Seaside Reset - An Aruban Healing Experience

“Heal by the ocean in a private authentic Aruban fisherman’s hut, be part of an exclusive wellness tourism experience.”
Difficult life events can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to move forward, whether it stems from loss, grief, life transitions, relationship difficulties, or other painful experiences.  At Psyched Aruba, we offer a unique Seaside Reset in a private beachside fisherman's hut, a serene, culturally authentic setting where the sound of the ocean helps you reconnect with safety and healing. Visit Aruba, where our psychologist Antoniette Geerman provides sessions designed to help you restore balance in your life. This unique Seaside Reset uses different proven techniques such as EMDR and Schematherapy to help you towards healing. ​Feel the difference between Seaside Reset and traditional therapy, tailored to your emotional needs. This 
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Antoniëtte Geerman, MSc. Image by Xclusivo Magazine

​Who is this Seaside Reset- an Arubian Healing Experience For?

Say yes to your Seaside Reset, designed for you in a safe, focused, and natural setting. It is especially suitable for visitors who:
  • Can describe their painful experiences, whether in words, vivid images, or through the sensations carried in the body
  • Seek a powerful and time limited therapeutic experience rather than long-term, ongoing treatment
  • Are functioning in daily life, yet feel held back by memories or feelings that resurface again and again
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Image by The Shack Aruba

How to Tell if You Need Seaside Reset - an Arubian Healing experience

There are a few signs that Seaside Reset could be helpful for you. These often show up after a stressful or traumatic experience:
  • Intrusive memories or images – You find yourself reliving parts of the event, with thoughts or images coming up even when you don’t want them to.
  • Avoidance – You put a lot of energy into staying away from places, people, or situations that could remind you of what happened.
  • Mood changes – You may feel depressed, anxious, or notice that your overall outlook on yourself, others, or the world has become more negative.
  • Body and sleep difficulties – Your body feels “on edge,” it’s hard to relax, and sleep may be restless or disturbed.
  • Strong reactivity – You notice that you react very strongly to stress, almost as if you’re always braced for something bad to happen.
If you recognize several of these experiences, EMDR could be a way to help your brain reprocess those memories so they no longer have such a strong grip on your daily life.

​What is EMDR?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a proven therapy that helps your brain safely reprocess painful memories. Instead of being triggered by the past, you can begin to feel calmer and more in control. EMDR can ease the weight of difficult experiences that may cause anxiety, depression, negative self-beliefs, or intense emotions, allowing you to move forward with more peace of mind.

​What to Expect from Your Unique Beachside EMDR Healing in Aruba?

Your healing journey begins before you set foot on the sand. Once you share your email, we will personally guide you through each step of preparation so that you arrive ready, supported, and informed.

1. Intake & Preparation. You will begin with an intake session (online or in person) to ensure Beachside EMDR is the right fit for you. During this meeting, you will also complete a short questionnaire (PCL-5) that helps us measure therapy effectiveness. This step is about safety, clarity, and aligning the process with your needs.

2. Your Beachside Sessions. Over four days, you will receive four private trauma therapy sessions per day, each lasting 45 minutes. In total, this is 16 sessions (12 hours) of focused, immersive trauma therapy.
The sessions take place in a private, secluded beachside setting in Aruba, where the rhythm of the waves supports the rhythm of your healing. Each day is carefully paced, you will have time between sessions to rest, reflect, and let the process unfold naturally.

3. Safety & Comfort. To make your experience both safe and transformative:
  • Please arrange for transportation to and from the private beachside rancho with a trusted friend, relative, or taxi.
  • Preferably do not use sedative medication (such as benzodiazepines) before sessions, as this interferes with therapy effectiveness.
  • You will always be supported in a space designed for privacy, safety, and grounding
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Are you ready to begin your Seaside Reset in Aruba? Availability is limited to ensure the exclusivity and quality of your experience.

​This therapy is not suitable in cases of:
  • Active suicidal thoughts or intent
  • Current psychotic episodes
  • Ongoing, unstable substance use
  • Severe dissociation that prevents grounding in the present moment
Our approach is designed for those who are able and ready to engage deeply in the process. Safety and stability are essential, as they provide the foundation for meaningful healing.

    Start your Unique Beachside EMDR Healing in Aruba

“Seaside Reset - An Aruban Healing Experience”