EMDR

EMDR addresses the psychological and physical symptoms stemming from adverse life experiences. EMDR is not just for trauma; it is also used for a variety of other life stressors from anxiety and depression to self-esteem and somatic complaints. 

• What is EMDR? 
• What is an actual EMDR session like? 
• Learn the 8 phases of treatment  

All questions can be answered here https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/experiencing-emdr-therapy/

• Introductory video about EMDR:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pkfln-ZtWeY
• EMDR experts explain the benefits of EMDR:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDivEv1U3Pg
• EMDR patients share their stories:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QJbCtr8bvA 
• An EMDR therapist shares her EMDR experience:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOkSm90f2Do

Research in support of EMDR effectiveness: 

• Twenty-four randomized controlled trials support the positive effects of EMDR therapy in the treatment of emotional trauma and other adverse life experiences relevant to clinical practice.   
• Seven of 10 studies reported EMDR therapy to be more rapid and/or more effective than trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.  
• Twelve randomized studies of the eye movement component noted rapid decreases in negative emotions and/or vividness of disturbing images, with an additional 8 reporting a variety of other memory effects.   
• Numerous other evaluations document that EMDR therapy provides relief from a variety of somatic complaints.   
• Research and frequently asked questions about EMDR   https://www.emdr.com/research-overview/