EMDR: EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION AND REPROCESSING
EMDR is a cutting-edge therapy designed to help you recover from emotional pain associated with traumatic memories. Drawing on elements from various therapeutic approaches like CBT, psychodynamic, and body-focused techniques like Somatic Experiencing, EMDR can help you heal your emotional wounds.
The secret sauce behind EMDR therapy is its ability to kickstart your brain's natural ability to process and make sense of information in a way that’s healthy. When a traumatic event throws a spanner into this process, memories can get "stuck," causing emotional and psychological turmoil.
EMDR works its magic by using bilateral stimulation, which typically involves eye movements, alternating sounds, or gentle taps. This stimulation helps both sides of your brain team up to process the memory in a healthier way. As a result, the emotional pain linked to the memory fades away, allowing you to view the event from a fresh, healthier perspective.
The Amazing Benefits of EMDR
Speedy and Effective Relief: EMDR therapy can be like a fast-acting emotional painkiller, especially for issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety.
Less Talking, More Healing: EMDR doesn’t expect you to delve deep into the nitty-gritty of your traumatic experiences. This is great news for those who struggle to express their feelings or find it too painful to bring up their experiences.
Healing Inside and Out: EMDR empowers you to work through past and present experiences while preparing you for future challenges. This comprehensive approach makes healing more complete and long-lasting.
Harnessing your Inner Strength: EMDR helps you build resilience by enabling you to work through painful memories and replace them with healthier perspectives. This newfound strength can lead to an improved sense of wellbeing and happiness.
The Proof Is in the Pudding: Numerous research studies have shown that EMDR therapy is a powerful tool for tackling various emotional and psychological issues, making it a reliable and trusted ally on your healing journey.
EMDR can be especially helpful for those who have experienced (or witnessed) one-off traumas, for example: car crashes, physical or sexual assault, hospitalization, natural disasters, the death of a loved one and more besides.
“Changing the memories that form the way we see ourselves also changes the way we view others. Therefore, our relationships, job performance, what we are willing to do or able to resist, all move in a positive direction.”