Some Moments in Life Stop You Cold…
And it’s beyond overwhelming.
A betrayal you didn’t see coming. A loss that breaks something open. A future that suddenly looks nothing like what you planned. I’ve spent 25 years sitting with people in some of the hardest moments of their lives, and I’ve learned that what people need in those moments isn’t just someone to listen — people need someone who can help them move forward.
That’s why I designed my work this way —
with you in mind.
About Me, Bri
I am Bri McCarroll, a licensed psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Smith College, clinical training at the Yale Child Study Center, and over 25 years of experience. I am certified in EMDR and have been using it more than a decade as one of the most effective tools I know for helping people find real relief from acute pain — not someday, but immediately.
People who work with me describe me as kind, compassionate, and direct. I’m also a little playful, which might surprise you given the weight of what we’re working on — but I’ve found that warmth and even moments of lightness are part of what makes the hard work possible.
I don’t just hold space. I help you move through it and come out the other side with clarity about what comes next.
How We Work Together in an EMDR Therapy Intensive
Most intensives take place online — which means wherever you are, we can work together. We may do as little as one session or work several days during this intensive. Virtual EMDR is effective, well-established, and removes every barrier except your willingness to show up.
For those who want more of a retreat experience, I offer a full-day or multi-day in-person intensive at my private office in the hills of Asheville, North Carolina. We do two 3-hour sessions with a long restorative break in between. Clients travel for this, and many pair it with a night or two in Asheville, giving themselves space to decompress and integrate in one of the most beautiful small cities in the country.
What People Say
“Bri is an amazing therapist and human. Her compassion overflows in every session. She authentically and deeply cares about her clients. She is gentle and firm when it comes to being honest, especially when information is difficult to hear. I highly recommend working with Bri. She is outstanding.”
Jen F
“The relief I feel after processing my emotions through EMDR with Bri is hard to describe. The experience allows my heart to talk to my head and put words to feelings that are trapped somewhere inside of me. After I have an EMDR session with Bri I feel exhausted and at peace. I am unlocking new understandings about who I am.”
Sarah M
