Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured form of psychotherapy which helps patients reprocess trauma memories into more adaptive information. The process includes having the patient focus on a past trauma while engaging in bilateral stimulation (generally specific guided eye movements, however, can be conducted in various ways) and allowing the mind to heal and repair itself. Many patients report a decrease in trauma symptoms in as little as two sessions of reprocessing. EMDR has been heavily researched and has been shown to also be effective in the treatment of a variety of other disorders including anxiety, OCD, chronic pain, depression, and addictions.

Here at CBT/EMDR Associates we have the ability and experience to treat trauma in several ways, including Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PET), Written Exposure Therapy (WET), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). You and your therapist will work together to decide which technique is right for you.