top of page

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) is a specialized type of psychotherapy that helps the brain to reprocess upsetting and/or traumatic memories.

 

Through re-processing intense emotions, sensations, and memories are processed and appropriately stored away. EMDR aims to identify how the memory or life experience has made us feel about ourselves; looking at both negative and positive beliefs. 

​​​

EMDR uses the brain’s natural healing process to help work through memories, emotions, and body sensations. This is done using bilateral stimulation, activating the left and right sides of the brain at the same time.

 

Bilateral stimulation occurs using the senses; moving your eyes back and forth, listening to sounds in left & right ear, or holding buzzers in left & right hands. 

When is EMDR used?

​

Originally, EMDR was developed to treat trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). However, it can be used in numerous areas. Such as; 

​

  • Anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias                           

  • Chronic Illness, chronic pain, and medical issues                    

  • Depression 

  • Dissociative disorders

  • Grief & Loss

  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Substance use and addiction

  • Violence and abuse

If you are interested in EMDR therapy, check out the video below for a brief introduction. 

​

You can also contact us directly for more information!

bottom of page