EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapy approach designed to help people heal
from traumatic experiences, distressing memories, and negative beliefs. EMDR involves focusing on specific eye movements
or other forms of bilateral stimulation (such as tapping or audio tones) while recalling a traumatic memory.

This process helps the brain "reprocess" the memory, reducing its emotional intensity and enabling the person to feel more at
peace with past events.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn’t require discussing the details of a traumatic memory in depth.

Instead, the focus is on allowing the brain to naturally heal by integrating the memory in a way that lessens its impact.
EMDR has proven effective not only for trauma but also for issues like anxiety, phobias, difficulty with sleep, and low self-esteem.

Many clients find it helpful because it taps into the brain's natural ability to heal, often resulting in quicker and
deeper relief than traditional methods alone.

Positive outcomes of EMDR for clients include:

  • feeling more positive about self and relationships,

  • decreased symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, panic, and depression,

  • improvement in focus and sleep quality

  • overall increased calm and well-being.  

  • reduced stress and improvement in overall physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

When the EMDR process is effective, clients report still having a memory
of the traumatic event but they no longer feel upset or distressed by it.