Hey Nemo,

Friend support is great to have, maybe even friend advice; but when you start to feel pressured to acquiesce to their views or you will cause them discomfort (anxiety) or garner harsh disapproval, I think there's a problem...perhaps on both sides.

I would try something to the effect of, "I appreciate your concern and suggestions. For now, I think I am on a path that is right for me. If in the future it becomes clear that what I am doing isn't working, I may reach out to you again to chat about options. For now, I think the topic of EMDR for me is causing us both some discomfort and is making things kind of awkward between us. I'd like for us to go back to supporting each other, even if we don't always agree with the choices the other person is making. I only want the best for you and I think you want the same for me. I need you as my friend, not my therapy director. I love you."

Okay, edit that down!