EMDR Therapists in Franklin, TN
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Joseph W Dabbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADACII, LCADC
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, MI, and ACT interventions.
I work with clients who have mental health concerns (anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use concerns, etc) family concerns/relationship concerns, loss/grief concerns, and transition/adjustment concerns.
I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, MI, and ACT interventions.
I work with clients who have mental health concerns (anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use concerns, etc) family concerns/relationship concerns, loss/grief concerns, and transition/adjustment concerns.
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Cammi Priode
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
I utilize a range of treatment approaches including, talk therapy, experiential therapy, EMDR, Family of Origin exploration, and bolstering coping and communication skills.
My passion is working with adult women, so much so it’s all I see in my practice! That’s right only women, 18 years and older. The reason I’m so passionate about working with adult women is because of the issues they face and the unique ways those issues look in a woman’s life. I bring over 10 years’ experience working directly with women and their emotional difficulties including trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relational issues and codependency, work/life balance, body image, and more.
I utilize a range of treatment approaches including, talk therapy, experiential therapy, EMDR, Family of Origin exploration, and bolstering coping and communication skills.
My passion is working with adult women, so much so it’s all I see in my practice! That’s right only women, 18 years and older. The reason I’m so passionate about working with adult women is because of the issues they face and the unique ways those issues look in a woman’s life. I bring over 10 years’ experience working directly with women and their emotional difficulties including trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relational issues and codependency, work/life balance, body image, and more.
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Katie Anthony
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT, (temp)
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37067
I use a trauma-informed approach to therapy, using EMDR, CBT, experiential and attachment-based approaches, depending on your needs and goals.
Therapy is a place to slow down, explore who you are, get unstuck, and engage in the important work of improving your relationships with yourself and others. I am genuinely and deeply interested in you- what experiences have shaped you, how you view the world, yourself and those around you. You and I will explore what is working well for you and what isn't, and will work together to move you toward a life of greater peace, congruency, connection and authenticity. My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you feel safe and fully seen for who have been and who you are today, and who you can be in the future.
I use a trauma-informed approach to therapy, using EMDR, CBT, experiential and attachment-based approaches, depending on your needs and goals.
Therapy is a place to slow down, explore who you are, get unstuck, and engage in the important work of improving your relationships with yourself and others. I am genuinely and deeply interested in you- what experiences have shaped you, how you view the world, yourself and those around you. You and I will explore what is working well for you and what isn't, and will work together to move you toward a life of greater peace, congruency, connection and authenticity. My goal as a therapist is to create a space where you feel safe and fully seen for who have been and who you are today, and who you can be in the future.
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Amy is EMDR trained and works with patients who are dealing with trauma.
Amy Shelton (LPC-MHSP) received her B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. Amy completed a PhD. in Clinical Counseling: Teaching and Supervision at Trevecca Nazarene University. Beginning her career as a College Therapist and Counselor at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Amy has over 10 years of experience in both counseling and teaching psychology, She has a passion for helping people and provides care with a patient centered approach. Amy uses an integrative counseling method that leans heavily on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to meet each patient’s individual needs.
Amy is EMDR trained and works with patients who are dealing with trauma.
Amy Shelton (LPC-MHSP) received her B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University. Amy completed a PhD. in Clinical Counseling: Teaching and Supervision at Trevecca Nazarene University. Beginning her career as a College Therapist and Counselor at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Amy has over 10 years of experience in both counseling and teaching psychology, She has a passion for helping people and provides care with a patient centered approach. Amy uses an integrative counseling method that leans heavily on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to meet each patient’s individual needs.
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Dave Flowers
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
I specialize in experiential, attachment-based therapy, and I am trained in EMDR.
After a brief stint as a touring musician and 20 years in the equipment finance industry, I finally found my perfect work-fit: helping families find healing from previous hurts, cope and move through current life difficulties, and prepare for a healthy future. I work with children and young adults who are dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss. As a parent, myself, I understand that when our children struggle, we struggle as well. So, I provide support to parents who are navigating difficult challenges with their children.
I specialize in experiential, attachment-based therapy, and I am trained in EMDR.
After a brief stint as a touring musician and 20 years in the equipment finance industry, I finally found my perfect work-fit: helping families find healing from previous hurts, cope and move through current life difficulties, and prepare for a healthy future. I work with children and young adults who are dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss. As a parent, myself, I understand that when our children struggle, we struggle as well. So, I provide support to parents who are navigating difficult challenges with their children.
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Amanda Rehn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37064 (Online Only)
With specialized training in whole-body healing techniques like EMDR, Brainspotting, & Nutritional Psychology, we can explore new ways of being and break free from old patterns that may be holding you back.
I am committed to helping individuals break free from feeling stuck and powerless in their lives. If you struggle to let go of unhealthy patterns or yearn for a more fulfilled, peaceful existence, I am here to support you on your journey. I believe counseling is a collaborative process where healing unfolds through our relationship with ourselves and others. Together, we can confront life's challenges and work towards unearthing your true potential. My approach involves understanding the patterns in your past experiences, relationships, thoughts, feelings, & behaviors that contribute to your current struggles.
With specialized training in whole-body healing techniques like EMDR, Brainspotting, & Nutritional Psychology, we can explore new ways of being and break free from old patterns that may be holding you back.
I am committed to helping individuals break free from feeling stuck and powerless in their lives. If you struggle to let go of unhealthy patterns or yearn for a more fulfilled, peaceful existence, I am here to support you on your journey. I believe counseling is a collaborative process where healing unfolds through our relationship with ourselves and others. Together, we can confront life's challenges and work towards unearthing your true potential. My approach involves understanding the patterns in your past experiences, relationships, thoughts, feelings, & behaviors that contribute to your current struggles.
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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate, a Certified EMDR Therapist, a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Restoring Hope Therapy Services is here to walk alongside you on your journey towards inner healing and meaningful connections. I am a compassionate therapist who offers personalized care rooted in evidence-based theories. My goal is to provide the support you need to embrace growth and create a fulfilling life. If this sounds like what you are looking for in a therapist, please reach to get started.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate, a Certified EMDR Therapist, a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Restoring Hope Therapy Services is here to walk alongside you on your journey towards inner healing and meaningful connections. I am a compassionate therapist who offers personalized care rooted in evidence-based theories. My goal is to provide the support you need to embrace growth and create a fulfilling life. If this sounds like what you are looking for in a therapist, please reach to get started.
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Rachel Sellers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
Waitlist for new clients
I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
There is nothing more difficult than struggling and not knowing where to turn for help. I would be honored to come alongside you as you navigate this process. I work with teens (12 and up) and adults who are experiencing eating disorders/disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety/OCD, depression, and PTSD. It is my goal to help you transform trauma into wisdom, author new stories, and assist you in tapping into your inherent resilience, strength, and worthiness. It is my belief that all of us are capable of healing and recovery, of becoming our truest, most beautiful selves.
I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
There is nothing more difficult than struggling and not knowing where to turn for help. I would be honored to come alongside you as you navigate this process. I work with teens (12 and up) and adults who are experiencing eating disorders/disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety/OCD, depression, and PTSD. It is my goal to help you transform trauma into wisdom, author new stories, and assist you in tapping into your inherent resilience, strength, and worthiness. It is my belief that all of us are capable of healing and recovery, of becoming our truest, most beautiful selves.
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I am also trained in Brainspotting and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for clients with trauma.
My passion is working with couples that feel stuck and pulled into destructive communication patterns in their relationship. I help couples heal from deep hurts and move towards intimate connection using Emotionally Focused Therapy, which is backed by research and a highly effective model for helping couples rebuild intimacy.
I am also trained in Brainspotting and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for clients with trauma.
My passion is working with couples that feel stuck and pulled into destructive communication patterns in their relationship. I help couples heal from deep hurts and move towards intimate connection using Emotionally Focused Therapy, which is backed by research and a highly effective model for helping couples rebuild intimacy.
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As a Certified EMDR therapist, I am consistently impressed with the power of EMDR to relieve the adverse effects of trauma and have seen astonishing improvements in my clients' overall sense of well-being.
Hello, and thanks for visiting! I take an integrative, holistic approach to therapy and consider all aspects of your health - mind, body, and spirit - in our work together. We don't need fixing; we need healing. I believe symptoms are messengers trying to take us inside to the places that need attention and compassion. I'll help you identify realistic therapy goals and gently encourage and assist you as you make the (often difficult) changes necessary to achieve them through psychoeducation, holistic interventions, and most importantly, a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
As a Certified EMDR therapist, I am consistently impressed with the power of EMDR to relieve the adverse effects of trauma and have seen astonishing improvements in my clients' overall sense of well-being.
Hello, and thanks for visiting! I take an integrative, holistic approach to therapy and consider all aspects of your health - mind, body, and spirit - in our work together. We don't need fixing; we need healing. I believe symptoms are messengers trying to take us inside to the places that need attention and compassion. I'll help you identify realistic therapy goals and gently encourage and assist you as you make the (often difficult) changes necessary to achieve them through psychoeducation, holistic interventions, and most importantly, a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship.
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I am a Certified EMDR Therapist with EMDRIA.
I know the courage it takes to walk into someone's office for the first time, so I strive to create an encouraging environment. My life experience has given me compassion and empathy for people who are hurting and are in need of help. I know how the past can influence the present and how the future can seem less hopeful. I believe hope is a powerful force. So if your lacking hope, I have extra you can borrow. Allot of my practice involves trauma work with individuals and couples and I utilize EMDR and Gottman method.
I am a Certified EMDR Therapist with EMDRIA.
I know the courage it takes to walk into someone's office for the first time, so I strive to create an encouraging environment. My life experience has given me compassion and empathy for people who are hurting and are in need of help. I know how the past can influence the present and how the future can seem less hopeful. I believe hope is a powerful force. So if your lacking hope, I have extra you can borrow. Allot of my practice involves trauma work with individuals and couples and I utilize EMDR and Gottman method.
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Tina Waymire Collier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and am trained in EMDR; TF-CBT and a Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator.
I serve individuals, children/adolescents, couples and families in embracing hope when you may otherwise feel lost. I provide a nurturing and secure atmosphere of trust while establishing a "partnership" with you regarding your care. I provide the type of therapy specific for your need and will utilize a variety of techniques to assist you in your journey. My goal is to educate my clients as to how to recognize their stressors in their lives, the impact on their mental health, how to deal with said stressors, and to learn preventative techniques.
I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and am trained in EMDR; TF-CBT and a Rule 31 Listed Family Mediator.
I serve individuals, children/adolescents, couples and families in embracing hope when you may otherwise feel lost. I provide a nurturing and secure atmosphere of trust while establishing a "partnership" with you regarding your care. I provide the type of therapy specific for your need and will utilize a variety of techniques to assist you in your journey. My goal is to educate my clients as to how to recognize their stressors in their lives, the impact on their mental health, how to deal with said stressors, and to learn preventative techniques.
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The Refuge Center exists to offer excellent, accessible, and affordable mental and emotional healthcare services in support of a transformational impact on communities. With over 70 Staff Therapists, Contract Therapists, and Interns, we can provide a wide variety of services and specialized techniques including, EMDR, Music Therapy, and Neurofeedback.
The Refuge Center exists to offer excellent, accessible, and affordable mental and emotional healthcare services in support of a transformational impact on communities. With over 70 Staff Therapists, Contract Therapists, and Interns, we can provide a wide variety of services and specialized techniques including, EMDR, Music Therapy, and Neurofeedback.
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Cara Allison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
I also believe that connecting with our bodies is a vital part of mental wellness and healing and am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting to further facilitate trauma recovery.
I believe that humans are capable of healing and growth when we are given space to be seen, heard, and fully accepted. I hope that through our work together, you will find the freedom to live your life bravely and embrace who you are.
A question that guides my approach to therapy is: “How do your past experiences, trauma, and heartache impact your life today?” The answer to that question is an invitation to heal past wounds and find more peace in the present.
I also believe that connecting with our bodies is a vital part of mental wellness and healing and am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting to further facilitate trauma recovery.
I believe that humans are capable of healing and growth when we are given space to be seen, heard, and fully accepted. I hope that through our work together, you will find the freedom to live your life bravely and embrace who you are.
A question that guides my approach to therapy is: “How do your past experiences, trauma, and heartache impact your life today?” The answer to that question is an invitation to heal past wounds and find more peace in the present.
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Kimberly Shultz Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37067
I'm certified in EMDR, with over 12 years of experience.
We now have immediate openings! Do you struggle with anxiety, overthinking or stress? Do you have unresolved past trauma or PTSD that interferes with your quality of life? If so, I can help! Starting therapy with a licensed clinician will help you regain control of your life, thoughts, and emotions. If you are concerned about cost, but still want quality treatment, we have 3 graduate level interns with immediate openings. Their sessions are typically $65.00, but they also have a sliding scale as low as $20. Call today to schedule your appointment! Visit our website kimberlyshultzcounseling.com to learn more.
I'm certified in EMDR, with over 12 years of experience.
We now have immediate openings! Do you struggle with anxiety, overthinking or stress? Do you have unresolved past trauma or PTSD that interferes with your quality of life? If so, I can help! Starting therapy with a licensed clinician will help you regain control of your life, thoughts, and emotions. If you are concerned about cost, but still want quality treatment, we have 3 graduate level interns with immediate openings. Their sessions are typically $65.00, but they also have a sliding scale as low as $20. Call today to schedule your appointment! Visit our website kimberlyshultzcounseling.com to learn more.
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I offer cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and will accept clients for EMDR starting 8/30/2024.
Tailored therapy is like a well fitted suit. My favorite pastime is sewing and I carefully consider an individual's personality, attributes, and preferences when constructing a garment they feel great in. Similarly, I tailor my approach to therapy to create a plan that draws upon each client's unique strengths. My therapeutic approach is science informed; yet, mindfully curated to bring physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being into alignment. I believe therapy is more than just what’s in the textbooks— it’s about the human connection, the healing arts, and the creative process of self-discovery. It is my craft.
I offer cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and will accept clients for EMDR starting 8/30/2024.
Tailored therapy is like a well fitted suit. My favorite pastime is sewing and I carefully consider an individual's personality, attributes, and preferences when constructing a garment they feel great in. Similarly, I tailor my approach to therapy to create a plan that draws upon each client's unique strengths. My therapeutic approach is science informed; yet, mindfully curated to bring physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being into alignment. I believe therapy is more than just what’s in the textbooks— it’s about the human connection, the healing arts, and the creative process of self-discovery. It is my craft.
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I am also trained in EMDR.
The ups and downs of life can be tough for us all. We strive every day to find a little more light, however, sometimes just as we are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel, an unexpected new challenge falls in our path. This can feel as if there is no way out. Counseling offers an avenue to work together to brighten this path. The experiences in our past impact the way we live our life today, how we cope with these challenges, and how we see our future. Finding the insight, self-knowledge and inner strength for better coping with our depression, anxiety, or uncertainty is the key to living our most fulfilling lives.
I am also trained in EMDR.
The ups and downs of life can be tough for us all. We strive every day to find a little more light, however, sometimes just as we are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel, an unexpected new challenge falls in our path. This can feel as if there is no way out. Counseling offers an avenue to work together to brighten this path. The experiences in our past impact the way we live our life today, how we cope with these challenges, and how we see our future. Finding the insight, self-knowledge and inner strength for better coping with our depression, anxiety, or uncertainty is the key to living our most fulfilling lives.
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Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich for Premarital couples counseling; experienced in loss/grief of a child, fostercare, adoption & past RN healthcare provider; I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for honesty, insight and discovery of dysfunctional patterns.
Shame, anger, loneliness, grief are painful emotions. Maybe your close relationships are not as healthy as you would like, feeling unseen, misunderstood and maybe resentful. People-pleasing, a lack of boundaries, leave us feeling disconnected in a relationship fearing rejection yet longing for a healthy, intimate relationship . Change starts with talking about your concerns and being validated in our experiences while identifying challenges that have you feeling stuck. Let's talk about those problematic issues or emotional wounds together to journey through to a healthier place of confident in communication, values, and boundaries.
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich for Premarital couples counseling; experienced in loss/grief of a child, fostercare, adoption & past RN healthcare provider; I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for honesty, insight and discovery of dysfunctional patterns.
Shame, anger, loneliness, grief are painful emotions. Maybe your close relationships are not as healthy as you would like, feeling unseen, misunderstood and maybe resentful. People-pleasing, a lack of boundaries, leave us feeling disconnected in a relationship fearing rejection yet longing for a healthy, intimate relationship . Change starts with talking about your concerns and being validated in our experiences while identifying challenges that have you feeling stuck. Let's talk about those problematic issues or emotional wounds together to journey through to a healthier place of confident in communication, values, and boundaries.
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I have helped individuals overcome the effects of trauma through the help of EMDR.
I am currently accepting new clients. Do you find yourself reliving and re-experiencing past event(s) in every, emotional detail? Are you a woman feeling invisible, unheard, and overwhelmed with doubt? Do you feel like your marriage is causing more pain than joy? If statements like these describe you or your marriage, don’t give up. I am certified in EMDR and I am also an NCCA licensed Christian and Advanced Temperament/Cognitive Therapy Counselor. I am here to listen and to help.
I have helped individuals overcome the effects of trauma through the help of EMDR.
I am currently accepting new clients. Do you find yourself reliving and re-experiencing past event(s) in every, emotional detail? Are you a woman feeling invisible, unheard, and overwhelmed with doubt? Do you feel like your marriage is causing more pain than joy? If statements like these describe you or your marriage, don’t give up. I am certified in EMDR and I am also an NCCA licensed Christian and Advanced Temperament/Cognitive Therapy Counselor. I am here to listen and to help.
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C. Keith Tenpenny
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
Franklin, TN 37064
Waitlist for new clients
Other trainings include EMDR, PREPARE/ENRICH, EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), Experiential, Internal Family Systems, and Psychodrama.
"I need something to change" is a great place to start. Counseling can be a place to facilitate this change. You may find that you are speaking one language while your spouse is speaking another. You can learn how to have a common language and corrective experiences that draw you closer together instead of further apart. Many of your wounds occurred in relationships, thus it is in relationships where they can be restored. I have served individuals and couples in a helping profession for nearly 30 years. You can find practical solutions as well as deep soul and relational change. Though not easy, real change is possible.
Other trainings include EMDR, PREPARE/ENRICH, EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), Experiential, Internal Family Systems, and Psychodrama.
"I need something to change" is a great place to start. Counseling can be a place to facilitate this change. You may find that you are speaking one language while your spouse is speaking another. You can learn how to have a common language and corrective experiences that draw you closer together instead of further apart. Many of your wounds occurred in relationships, thus it is in relationships where they can be restored. I have served individuals and couples in a helping profession for nearly 30 years. You can find practical solutions as well as deep soul and relational change. Though not easy, real change is possible.
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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.