Types of therapy
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured psychotherapy developed by Francine Shapiro in 1987 to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences. It is best known for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but is also used for other mental health conditions related to distressing memories.
How This Therapy Works
During EMDR sessions, clients briefly focus on traumatic memories while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation, typically through guided side-to-side eye movements, tapping, or audio tones. This process helps reprocess negative images, emotions, and beliefs, allowing the brain to integrate the memory in a less distressing way.
EMDR follows a structured eight-phase protocol and does not require detailed descriptions of the trauma or homework between sessions.
Is It Right for Me?
EMDR is especially effective for individuals struggling with PTSD, complex PTSD, or trauma-related symptoms such as flashbacks, anxiety, and distressing memories. It can also benefit those with depression, phobias, and other conditions linked to past experiences.
If you have unresolved trauma or find that past events are impacting your present well-being, EMDR may be a suitable option. A therapist can help assess if this approach fits your needs.
Real-Life Benefits
of EMDR Therapy
Rapid reduction in trauma symptoms and emotional distress
Relief from anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts
Improved self-esteem and confidence
Enhanced emotional regulation and resilience
Many people experience significant improvement in just a few sessions, with studies showing high rates of recovery from PTSD after only 3–6 sessions for single-trauma cases
Types of therapy
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured psychotherapy developed by Francine Shapiro in 1987 to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences. It is best known for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but is also used for other mental health conditions related to distressing memories.
How This Therapy Works
During EMDR sessions, clients briefly focus on traumatic memories while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation, typically through guided side-to-side eye movements, tapping, or audio tones. This process helps reprocess negative images, emotions, and beliefs, allowing the brain to integrate the memory in a less distressing way.
EMDR follows a structured eight-phase protocol and does not require detailed descriptions of the trauma or homework between sessions.
Is It Right for Me?
EMDR is especially effective for individuals struggling with PTSD, complex PTSD, or trauma-related symptoms such as flashbacks, anxiety, and distressing memories. It can also benefit those with depression, phobias, and other conditions linked to past experiences.
If you have unresolved trauma or find that past events are impacting your present well-being, EMDR may be a suitable option. A therapist can help assess if this approach fits your needs.
Real-Life Benefits
of EMDR Therapy
Rapid reduction in trauma symptoms and emotional distress
Relief from anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts
Improved self-esteem and confidence
Enhanced emotional regulation and resilience
Many people experience significant improvement in just a few sessions, with studies showing high rates of recovery from PTSD after only 3–6 sessions for single-trauma cases
Types of therapy
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured psychotherapy developed by Francine Shapiro in 1987 to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences. It is best known for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but is also used for other mental health conditions related to distressing memories.
How This Therapy Works
During EMDR sessions, clients briefly focus on traumatic memories while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation, typically through guided side-to-side eye movements, tapping, or audio tones. This process helps reprocess negative images, emotions, and beliefs, allowing the brain to integrate the memory in a less distressing way.
EMDR follows a structured eight-phase protocol and does not require detailed descriptions of the trauma or homework between sessions.
Is It Right for Me?
EMDR is especially effective for individuals struggling with PTSD, complex PTSD, or trauma-related symptoms such as flashbacks, anxiety, and distressing memories. It can also benefit those with depression, phobias, and other conditions linked to past experiences.
If you have unresolved trauma or find that past events are impacting your present well-being, EMDR may be a suitable option. A therapist can help assess if this approach fits your needs.
Real-Life Benefits
of EMDR Therapy
Rapid reduction in trauma symptoms and emotional distress
Relief from anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts
Improved self-esteem and confidence
Enhanced emotional regulation and resilience
Many people experience significant improvement in just a few sessions, with studies showing high rates of recovery from PTSD after only 3–6 sessions for single-trauma cases
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