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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of psychotherapy that has been found to be effective in treating a range of psychological and emotional issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and phobias.

The basic idea behind EMDR is that traumatic memories and negative experiences can

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of psychotherapy that has been used to help people who have experienced trauma and are struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The theory behind EMDR is that when we experience a traumatic event, the memories of that event can become stuck in our brain and can continue to

Brainspotting and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) are both psychotherapeutic techniques used to treat a variety of psychological and emotional issues. However, there are some key differences between the two.

Brainspotting is a newer therapy that focuses on the relationship between where a person is looking and their

EMDR Tappers refer to devices used in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. EMDR is a type of psychotherapy that is used to treat individuals who have experienced traumatic events or have other emotional or mental health issues.

EMDR tappers are handheld devices that produce alternating bilateral stimulation, often in

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a type of psychotherapy that has been shown to be effective in treating trauma and other emotional difficulties. The therapy was developed by psychologist Francine Shapiro in the 1980s, and it is based on the idea that traumatic memories can be "processed" and integrated into a person's overall

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a type of psychotherapy that was developed to help people overcome traumatic memories and experiences. It's based on the idea that traumatic memories are stored in the brain in an incomplete or fragmented way, and that these memories can be processed and integrated through a combination of exposure

Anxiety. In a world where people are in constant states of overwhelm, it’s no wonder anxiety is such a common complaint. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), it is the  most common reason people go to therapy, and m

Any therapist, or for that matter, any client who is working on self-exploration, is aware that there are several, disparate parts to people’s personalities. Sometimes a traumatic experience disrupts the smooth path of a developmental stage, and that young child fails to move forward or grow up. It remains within the person, as a tiny voice, seeking w

Coping with the pandemic that began in 2020 hasn’t been easy for therapists or their clients. The advent of telehealth and online therapy changed a lot about the way therapy is done. The intimacy of being in the same room, the ability to pick up the nuance of every facial expression and body movement, and the lack of environmental distractions you g