EMDR

What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy where you focus on a difficult memory while also doing something that stimulates both sides of your brain, like following a moving finger with your eyes. This helps make the memory less upsetting.

It’s a well-researched therapy that’s been shown to be helpful for trauma and PTSD. It’s also been found to be useful for other problems like anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, and addiction. Some studies even suggest it’s more effective than certain medications for treating trauma. EMDR therapists all over the world have used it to help millions of people.

Why it Helps

With EMDR therapy, you don’t have to talk a lot about your problems or traumatic events nor does it require homework outside of sessions. Instead of trying to change your feelings or thoughts about a tough issue, EMDR helps your brain naturally heal from it. It targets memories that haven’t been processed properly, often needing fewer sessions than other therapies.