EMDR
What is EMDR?
EMDR is an acronym for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. EMDR is an psychotherapy modality that has been researched and shown to be effective for the treatment of trauma. EMDR therapy utilizes a set of standardized protocols which incorporates elements from many different treatment approaches.
How Is EMDR Different from Talk Therapy?
EMDR utilizes a set of procedures which address automatic thought networks. EMDR also utilizes "bilateral stimulation" which is the use of eye movements, tapping, sound which acts to assist the brain in integrating past experiences with the present moment. The amount of time needed to complete treatment will vary. EMDR utilizes a three pronged approach to trauma which includes: past memories, present disturbance and future actions which are needed to alleviate an individuals symptoms.
The goal of EMDR is to completely process the experiences that are causing difficulty and include new ones that provide a decrease in distressing thoughts / memories. ss our negative and positive
What Types of Difficulties Can EMDR Treat?
Although EMDR was originally utilized in the treatment of trauma, EMDR has been shown to reduce symptoms for those experiencing the following conditions: Panic Attacks, Grief, Dissociative Disorder, Phobias, Chronic Pain, Addiction and Stress Reduction.
EMDR is an acronym for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. EMDR is an psychotherapy modality that has been researched and shown to be effective for the treatment of trauma. EMDR therapy utilizes a set of standardized protocols which incorporates elements from many different treatment approaches.
How Is EMDR Different from Talk Therapy?
EMDR utilizes a set of procedures which address automatic thought networks. EMDR also utilizes "bilateral stimulation" which is the use of eye movements, tapping, sound which acts to assist the brain in integrating past experiences with the present moment. The amount of time needed to complete treatment will vary. EMDR utilizes a three pronged approach to trauma which includes: past memories, present disturbance and future actions which are needed to alleviate an individuals symptoms.
The goal of EMDR is to completely process the experiences that are causing difficulty and include new ones that provide a decrease in distressing thoughts / memories. ss our negative and positive
What Types of Difficulties Can EMDR Treat?
Although EMDR was originally utilized in the treatment of trauma, EMDR has been shown to reduce symptoms for those experiencing the following conditions: Panic Attacks, Grief, Dissociative Disorder, Phobias, Chronic Pain, Addiction and Stress Reduction.
