Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) relies on a client's own rapid, rhythmic eye movements, and is founded on the belief that these eye movements can weaken the intensity of emotionally charged memories. EMDR is most often used to treat PTSD or other traumas, but is also sometimes used for panic attacks, eating disorders, addictions, and anxiety. EMDR sessions can last up to 90 minutes, and usually starts with a client rating their level of distress. A therapist then typically moves their fingers in front of your face (or sometimes toe tapping or musical tones), asking you to follow along with your eyes, while you recall a traumatic event and all the sensations that come with it. You will gradually be guided by the therapist to shift thoughts from the traumatic experience to a more comforting one. The goal of EMDR is to make disturbing memories less immobilizing. Think this approach might be right for you? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s EMDR specialists today.
I am EMDRIA certified and trained 5 years ago. I have been using it since that time.
— Ronald Cummings, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Redding, CAEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing psychotherapy is another scientific method of mental health treatment which combines our understanding of brain functioning with the best parts of several therapy treatments. This therapy addresses the memories/events which happened to a client that caused a client to develop the negative or harmful beliefs or thoughts which are at the root of a client's current thinking struggles. EMDR is a common treatment for anxiety, trauma, depression, etc.
— Melody Brave, Clinical Social Worker in Springfield, MOWe can discuss which modality or what combinations of modalities may work best for you.
— Nick Salisbury, Clinical Social Worker in Ann Arbor, MIEMDR stands for Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy. It is a body mind integrated therapy that has been proven to be highly effective for those who have experienced trauma. I practice somatic an attachment focused EMDR, which allows the client to process distressing memories with less resistance.
— Paula Kirsch, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Ferndale, MII am offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) via Telehealth as I completed an EMDRIA-approved EMDR training in May of 2023. While talk therapy and EMDR can be a great pairing, I do offer short-term EMDR therapy if it feels like a good mutual fit.
— Julie Bloom, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor AssociateI am a certified eye movement and desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and have advanced training to incorporate trauma informed yoga into EMDR protocols. EMDR recognizes there is no separation between our bodies and our minds. Built on the adaptive information processing model that demonstrates how past adverse experiences or trauma can be so overwhelming in our current lives, causing us to develop negative core beliefs. EMDR is very effective treatment.
— Teresa Petersen, Clinical Social Worker in Houston, TXEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) was discovered by Dr. Francine Shapiro and is typically used to treat complex trauma and PTSD, but can also be effective for anxiety, depression, substance use and obsessive-compulsive disorders. EMDR sessions tend to be regular talk therapy on steroids, as the eye movements seem to allow our brains to process and put together information at faster rates than usual.
— Elliott Blitenthal, Psychotherapist in Flushing, NYEMDR Trained
— Tara Becker, Social Worker in Dallas, TXEye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy developed by Francine Shapiro in the 1980s that was originally designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In EMDR, the person being treated recalls distressing experiences while simultaneously performing bilateral stimulation, such as side-to-side eye movement or physical stimulation, such as tapping either side of the body.
— Caleb Folkerts, Licensed Professional Clinical CounselorEMDR is becoming widely used to treat trauma. This method helps the body reveal what has long since been hidden from our consciousness related to past trauma or painful events. This can keep us feeling stuck, anxious & depressed in a every day. Chronic overwhelming feelings often indicate the body is working hard to manage outward stress/experiences while managing inward fears from the past. It is possible to feel more safe & at ease in your body as well as move forward in your life.
— Kathleen Thompson, Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland, OREMDR is becoming widely used to treat trauma. This method helps the body reveal what has long since been hidden from our consciousness related to past trauma or painful events. This can keep us feeling stuck, anxious & depressed in a every day. Chronic overwhelming feelings often indicate the body is working hard to manage outward stress/experiences while managing inward fears from the past. It is possible to feel more safe & at ease in your body as well as move forward in your life.
— Kathleen Thompson, Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland, ORI'm a certified EMDR specialist with many years experience using EMDR with clients who've experienced significant traumas. Time and time again, I have seen EMDR therapy change the lives of clients struggling with traumatic memories, flashbacks, nightmares, PTSD, anxiety and more. When used by an experienced practitioner, EMDR can relieve and reduce traumas symptoms incredibly quickly. Often my clients report significant improvements in just a few sessions.
— Tania Protsenko, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Long Island, NYI offer EMDR therapy to clients who struggle with trauma, addiction, PTSD, intrusive thoughts, unresolved memories. I use EMDR for resource development & desensitize the negative feelings in the body through body scans. I attended 2 intensive weekends training at EMDRIA & completed more than 10 hours of consultation. I offer EMDR session on more than three time a week to various clients. I do mix EMDR with non-conventional therapies and suggestions that is working powerfully with clients.
— Marwan El Khoury, Counselor in Newton, MAI was trained through the EMDR Institute and have used EMDR to help many people who felt that talk therapy alone didn't help them recover from trauma.
— Natalie Feinblatt, Psychologist in Los Angeles, CAEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Training, EMDR Institute, Inc -Weekend one November 2018; Weekend two February 2019 Certification in EMDR, 4/1/2021-3/31/2023 Now providing weekly, adjunct, and intensive EMDR Therapy. Visit my website today to learn more about how integrating EMDR into your healing journey can help you achieve long-term and lasting results.
— Amber Creamer, Licensed Professional Counselor in Warner Robins, GAI am trained in EMDR, having completed training from an EMDRIA approved training site. EMDR helps address trauma, PTSD, grief, abuse, depression, stress, and anxiety. Together we will work through any experiences that elicit uncomfortable or painful memories, so that they may be reprocessed in a much more healthy and complete manner - without re-traumatizing yourself.
— Leah Logan, Clinical Social Worker in Boise, IDI am a member or EMDRIA and engage in continuous trainings and consultation groups related to EMDR. This practice brings fast and lasting results!
— Sherry Thomas, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Seattle, WA