Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR is a type of therapy that encourages the client to focus briefly on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and PTSD symptoms.
Ongoing research supports positive clinical outcomes, showing EMDR therapy as a helpful treatment for disorders such as anxiety, depression, sexual assault, panic attacks, addictions, and other distressing life experiences.
(Information provided from emdria website.)
How Is EMDR Therapy Different From Other Therapies?
EMDR therapy does not require talking in detail about the distressing issue or
completing homework between sessions. EMDR therapy, rather than focusing on changing the emotions, thoughts, or behaviors resulting from the distressing issue, allows the brain to resume its natural healing process.
EMDR therapy is designed to resolve unprocessed traumatic memories in the brain. For many clients, EMDR therapy can be completed in fewer sessions than other psychotherapies.
(Information provided from EMDRIA website.)
