EMDR Therapists in Central City, Phoenix, AZ
Douglas Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC , LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Waitlist for new clients
In practice I frequently utilize EMDR to help clients overcome past traumas so that they can move forward in life from the past.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety or depression, accepting or understanding your identity, needing change, or wanting to get past personal trauma? If so, you are not alone. In life we all deal with challenges that are difficult to handle, especially on our own. I am a trained, independently licensed professional who is here to help you though the storm. In my over ten years of experience I have developed a client centered approach to therapy that builds on your personal strengths, insights, and understanding to help you move towards what you envision for yourself and your life. Change can be difficult, but change is possible.
In practice I frequently utilize EMDR to help clients overcome past traumas so that they can move forward in life from the past.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety or depression, accepting or understanding your identity, needing change, or wanting to get past personal trauma? If so, you are not alone. In life we all deal with challenges that are difficult to handle, especially on our own. I am a trained, independently licensed professional who is here to help you though the storm. In my over ten years of experience I have developed a client centered approach to therapy that builds on your personal strengths, insights, and understanding to help you move towards what you envision for yourself and your life. Change can be difficult, but change is possible.
Carlie Rouse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MS, EMDR-AC
Verified Verified
28 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85007
If you're looking for a career, EMDR consultations, or a mentor in this space, I’ve gotchu! Real life, I have found navigating the counseling world to be overwhelming & at times, lonely.
Finding a therapist can be like online dating, it takes a few awkward matches before finding the right fit! Give yourself permission to explore and find a good connection for your therapy journey. I primarily work with clients who are struggling in their relationships with their mind, career, and connections (friends, family, romance, all the peeps). We work together to gain insight into patterns and learn new skills for coping, communication and boundary setting. For those wanting to go a little deeper, I love utilizing EMDR to address the core issues at hand. Often our past experiences contribute to our current realities.
If you're looking for a career, EMDR consultations, or a mentor in this space, I’ve gotchu! Real life, I have found navigating the counseling world to be overwhelming & at times, lonely.
Finding a therapist can be like online dating, it takes a few awkward matches before finding the right fit! Give yourself permission to explore and find a good connection for your therapy journey. I primarily work with clients who are struggling in their relationships with their mind, career, and connections (friends, family, romance, all the peeps). We work together to gain insight into patterns and learn new skills for coping, communication and boundary setting. For those wanting to go a little deeper, I love utilizing EMDR to address the core issues at hand. Often our past experiences contribute to our current realities.
Amber Block-Zambrano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Waitlist for new clients
My passion for service is especially directed at underrepresented communities (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+). I understand there is power in being heard, seen and validated and I pride myself in allowing my clients the space for that. I use a combination of Eye movement desensitization reprocessing ( EMDR), motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness to help people navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationships, and other issues.
My passion for service is especially directed at underrepresented communities (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+). I understand there is power in being heard, seen and validated and I pride myself in allowing my clients the space for that. I use a combination of Eye movement desensitization reprocessing ( EMDR), motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness to help people navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationships, and other issues.
Scott Driver
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85003
I've used EMDR, hypnosis, and somatic techniques to help many clients put their pasts behind them and create the intimacy and connection that they and their partners deserve.
Do painful issues from your past keep you from having the sex life you want? I've helped many people make peace with their very worst memories, allowing them to build lives, love, and futures that had been out of reach before. Do you struggle with sexual behaviors that you can't control, or with guilt or shame about your behaviors or desires? I also have excellent experience helping clients with out-of-control or maladaptive sexual behaviors, what others often call "sex addiction".
I've used EMDR, hypnosis, and somatic techniques to help many clients put their pasts behind them and create the intimacy and connection that they and their partners deserve.
Do painful issues from your past keep you from having the sex life you want? I've helped many people make peace with their very worst memories, allowing them to build lives, love, and futures that had been out of reach before. Do you struggle with sexual behaviors that you can't control, or with guilt or shame about your behaviors or desires? I also have excellent experience helping clients with out-of-control or maladaptive sexual behaviors, what others often call "sex addiction".
I use evidence-based interventions, including EMDR therapy and mindfulness-based therapy to help my clients achieve lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or maybe navigating a new life transition? I know how daunting that can be, and I'm here to walk that path with you. I’m truly passionate about creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. We'll work together to define your goals and check in to make sure you’re getting exactly what you need throughout your therapy journey. As a therapist, I bring a warm, down-to-earth vibe to our sessions, making it easier to tackle the tough stuff at a pace that feels right for you.
I use evidence-based interventions, including EMDR therapy and mindfulness-based therapy to help my clients achieve lasting change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or maybe navigating a new life transition? I know how daunting that can be, and I'm here to walk that path with you. I’m truly passionate about creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. We'll work together to define your goals and check in to make sure you’re getting exactly what you need throughout your therapy journey. As a therapist, I bring a warm, down-to-earth vibe to our sessions, making it easier to tackle the tough stuff at a pace that feels right for you.
I have training in somatic attachment and somatic internal family systems, trauma-informed, and EMDR approaches.
I am licensed in Arizona and Pennsylvania. I offer online counseling for those who need convenience and flexibility. All individuals are uniquely gifted, have immeasurable purpose and value, and are all deserving of emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness. I also believe that wellness is a lifelong journey filled with opportunities for healing and growth. We all have the raw materials for an authentic life but sometimes we need help figuring out what that means for us.
I have training in somatic attachment and somatic internal family systems, trauma-informed, and EMDR approaches.
I am licensed in Arizona and Pennsylvania. I offer online counseling for those who need convenience and flexibility. All individuals are uniquely gifted, have immeasurable purpose and value, and are all deserving of emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness. I also believe that wellness is a lifelong journey filled with opportunities for healing and growth. We all have the raw materials for an authentic life but sometimes we need help figuring out what that means for us.
Arline Lemeshewsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (Online Only)
Pull up a chair and let's talk. I'm a bilingual EMDR therapist with 30 years experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD. Rediscover your full Self! Reignite your passion for life! I delight in helping people not only survive but thrive through evidence-based practice and cutting-edge research. I work in collaboration with other health professionals to help you restore harmony, balance and wholeness.
Pull up a chair and let's talk. I'm a bilingual EMDR therapist with 30 years experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD. Rediscover your full Self! Reignite your passion for life! I delight in helping people not only survive but thrive through evidence-based practice and cutting-edge research. I work in collaboration with other health professionals to help you restore harmony, balance and wholeness.
As an EMDR-trained therapist, I work with adults using a trauma-informed lens.
As a neurodiverse, biromantic, asexual, non-binary person, I recognize the need for therapists who are open and affirming of client identities. I have seen people change through the power of genuine, non-judgmental counseling that allows people a safe space to look at themselves and how they want to fit into the world. My goal is to provide that same warmth and compassion in a way that is tailored to fit an individual’s needs. I firmly believe that everyone has what it takes to grow, and I am here to provide the reflective space for that growth.
As an EMDR-trained therapist, I work with adults using a trauma-informed lens.
As a neurodiverse, biromantic, asexual, non-binary person, I recognize the need for therapists who are open and affirming of client identities. I have seen people change through the power of genuine, non-judgmental counseling that allows people a safe space to look at themselves and how they want to fit into the world. My goal is to provide that same warmth and compassion in a way that is tailored to fit an individual’s needs. I firmly believe that everyone has what it takes to grow, and I am here to provide the reflective space for that growth.
Amanda Anderson
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85007 (Online Only)
With a genuine, non-judgmental approach, I will guide you in uncovering the underlying causes of your challenges and facilitate lasting healing through EMDR therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s stressors? Struggling to cope with past traumas and their impact on your relationships and self-worth? If you’re ready to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and work through the intense reactions and emotions you are experiencing, you’re in the right place. I specialize in helping individuals navigate PTSD, Complex PTSD, attachment issues, relationship challenges, and struggles with self-worth. Let’s work together to uncover and address the underlying issues affecting your well-being and build a path towards healing and growth.
With a genuine, non-judgmental approach, I will guide you in uncovering the underlying causes of your challenges and facilitate lasting healing through EMDR therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s stressors? Struggling to cope with past traumas and their impact on your relationships and self-worth? If you’re ready to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and work through the intense reactions and emotions you are experiencing, you’re in the right place. I specialize in helping individuals navigate PTSD, Complex PTSD, attachment issues, relationship challenges, and struggles with self-worth. Let’s work together to uncover and address the underlying issues affecting your well-being and build a path towards healing and growth.
Although I primarily practice through a psychodynamic foundation, I offer approaches that support healing from trauma through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), as well as creating healthier relationships through Attachment-Based Therapy, and helping you manage and break free from eating disorders through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you are here, I imagine you may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or you are unsure what you may be feeling. Whether you have been to therapy before or considering trying it for the first time, I am committed to helping you identify and remove the barriers of eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, and problematic sexual behaviors. I will work with you to remove these barriers by establishing a safe, empathetic, and supportive environment. In addition, I will work to facilitate a strong therapeutic relationship, which I find to be a catalyst of change.
Although I primarily practice through a psychodynamic foundation, I offer approaches that support healing from trauma through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), as well as creating healthier relationships through Attachment-Based Therapy, and helping you manage and break free from eating disorders through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you are here, I imagine you may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or you are unsure what you may be feeling. Whether you have been to therapy before or considering trying it for the first time, I am committed to helping you identify and remove the barriers of eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, and problematic sexual behaviors. I will work with you to remove these barriers by establishing a safe, empathetic, and supportive environment. In addition, I will work to facilitate a strong therapeutic relationship, which I find to be a catalyst of change.
Misty Andersen-Pitcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85004 (Online Only)
I am certified in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, trauma trained with EMDR, offer individual DBT, and provide brain rehab/ coaching for the neurodivergent ("spicy" brains).
I work from a holistic approach to life, learning, and healing; everything is connected in some way. Once you identify and master the connections that work for you, then the doing just makes sense, and you move forward with new life practices. My clients heal painful past experiences with current awareness, start trusting & caring for themselves, learn how to identify & break from toxic relationships while developing healthy ones, establish skills & routines to improve follow-through, gain emotion regulation, develop skills for problem-solving/ decision-making, and overcome harmful thoughts and behavior patterns.
I am certified in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, trauma trained with EMDR, offer individual DBT, and provide brain rehab/ coaching for the neurodivergent ("spicy" brains).
I work from a holistic approach to life, learning, and healing; everything is connected in some way. Once you identify and master the connections that work for you, then the doing just makes sense, and you move forward with new life practices. My clients heal painful past experiences with current awareness, start trusting & caring for themselves, learn how to identify & break from toxic relationships while developing healthy ones, establish skills & routines to improve follow-through, gain emotion regulation, develop skills for problem-solving/ decision-making, and overcome harmful thoughts and behavior patterns.
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I am also trained in DBT and EMDR and have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings.
You may have landed on this professional profile because you are taking stock of your life and realize that the life you have is not the one you envisioned for yourself. Whether you are bored or in a lot of pain, you may be seeking growth and change, possibly a sense of aliveness. Counseling can be a safe, nurturing setting to slow down and listen to your soul and your body. As you become aware of yourself, you begin to understand how you got to where you are, why you do what you do, and what new paths are possible to you. As a trained therapist from a relational-psychodynamic perspective, I see therapy as a collaborative process.
I am also trained in DBT and EMDR and have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings.
You may have landed on this professional profile because you are taking stock of your life and realize that the life you have is not the one you envisioned for yourself. Whether you are bored or in a lot of pain, you may be seeking growth and change, possibly a sense of aliveness. Counseling can be a safe, nurturing setting to slow down and listen to your soul and your body. As you become aware of yourself, you begin to understand how you got to where you are, why you do what you do, and what new paths are possible to you. As a trained therapist from a relational-psychodynamic perspective, I see therapy as a collaborative process.
I am formally trained in various trauma-informed modalities including IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), as well as Expressive arts, DBT, CBT and Polyvagal informed approaches.
I have worked for over a decade in the mental health field in various forms. I have an unquenchable curiosity regarding the human experience and how we choose to live our lives and foster our relationships. I love helping others find their way to live their best lives. I would be honored to be a part of that journey with you. I have worked with all walks of life. I work with trauma healing, anxiety, depression, dissociation, and helping other's connect to their body. I also enjoy helping others use mindfulness, meditation, intuition and expressive arts to find what they align to for healing in their lives.
I am formally trained in various trauma-informed modalities including IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), as well as Expressive arts, DBT, CBT and Polyvagal informed approaches.
I have worked for over a decade in the mental health field in various forms. I have an unquenchable curiosity regarding the human experience and how we choose to live our lives and foster our relationships. I love helping others find their way to live their best lives. I would be honored to be a part of that journey with you. I have worked with all walks of life. I work with trauma healing, anxiety, depression, dissociation, and helping other's connect to their body. I also enjoy helping others use mindfulness, meditation, intuition and expressive arts to find what they align to for healing in their lives.
Have you ever felt stuck in certain areas of your life and can tell it needs attention or relief? Sometimes, that mere curiosity is all we need to take steps toward a life filled with contentment, satisfaction, and emotional tolerance. I specialize working with adults who have experienced trauma in the past that is causing issues in relationships, work, performance, or overall important areas of life. Past trauma has a way of taking up space in our mind or body, and if left unresolved, will show up as anxiety, depression, withdrawal, and dissatisfaction. I am EMDR trained and use this as my main therapeutic modality.
Have you ever felt stuck in certain areas of your life and can tell it needs attention or relief? Sometimes, that mere curiosity is all we need to take steps toward a life filled with contentment, satisfaction, and emotional tolerance. I specialize working with adults who have experienced trauma in the past that is causing issues in relationships, work, performance, or overall important areas of life. Past trauma has a way of taking up space in our mind or body, and if left unresolved, will show up as anxiety, depression, withdrawal, and dissatisfaction. I am EMDR trained and use this as my main therapeutic modality.
Shereen Breuer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85003
My approach is integrative, drawing upon various modalities of therapy and therapeutic interventions such as EMDR, IFS, Ecotherapy, Organic Intelligence (OI), Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, as well as mindfulness and somatic-based practices.
I want to meet you wherever you are on your life's journey and assist you in moving seamlessly and effortlessly towards your next juncture. I am fully committed to providing psychotherapy to adults who are grappling with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Additionally, I offer psychedelic integration therapy to adults who have had non-ordinary experiences from psychedelics, ketamine, plant medicines, meditation and breathwork.
My approach is integrative, drawing upon various modalities of therapy and therapeutic interventions such as EMDR, IFS, Ecotherapy, Organic Intelligence (OI), Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, as well as mindfulness and somatic-based practices.
I want to meet you wherever you are on your life's journey and assist you in moving seamlessly and effortlessly towards your next juncture. I am fully committed to providing psychotherapy to adults who are grappling with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Additionally, I offer psychedelic integration therapy to adults who have had non-ordinary experiences from psychedelics, ketamine, plant medicines, meditation and breathwork.
Rising Sun Therapy
Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (Online Only)
EMDR and IFS are just two of several possible therapies Lisa employs.
Lisa creates a safe and supportive environment where you can reach your greatest mental health. Lisa is compassionate and non-judgemental - she will meet you where you are in life and empower you to exceed your current limits. With a mindful perspective on the whole person, Lisa offers mental health services for trauma, anxiety and lifestyle change. The mind, body, spirit connection is real, and the health of each is vital.
EMDR and IFS are just two of several possible therapies Lisa employs.
Lisa creates a safe and supportive environment where you can reach your greatest mental health. Lisa is compassionate and non-judgemental - she will meet you where you are in life and empower you to exceed your current limits. With a mindful perspective on the whole person, Lisa offers mental health services for trauma, anxiety and lifestyle change. The mind, body, spirit connection is real, and the health of each is vital.
Judith Levin is dedicated to the experience of healing as reflected in her 32 years as a Constructionist Therapist and Nurse Practitioner. She works collaboratively with clients to create a safe and trusted space that will assist clients to address their concerns, challenges, and reasons for seeking therapy. Judith accentuates on restoring resilience, helping clients to create new meanings, generate new possibilities and achieve more fulfilling levels of satisfaction and wellness. Judith completed a 2 year post-graduate program at the Postgraduate Institute for Family Therapy. She is also certified in MBSR and EMDR therapies.
Judith Levin is dedicated to the experience of healing as reflected in her 32 years as a Constructionist Therapist and Nurse Practitioner. She works collaboratively with clients to create a safe and trusted space that will assist clients to address their concerns, challenges, and reasons for seeking therapy. Judith accentuates on restoring resilience, helping clients to create new meanings, generate new possibilities and achieve more fulfilling levels of satisfaction and wellness. Judith completed a 2 year post-graduate program at the Postgraduate Institute for Family Therapy. She is also certified in MBSR and EMDR therapies.
Traumadaptive Counseling & Consulting PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85001 (Online Only)
My primary modality is EMDR and incorporate elements of DBT, IFS, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy.
My name is Imran Kirkland El and I’ve been an advocate in the field for over 15 years. I’m determined to hold a decolonized healing space for individuals and communities who are seeking support as they navigate the complexities of their inner world and external experiences. My passion is to serve QTBIPOC individuals and families facing unique challenges related to identity, discrimination, and systemic oppression. I work with adolescents, adults and families. The focus of therapy will include: healing from past traumas, cultivating Self-Love, building resilience, skills training and establishing a sense of community.
My primary modality is EMDR and incorporate elements of DBT, IFS, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy.
My name is Imran Kirkland El and I’ve been an advocate in the field for over 15 years. I’m determined to hold a decolonized healing space for individuals and communities who are seeking support as they navigate the complexities of their inner world and external experiences. My passion is to serve QTBIPOC individuals and families facing unique challenges related to identity, discrimination, and systemic oppression. I work with adolescents, adults and families. The focus of therapy will include: healing from past traumas, cultivating Self-Love, building resilience, skills training and establishing a sense of community.
Sara Toenies
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (Online Only)
Some of my therapeutic interventions are CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed best practices such as EMDR and TF-CBT, Couples Counseling, Sex in Couples Counseling, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Accepting BCBS, United Healthcare, Cigna and Aetna. I’m glad you landed here and took the hardest step to feeling better and getting the support you need. Do you want to understand why you may be feeling stuck? I will help you navigate your life and get you back to a more balanced place of joy, purpose, and fulfillment. Some of the areas I focus on are managing anxiety, depression, relationship betrayal, family conflict, grief and loss, trauma, or struggling to manage day to day life. I’m looking forward to working with you!
Some of my therapeutic interventions are CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed best practices such as EMDR and TF-CBT, Couples Counseling, Sex in Couples Counseling, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Accepting BCBS, United Healthcare, Cigna and Aetna. I’m glad you landed here and took the hardest step to feeling better and getting the support you need. Do you want to understand why you may be feeling stuck? I will help you navigate your life and get you back to a more balanced place of joy, purpose, and fulfillment. Some of the areas I focus on are managing anxiety, depression, relationship betrayal, family conflict, grief and loss, trauma, or struggling to manage day to day life. I’m looking forward to working with you!
Shaunté Sherwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Central City, Phoenix, AZ 85004 (Online Only)
By incorporating evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and/or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), clients can develop new coping mechanisms while addressing the underlying issues contributing to their challenges.
Hello and welcome, searching for a therapist is a brave first step towards growth and change. I help clients in ARIZONA work towards having a curious mind that fosters introspection and self-discovery to make generational changes in their lives. I have a clear and proactive approach to therapy, focusing on addressing the root causes of clients' challenges rather than just treating symptoms. I encourage open communication and provide a welcoming space for clients to explore their past experiences. This can be instrumental in helping clients understand the origins of their behaviors and work towards changing what isn't serving them.
By incorporating evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and/or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), clients can develop new coping mechanisms while addressing the underlying issues contributing to their challenges.
Hello and welcome, searching for a therapist is a brave first step towards growth and change. I help clients in ARIZONA work towards having a curious mind that fosters introspection and self-discovery to make generational changes in their lives. I have a clear and proactive approach to therapy, focusing on addressing the root causes of clients' challenges rather than just treating symptoms. I encourage open communication and provide a welcoming space for clients to explore their past experiences. This can be instrumental in helping clients understand the origins of their behaviors and work towards changing what isn't serving them.
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EMDR Therapists
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, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.