in my mid-forties. After three successful treatments, my Vietnam triggers were virtually extinguished. I became centered and could engage my life fully and joyfully.

    Until recently, when I agreed to be interviewed for the Veterans History Project. I underestimated the resurgence of memories and triggers.

    Now, following this EMDR ‘returning’, my life is again centered and properly balanced. Only three sessions allowed this recovery of self. Many thanks!”

    - Vietnam Combat Army Medic, a Vietnam Survivor   

  • Changed My Life

    Working with the friendly VRP staff, we were able to find me a local therapist to work with.  They kept in touch with me, and made sure my therapy was going well.  My therapist is amazing.  I had kind of given up on therapy, because it was so hard to find someone that would help me.  VRP has changed my life for the better.  Even my family commented that I am doing better.  Thank you VRP for helping to find myself again.”

    USAF Veteran, Operational Iraqi Freedom (OIF), Operational Enduring Freedom (OEF)

  • Confident &Thankful

    “EMDR therapy has changed my life. I had tried other therapy for my anxiety and PTSD, but I never felt satisfied. Within a few sessions of EMDR, I could tell there was a huge change in my symptoms. I felt better and more confident, and I was more aware of how I was reacting in certain situations. I am so thankful for the Veteran Resilience Project and the impact they have made on my life.”

    Anonymous 

“Your story matters, and it’s okay to take time to heal from the chapters that hurt the most.”

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24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones

The Veterans Crisis Line can help even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care.

If you, or someone you know is in crisis or emotional distress dial 988 and Press 1 for Veterans or call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and
Press 1.

The Veterans Crisis Line is also available by chat and text (838255).

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2012 PILOT PROJECT

In collaboration with EMDR HAP (Humanitarian Assistance Programs), a pilot project was created in 2012 and conducted from 2013-2014 to offer Minnesota Veterans access to EMDR Therapy.

87%

Of veteran clients completed the course of treatment. PTSD treatments are known to have high dropout rates with Veterans, so this is a strong signal of effective program design.

74%

Of Veteran clients no longer reported Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after completing less than 12 sessions of EMDR.

100%

Of veterans showed a significant decrease in Post Traumatic Stress symptoms as measured and tracked by VRP’s Outcome Management System.

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