EMDR Therapists in Cochrane, AB
Aspen Psychology
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych, CPT-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cochrane, AB T4C
I have extensive training in Somatic-Relational Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Synergetic Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Theraplay, Family Therapy, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy, Autplay Therapy, The Demartini Method, Dissociation, Microdosing, and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PaT).
To support healing and growth, I incorporate various cutting-edge models of therapies that support long-term healing and growth. I love supporting people in improving their overall functioning and in finding meaning, purpose, and inspiration in their lives. I love working with families to help them better understand each other, support one another, and work through difficult situations. I am also a supervisor and work with various professionals, supporting them in their professional growth. I also offer psychoeducational/ADHD, Autism, and gifted assessments.
I have extensive training in Somatic-Relational Therapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Synergetic Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Theraplay, Family Therapy, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy, Autplay Therapy, The Demartini Method, Dissociation, Microdosing, and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PaT).
To support healing and growth, I incorporate various cutting-edge models of therapies that support long-term healing and growth. I love supporting people in improving their overall functioning and in finding meaning, purpose, and inspiration in their lives. I love working with families to help them better understand each other, support one another, and work through difficult situations. I am also a supervisor and work with various professionals, supporting them in their professional growth. I also offer psychoeducational/ADHD, Autism, and gifted assessments.
I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and creative therapies, along with various other modalities, to effectively support your introspection, communication, and trauma healing.
Whether you're dealing with relationship challenges, family dynamics, or personal growth struggles, I am committed to effectively addressing your unique needs and goals. Our focus will be on emotional regulation and mastering communication to manage anxiety, depression, or trauma. We'll work together to enhance your relationships and achieve personal fulfillment through introspection and self-exploration, navigating life's transitions with resilience. You'll find a safe space in our sessions for deep self-discovery aimed at fostering deeper connections and a more meaningful life. Let’s connect and make meaningful progress together.
I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and creative therapies, along with various other modalities, to effectively support your introspection, communication, and trauma healing.
Whether you're dealing with relationship challenges, family dynamics, or personal growth struggles, I am committed to effectively addressing your unique needs and goals. Our focus will be on emotional regulation and mastering communication to manage anxiety, depression, or trauma. We'll work together to enhance your relationships and achieve personal fulfillment through introspection and self-exploration, navigating life's transitions with resilience. You'll find a safe space in our sessions for deep self-discovery aimed at fostering deeper connections and a more meaningful life. Let’s connect and make meaningful progress together.
Our therapists are equipped with training and experience in a broad range of therapeutic approaches including EMDR, EFT, Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, Exposure-Based Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and CBT and DBT, ART, and ADHD and Mental Health Assessments for children, teens and adults.
Maliya’s Psychologists support Women, Teens and Children in managing stress, forming healthy relationships, building greater self-confidence, finding passion, and living a life of joy and fulfilment. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, coping with grief or loss, or managing ongoing anxiety, our Psychologists are here to support you every step of the way. Maliya is a holistic wellness centre nestled in cozy Cochrane, Alberta. Our Wellness Centre offers a diverse menu of services that cater to all elements of well-being, all under one roof, embracing you with warmth, support and care.
Our therapists are equipped with training and experience in a broad range of therapeutic approaches including EMDR, EFT, Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, Exposure-Based Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and CBT and DBT, ART, and ADHD and Mental Health Assessments for children, teens and adults.
Maliya’s Psychologists support Women, Teens and Children in managing stress, forming healthy relationships, building greater self-confidence, finding passion, and living a life of joy and fulfilment. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, coping with grief or loss, or managing ongoing anxiety, our Psychologists are here to support you every step of the way. Maliya is a holistic wellness centre nestled in cozy Cochrane, Alberta. Our Wellness Centre offers a diverse menu of services that cater to all elements of well-being, all under one roof, embracing you with warmth, support and care.
Gillian provides individual and couples therapy, Interpersonal Group Therapy, EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
Gillian is committed to helping clients develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. She believes that therapy is helpful when we feel stuck in unhealthy patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating. Sometimes these patterns lead to difficulty coping with life's transitions, low mood or anxiety, unsatisfactory relationships or addictive behaviors. At times, they are the result of difficult or traumatic experience. If you are looking for someone to help you break these patterns, and develop happier more satisfying relationships, Gillian might be a fit for you
Gillian provides individual and couples therapy, Interpersonal Group Therapy, EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
Gillian is committed to helping clients develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. She believes that therapy is helpful when we feel stuck in unhealthy patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating. Sometimes these patterns lead to difficulty coping with life's transitions, low mood or anxiety, unsatisfactory relationships or addictive behaviors. At times, they are the result of difficult or traumatic experience. If you are looking for someone to help you break these patterns, and develop happier more satisfying relationships, Gillian might be a fit for you
IMatter - Therapy for Creative & Intelligent Women
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cochrane, AB T4C (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR, Flash Technique, psychodynamic, body-focused, mindfulness, clinical hypnosis, and existential therapy approaches, among others.
I provide online therapy in AB, NS, & NB to women and therapists dealing with anxiety, trauma (single incident, complex, attachment, & family of origin), perfectionism, fertility issues, and the painful legacy of being an adult child of a narcissist. In therapy we will make space for all the parts of you and all the things you find hard to say and begin to understand how your beliefs about yourself developed in response to how you adapted to belong and survive in your life. I use psychodynamic, body-focused, mindfulness, EMDR, Flash, clinical hypnosis, and existential therapies to help you heal and get back to living well and fully.
I am trained in EMDR, Flash Technique, psychodynamic, body-focused, mindfulness, clinical hypnosis, and existential therapy approaches, among others.
I provide online therapy in AB, NS, & NB to women and therapists dealing with anxiety, trauma (single incident, complex, attachment, & family of origin), perfectionism, fertility issues, and the painful legacy of being an adult child of a narcissist. In therapy we will make space for all the parts of you and all the things you find hard to say and begin to understand how your beliefs about yourself developed in response to how you adapted to belong and survive in your life. I use psychodynamic, body-focused, mindfulness, EMDR, Flash, clinical hypnosis, and existential therapies to help you heal and get back to living well and fully.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, Emotion Focused, Mindfulness, and the SPACE Treatment for parents of highly anxious children.
My passion is helping individuals who identify as highly sensitive, highly emotional, or who experience emotional dysregulation (regardless of diagnosis) find their path to wellness. I encourage my clients to be curious about how they can cultivate lifestyle changes to think, emote and behave in ways that foster personal wellbeing and contentment. I work with adults and teens 14+. In addition to providing general therapy, I also offer sport psychology for equestrians. Need help overcoming mental and emotional blocks that impede performance, I may be the right therapist for you!
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, Emotion Focused, Mindfulness, and the SPACE Treatment for parents of highly anxious children.
My passion is helping individuals who identify as highly sensitive, highly emotional, or who experience emotional dysregulation (regardless of diagnosis) find their path to wellness. I encourage my clients to be curious about how they can cultivate lifestyle changes to think, emote and behave in ways that foster personal wellbeing and contentment. I work with adults and teens 14+. In addition to providing general therapy, I also offer sport psychology for equestrians. Need help overcoming mental and emotional blocks that impede performance, I may be the right therapist for you!
Although trained in all of the fundamentals of EMDR Dr.
Dr. McGrath believes we all have the ability to solve our problems. We may feel ‘stuck’ from past traumas or stresses or overwhelmed by present events. When we experience stress or trauma, it can be difficult to access these solutions because we are weighed down by our emotions. At Healing Change Centre, Dr. McGrath’s role is to facilitate finding solutions during a crisis so that people know ‘they can get through tomorrow’. He also aids his clients in becoming more aware of their emotions and expressing them in a different way, so they have the ability to stay connected.
Although trained in all of the fundamentals of EMDR Dr.
Dr. McGrath believes we all have the ability to solve our problems. We may feel ‘stuck’ from past traumas or stresses or overwhelmed by present events. When we experience stress or trauma, it can be difficult to access these solutions because we are weighed down by our emotions. At Healing Change Centre, Dr. McGrath’s role is to facilitate finding solutions during a crisis so that people know ‘they can get through tomorrow’. He also aids his clients in becoming more aware of their emotions and expressing them in a different way, so they have the ability to stay connected.
I am a trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapist and use EMDR along with Internal Family Systems and Ego State therapy to address significant trauma recent and past.
I aim to be an unusual therapist. I harness imagination, energy, enthusiasm, poetry, and humour in my effort to understand your story and elevate your voice. Whether you are considering the past, the present, or the future, I believe that therapeutic conversations can expand the options, responses, and actions we have available to us to heal ourselves heart, mind, and spirit. It is a privilege to come alongside you and join you in this journey. I practice the art of paying attention, which means what you say to me and who you are-is extremely important. I will work hard during our time together to listen, to understand, and to help.
I am a trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapist and use EMDR along with Internal Family Systems and Ego State therapy to address significant trauma recent and past.
I aim to be an unusual therapist. I harness imagination, energy, enthusiasm, poetry, and humour in my effort to understand your story and elevate your voice. Whether you are considering the past, the present, or the future, I believe that therapeutic conversations can expand the options, responses, and actions we have available to us to heal ourselves heart, mind, and spirit. It is a privilege to come alongside you and join you in this journey. I practice the art of paying attention, which means what you say to me and who you are-is extremely important. I will work hard during our time together to listen, to understand, and to help.
I work with Clients using an attachment centred approach, EMDR therapy and other therapeutic methods to help people resolve and accept the struggles they are facing.
Are you feeling worried, sad or overwhelmed with parenting? Have you experienced a recent trauma or childhood trauma that you want support with? Are you concerned about your mood, and not feeling like yourself lately? Do you fear childbirth, or have had a difficult childbirth that you want help with? I specialize in trauma, women's mental health, reproductive mental health and prenatal/postpartum concerns.
I work with Clients using an attachment centred approach, EMDR therapy and other therapeutic methods to help people resolve and accept the struggles they are facing.
Are you feeling worried, sad or overwhelmed with parenting? Have you experienced a recent trauma or childhood trauma that you want support with? Are you concerned about your mood, and not feeling like yourself lately? Do you fear childbirth, or have had a difficult childbirth that you want help with? I specialize in trauma, women's mental health, reproductive mental health and prenatal/postpartum concerns.
I am also a trained EMDR and PE therapist.
As owner, operator and lead clinician at Jennifer Berard & Associates, I believe that all people have an incredible capacity for change. I've had the honour to observe individuals, with seemingly insurmountable challenges, create meaningful and lasting change. My approach is client centered. I believe that you are the expert in your life and I aim to help you find your own strength, in your own time, at your own pace. I have extensive experience and training in the Addiction and Mental Health field, with specialized experience in the addictions, trauma, forensics and first responders.
I am also a trained EMDR and PE therapist.
As owner, operator and lead clinician at Jennifer Berard & Associates, I believe that all people have an incredible capacity for change. I've had the honour to observe individuals, with seemingly insurmountable challenges, create meaningful and lasting change. My approach is client centered. I believe that you are the expert in your life and I aim to help you find your own strength, in your own time, at your own pace. I have extensive experience and training in the Addiction and Mental Health field, with specialized experience in the addictions, trauma, forensics and first responders.
With a focus on 'talk therapy,' I often use additional techniques such as EMDR and hypnosis, and draw on strategies from cognitive-behavioural therapy, and other approaches.
These are unprecedented times, rife with unprecedented challenges. The uncertainty of the situation, the lack of a map for understanding the present and envisioning the future, is a source of chronic stress for almost everyone one, and takes a particularly heavy toll on some. Its impacts are being felt at every level, experienced in ways that continue to evolve and that may be overwhelming. We are all new to this situation, but we are not new to grappling with unforeseen problems or having to pick our way though the unknown. Helping people to do that, even in ordinary times, is what my work is all about.
With a focus on 'talk therapy,' I often use additional techniques such as EMDR and hypnosis, and draw on strategies from cognitive-behavioural therapy, and other approaches.
These are unprecedented times, rife with unprecedented challenges. The uncertainty of the situation, the lack of a map for understanding the present and envisioning the future, is a source of chronic stress for almost everyone one, and takes a particularly heavy toll on some. Its impacts are being felt at every level, experienced in ways that continue to evolve and that may be overwhelming. We are all new to this situation, but we are not new to grappling with unforeseen problems or having to pick our way though the unknown. Helping people to do that, even in ordinary times, is what my work is all about.
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I am trained in EMDR, as well as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion-focused Therapy.
I strive to support individuals with their mental well-being journeys. I am dedicated to building a collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental relationship with my clients as they transform their relationship with painful emotions and experiences. I work with you to understand the impact of trauma, mental health and emotional dysregulation while supporting you in healing and building a renewed story of your life.
I am trained in EMDR, as well as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Emotion-focused Therapy.
I strive to support individuals with their mental well-being journeys. I am dedicated to building a collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental relationship with my clients as they transform their relationship with painful emotions and experiences. I work with you to understand the impact of trauma, mental health and emotional dysregulation while supporting you in healing and building a renewed story of your life.
Clients seeking treatment for symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and/or relationship issues will benefit from my integrated approach which draws from evidence based best practices including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Gestalt interventions; grief/loss models; Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT); EMDR; the and Gottman Method.
I am keen to collaborate with Individuals and couples wanting to discover and understand the underlying factors which may be contributing to their symptoms of distress and conflict in their lives and in their relationships. Together we will develop a therapeutic alliance: influenced by curiosity; mindfulness; and self-compassion; that will focus on creating, and trying to achieve, your unique treatment goals. I am passionate about mental and emotional health, and I enjoy guiding and supporting clients while they strive to improve and change their lives.
Clients seeking treatment for symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and/or relationship issues will benefit from my integrated approach which draws from evidence based best practices including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Gestalt interventions; grief/loss models; Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT); EMDR; the and Gottman Method.
I am keen to collaborate with Individuals and couples wanting to discover and understand the underlying factors which may be contributing to their symptoms of distress and conflict in their lives and in their relationships. Together we will develop a therapeutic alliance: influenced by curiosity; mindfulness; and self-compassion; that will focus on creating, and trying to achieve, your unique treatment goals. I am passionate about mental and emotional health, and I enjoy guiding and supporting clients while they strive to improve and change their lives.
I work with children (play and art), teens, and adults, addressing trauma ( EMDR), ADHD, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, relationships, parenting, communication, feeling heard and seen, work burnout, stress, family conflict, and racism.
Maybe you struggle with constant guilt, anxiety, feeling disconnected, struggling with ADHD, your job, parenting, balancing all your responsibilities, or just not knowing what you want. Perhaps you struggle with not feeling good enough, or you often find yourself putting everyone else’s needs first- even if it comes at the expense of your needs being compromised. You might find it hard to accept help, rest, or ask for what you want due to fears of inadequacy, rejection, or guilt. These patterns may be lifelong or recent. Either way, I’m here to help. You don’t have to figure this out alone—it's too much for one person to carry.
I work with children (play and art), teens, and adults, addressing trauma ( EMDR), ADHD, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, relationships, parenting, communication, feeling heard and seen, work burnout, stress, family conflict, and racism.
Maybe you struggle with constant guilt, anxiety, feeling disconnected, struggling with ADHD, your job, parenting, balancing all your responsibilities, or just not knowing what you want. Perhaps you struggle with not feeling good enough, or you often find yourself putting everyone else’s needs first- even if it comes at the expense of your needs being compromised. You might find it hard to accept help, rest, or ask for what you want due to fears of inadequacy, rejection, or guilt. These patterns may be lifelong or recent. Either way, I’m here to help. You don’t have to figure this out alone—it's too much for one person to carry.
Welcome! My name is Melinda Kunyi and I am a Registered Psychologist working at ARCH Psychological Services. I obtained my Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I utilize Solution Focused Therapy along with other modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Mindfulness based therapies. I see the uniqueness of each situation and the uniqueness of each individual. Through this I believe in tailoring therapy based on individual needs. Going on a healing journey with a client is an honour and privilege.
Welcome! My name is Melinda Kunyi and I am a Registered Psychologist working at ARCH Psychological Services. I obtained my Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I utilize Solution Focused Therapy along with other modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Mindfulness based therapies. I see the uniqueness of each situation and the uniqueness of each individual. Through this I believe in tailoring therapy based on individual needs. Going on a healing journey with a client is an honour and privilege.
Piekenbrock Psychology Services
Psychologist, MSc, BEd, BSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cochrane, AB T4C
Piekenbrock Psychological Service is where you can begin your journey towards mental wellness. As a clinical psychologist, Myka provides EMDR, trauma informed somatic therapy, bibliotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy to adults, teens and children. As an educational psychologist, Myka offers her expertise in educational assessments. With the dual accreditation, Myka is a wealth of experience waiting for you to access to your advantage. This life is yours to seize! If you email me please check your spam mail if you don't get a quick reply! Alternatively, call me!
Piekenbrock Psychological Service is where you can begin your journey towards mental wellness. As a clinical psychologist, Myka provides EMDR, trauma informed somatic therapy, bibliotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy to adults, teens and children. As an educational psychologist, Myka offers her expertise in educational assessments. With the dual accreditation, Myka is a wealth of experience waiting for you to access to your advantage. This life is yours to seize! If you email me please check your spam mail if you don't get a quick reply! Alternatively, call me!
I have experience with a variety of client challenges including anxiety, addiction, complex trauma, depression, ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, grief, etc. I have a strong interest in Interpersonal Neurobiology (the brain’s ability to rewire itself when offered corrective emotional experiences) and Sensorimotor Therapy, which rests under the assumption that trauma or attachment disruption is stored in the body. In addition, I have recently started using EMDR in my therapeutic practice with children and adults.
I have experience with a variety of client challenges including anxiety, addiction, complex trauma, depression, ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, grief, etc. I have a strong interest in Interpersonal Neurobiology (the brain’s ability to rewire itself when offered corrective emotional experiences) and Sensorimotor Therapy, which rests under the assumption that trauma or attachment disruption is stored in the body. In addition, I have recently started using EMDR in my therapeutic practice with children and adults.
I have also completed basic training in EMDR Therapy (Levels 1 & 2).
I am passionate about working with adult individuals who struggle with PTSD and trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, co-dependency, stress management, and relationship issues. Generally, my clients are functioning quite well in their day-to-day lives, but negative thought patterns and behaviours (which may have served them in the past, but no longer are) tend to get in the way of their ability to cope with work, relationships, etc.
I have also completed basic training in EMDR Therapy (Levels 1 & 2).
I am passionate about working with adult individuals who struggle with PTSD and trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, co-dependency, stress management, and relationship issues. Generally, my clients are functioning quite well in their day-to-day lives, but negative thought patterns and behaviours (which may have served them in the past, but no longer are) tend to get in the way of their ability to cope with work, relationships, etc.
I specialize in health and performance psychology including sport psychology, injury & surgery recovery, chronic pain, pain management, chronic conditions (including long Covid), trauma processing, EMDR, anxiety, and counselling for children & youth.
I enjoy working with a diverse clientele looking to achieve their best health, wellness, and performance outcomes with an approach that includes both coping strategies and prevention. Some clients are looking to take charge of their health and not getting answers in the current healthcare system. I work with athletes of all ages looking to develop a champion mindset, reach the podium, and overcome performance anxiety. When individuals are faced with injury or surgery, we collaborate to speed up recovery times, promote healing, and help them overcome mental roadblocks.
I specialize in health and performance psychology including sport psychology, injury & surgery recovery, chronic pain, pain management, chronic conditions (including long Covid), trauma processing, EMDR, anxiety, and counselling for children & youth.
I enjoy working with a diverse clientele looking to achieve their best health, wellness, and performance outcomes with an approach that includes both coping strategies and prevention. Some clients are looking to take charge of their health and not getting answers in the current healthcare system. I work with athletes of all ages looking to develop a champion mindset, reach the podium, and overcome performance anxiety. When individuals are faced with injury or surgery, we collaborate to speed up recovery times, promote healing, and help them overcome mental roadblocks.
Reshma Bose Registered Psychologist
Psychologist, BA, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cochrane, AB T4C
I draw upon a mix of evidence-based treatment, including aspects of: Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Sandplay, Theraplay, Mindfulness, and EMDR.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I am a Registered Psychologist, born & raised in Edmonton. I am passionate about providing individual & group counseling services to children, youth, and adults from all walks of life. My professional experience over the past 10 years includes working with young offenders, inmates, hospitalized patients, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have also loved volunteering as a crisis line worker at Distress Centre Calgary for over 2 years. Some of my areas of specialty include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parent-Child Attachment, Divorce/Separation, Returning to Work, OCD, Self-esteem.
I draw upon a mix of evidence-based treatment, including aspects of: Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Sandplay, Theraplay, Mindfulness, and EMDR.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I am a Registered Psychologist, born & raised in Edmonton. I am passionate about providing individual & group counseling services to children, youth, and adults from all walks of life. My professional experience over the past 10 years includes working with young offenders, inmates, hospitalized patients, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have also loved volunteering as a crisis line worker at Distress Centre Calgary for over 2 years. Some of my areas of specialty include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parent-Child Attachment, Divorce/Separation, Returning to Work, OCD, Self-esteem.
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Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimising its ability to trigger anxiety.