EMDR

What is EMDR Therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma and many other mental health conditions.

How does EMDR work?

EMDR therapy is an integrative psychotherapy and uses a technique called bilateral stimulation to repeatedly activate opposite sides of the brain. Therapists often use eye movements to facilitate the bilateral stimulation. These eye movements mimic the period of sleep referred to as rapid eye movement or REM sleep, and this portion of sleep is frequently considered to be the time when the mind processes the recent events in the person’s life.

EMDR is a mind-body technique and naturally incorporates mindfulness, somatic experiencing, increased self-awareness and building internal strengths and resourcing. For a more detailed explanation, visit EMDR Institute, Inc.

What does EMDR help?

EMDR was originally established as helpful for PTSD, and has been proven useful for treatment in the following conditions:

• Panic Attacks

• Complicated Grief

• Dissociative Disorders

• Disturbing Memories

• Eating Disorders

• Phobias

• Pain Disorders

• Performance Anxiety

• Addictions

• Stress Reduction

• Sexual and/or Physical Abuse

• Body Dysmorphic Disorders

• Personality Disorders

Will EMDR be helpful for you?

Whether you have experienced “Big T Trauma” or “little t trauma,” EMDR may help you get back to living the life you deserve. Contact me today for a consultation to see if EMDR might help you release what no longer serves you.