
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
What is EMDR?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based psychotherapy technique designed to help individuals process traumatic experiences and resolve emotional struggles. It can help those who have faced trauma, and struggle with anxiety, phobias, grief, panic attacks, and depression.
How Does EMDR Work?
EMDR utilizes bilateral stimulation, typically in the form of side-to-side eye movements, to activate the brain's natural healing processes. By doing so, it allows individuals to reprocess distressing memories in a safe and guided environment. This transformative therapy helps remove emotional blocks, leading to increased emotional resilience and a healthier outlook on life.
Benefits of EMDR:
Effective and Efficient: EMDR has been widely recognized for its rapid and long-lasting results. Achieve healing in a fraction of the time compared to traditional therapy approaches.
Empowering: Take control of your emotions and life, as EMDR empowers you to process traumatic events and transform negative thought patterns.
Safe and Non-Invasive: EMDR is a non-invasive therapy that allows you to address deep emotional wounds without re-traumatizing experiences.
Holistic Approach: Aimee integrates EMDR with other therapeutic modalities to provide a comprehensive and holistic healing experience.
EMDR RESOURCES
Want to learn more about EMDR therapy? Check out some resources below!
Learn How EMDR Works!
Take a look at this video from the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). EMDRIA is a professional organization for EMDR therapists however has information for the general population about the model. You can watch this video and learn more about EMDR by visiting the EMDRIA website, emdria.org.
EMDR Books
Dr. Francine Shaprio is the founder of EMDR. In her book she explains how our past informs our present, and gives practical examples and exercises to help you learn more about yourself and others, and techniques to improve your life.
EMDR therapy in Oregon & Massachusetts
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