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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based treatment that has been proven to be effective in treating a variety of issues including trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, negative self-beliefs, anxiety, and depression. EMDR is different than traditional talk therapy. In EMDR, it is not necessary for the client to discuss the distressing issue in detail. For many clients, EMDR can therapy can be completed in fewer sessions than traditional talk therapy.
EMDR includes the facilitation of bilateral stimulation (typically side-to-side eye movements, sounds, or tapping) while the client focuses on a specific event. The client is guided by the therapist to notice changes in thoughts, mental images, emotions, beliefs, or physical sensations. EMDR decreases the distress associated with traumatic memories and effectively processes the memory while also reducing its negative impact.
To learn more about EMDR, visit the EMDR International Association website here.
To learn more about experiencing EMDR as a client, visit EMDRIA’s overview here.
