Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy that emphasizes disturbing memories as the cause of personal and interpersonal issues/complaints. These memories are inadequately processed and stored in an isolated memory network. The goal of EMDR therapy is to process these distressing memories, reducing their lingering effects and allowing clients to develop more adaptive coping mechanisms. This is done in an eight-phase protocol where the client is fully conscious and present and in full control. Our brains automatically do the reprocessing during this procedure with very little clinical insight and psychoanalysis.
EMDR therapy is “highly recommended” as an effective treatment for PTSD and other trauma and stressor disorders by the following organizations: American Psychiatric Association (APA), Department of Veterans Affairs & Department of Defense (VA/DoD), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services America (SAMHSA), and World Health Organization (WHO).
As an EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant, I bring over 10 years of experience providing EMDR therapy across a variety of treatment settings. I have worked with hundreds of clients, applying EMDR with depth and clinical precision.
While many clinicians complete basic EMDR training (Levels 1 and 2), I have pursued advanced training and extensive consultation to achieve EMDRIA Certification. I continue to engage in ongoing continuing education to maintain both my certification and Approved Consultant status, ensuring that my work remains current, effective, and aligned with best practices.
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Here is a short video about EMDR therapy:
Please note: not all clients are suited/recommended for EMDR therapy. But majority of my clients have responded very positively to the effects and longevity of this therapy.
