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What is EMDR?

  • damienclarke92
  • Oct 23
  • 1 min read

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a structured, evidence-based psychotherapy approach primarily used to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences and distressing memories.


How Does EMDR Work?


  • Bilateral Stimulation:

    During EMDR sessions, a therapist guides the client to recall distressing memories while simultaneously engaging in bilateral stimulation (such as side-to-side eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones).

  • Processing Memories:

    The process is designed to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their emotional charge and making them less distressing.

  • Eight-Phase Protocol:

    EMDR therapy follows a structured eight-phase protocol, including history-taking, preparation, assessment, desensitization, installation, body scan, closure, and reevaluation.


Is EMDR u

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sed to Improve Mental Health?

Yes. EMDR is widely used to improve mental health, especially for:

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD):

    EMDR is recognized as a first-line treatment for PTSD by organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Psychological Association (APA).

  • Other Conditions:

    It is also used for anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, and other issues related to distressing life experiences.


What Does the Research Say?

  • Effectiveness:

    Numerous studies show EMDR can significantly reduce symptoms of trauma and improve overall mental health.

  • Safety:

    EMDR is considered safe when delivered by a trained, licensed mental health professional.

 
 
 

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