EMDR Therapists in Bingham Farms, MI

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Priya Rednam-Waldo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PMH-C, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
As a certified perinatal and EMDR trained therapist, I specialize in counseling for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and other issues related to parent and child wellness.
Are you exhausted with trying to be the "perfect" parent? Or, are you concerned for the health of your partner or child? Our home with family can bring us great joy and a sense of connection but also can cause us significant stress and feelings of hopelessness when our vision of the future does not match our present reality. The journey of parenthood is universally tough, from wanting to conceive and pregnancy through raising adolescents and beyond. Through our work together at Healing Home Counseling Group, it is possible to find stability and strength and create peace and happiness at home for you and your family.
As a certified perinatal and EMDR trained therapist, I specialize in counseling for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and other issues related to parent and child wellness.
Are you exhausted with trying to be the "perfect" parent? Or, are you concerned for the health of your partner or child? Our home with family can bring us great joy and a sense of connection but also can cause us significant stress and feelings of hopelessness when our vision of the future does not match our present reality. The journey of parenthood is universally tough, from wanting to conceive and pregnancy through raising adolescents and beyond. Through our work together at Healing Home Counseling Group, it is possible to find stability and strength and create peace and happiness at home for you and your family.
(248) 283-3472 View (248) 283-3472
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Troy Amber
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
These can include components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness/Awareness practices, EMDR (S.
Do you feel that contemporary life has taken a toll on you, especially with stressful life events and your many obligations? Are you facing challenges that are hard to deal with? I specialize in anxiety, panic, depression, stress, trauma, substance use, anger, relationships, and grief. My goal is to help you alleviate your symptoms. I strive to consistently build trust and safety in our communications and in our therapeutic relationship.
These can include components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness/Awareness practices, EMDR (S.
Do you feel that contemporary life has taken a toll on you, especially with stressful life events and your many obligations? Are you facing challenges that are hard to deal with? I specialize in anxiety, panic, depression, stress, trauma, substance use, anger, relationships, and grief. My goal is to help you alleviate your symptoms. I strive to consistently build trust and safety in our communications and in our therapeutic relationship.
(248) 965-5148 View (248) 965-5148
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Mariam Saparamadu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatments including interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR and mindfulness based interventions.
Were you raised in two different cultures and struggle to find where you fit in? Do you struggle with balancing your needs and your family’s needs? Do you find it difficult to have a close and meaningful relationship with your parents? Often, children of immigrants can struggle with assimilating in a way that honors them and their parents. I am deeply passionate about bridging the gap between cultures and generations. I hope to support individuals navigate this unique journey.
I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatments including interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR and mindfulness based interventions.
Were you raised in two different cultures and struggle to find where you fit in? Do you struggle with balancing your needs and your family’s needs? Do you find it difficult to have a close and meaningful relationship with your parents? Often, children of immigrants can struggle with assimilating in a way that honors them and their parents. I am deeply passionate about bridging the gap between cultures and generations. I hope to support individuals navigate this unique journey.
(248) 247-7191 View (248) 247-7191
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Alicia Hubbard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
I am trained in EMDR, utilize CBT and DBT techniques, and pull from IFS and somatic modalities.
Therapy can be scary, overwhelming, and foreign. My job is to make you feel comfortable and empowered in your mental health journey. I specialize in working with people who are new to therapy, are hesitant to begin therapy, and have experienced mistrust in past therapeutic relationships. The privilege of hearing many unique experiences in the world has molded me into a non-judgemental and client-centered therapist. I pride myself on my ethics and my impeccable ability to guide clients through change by strengthening the therapeutic relationship. Everyone deserves a space to be unapologetically themselves, you can find that with me.
I am trained in EMDR, utilize CBT and DBT techniques, and pull from IFS and somatic modalities.
Therapy can be scary, overwhelming, and foreign. My job is to make you feel comfortable and empowered in your mental health journey. I specialize in working with people who are new to therapy, are hesitant to begin therapy, and have experienced mistrust in past therapeutic relationships. The privilege of hearing many unique experiences in the world has molded me into a non-judgemental and client-centered therapist. I pride myself on my ethics and my impeccable ability to guide clients through change by strengthening the therapeutic relationship. Everyone deserves a space to be unapologetically themselves, you can find that with me.
(248) 838-0960 View (248) 838-0960
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Annie Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, PMH-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
I am a certified perinatal and EMDR trained mental health clinician, so I can better understand and assist families who are struggling with with these very unique and difficult pre/postpartum issues.
Are you seeking a secure space where you can feel acknowledged, appreciated and assisted on the journey of parenthood? Have you experienced trauma before becoming a parent and now it is all flooding back? Whether you're grappling with the stress of welcoming a new baby or just feeling lost in parenthood, prioritizing your own healing is vital to show up for yourself and your loved ones. Your relationship with yourself, your partner and family is changing. These changes need to be acknowledged. My aim is for you to depart from our sessions feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and empowered to confront life's challenges.
I am a certified perinatal and EMDR trained mental health clinician, so I can better understand and assist families who are struggling with with these very unique and difficult pre/postpartum issues.
Are you seeking a secure space where you can feel acknowledged, appreciated and assisted on the journey of parenthood? Have you experienced trauma before becoming a parent and now it is all flooding back? Whether you're grappling with the stress of welcoming a new baby or just feeling lost in parenthood, prioritizing your own healing is vital to show up for yourself and your loved ones. Your relationship with yourself, your partner and family is changing. These changes need to be acknowledged. My aim is for you to depart from our sessions feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and empowered to confront life's challenges.
(248) 328-2366 View (248) 328-2366
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Ellen Yashinsky Chute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Level II certified EMDR therapist and work with people who have experienced specific traumatic events, as well as people who experienced negative childhood experiences that have had a cumulative effect on their mental and physical health as adults.
I am a clinical therapist with 25 years of experience. I work with adults, families, couples and adolescent girls. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, as well as family systems issues such as parenting, abuse, divorce, military transitions, and aging family difficulties. I utilize a wide repertoire of evidenced based practices, as determined by each person's particular needs, seated in a relational foundation that creates a safe space for change.
I am a Level II certified EMDR therapist and work with people who have experienced specific traumatic events, as well as people who experienced negative childhood experiences that have had a cumulative effect on their mental and physical health as adults.
I am a clinical therapist with 25 years of experience. I work with adults, families, couples and adolescent girls. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, as well as family systems issues such as parenting, abuse, divorce, military transitions, and aging family difficulties. I utilize a wide repertoire of evidenced based practices, as determined by each person's particular needs, seated in a relational foundation that creates a safe space for change.
(248) 671-6217 View (248) 671-6217
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Quaneece Mitchell
Limited Licensed Psychologist, PsyD, LLP
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025  (Online Only)
I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment, Psychodynamic and Interpersonal techniques, and EMDR.
When you feel stuck, unsure, lost, or afraid, therapy is a great place to begin understanding yourself and working through those struggles. Using a trustworthy, non-judgmental, genuine, and understanding approach, I work hard to collaborate with my clients to help them through their healing process. Together we will create an environment of authentic healing and growth where you can express yourself, explore your past, and create the life you want to live.
I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment, Psychodynamic and Interpersonal techniques, and EMDR.
When you feel stuck, unsure, lost, or afraid, therapy is a great place to begin understanding yourself and working through those struggles. Using a trustworthy, non-judgmental, genuine, and understanding approach, I work hard to collaborate with my clients to help them through their healing process. Together we will create an environment of authentic healing and growth where you can express yourself, explore your past, and create the life you want to live.
(248) 290-9399 View (248) 290-9399
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Sally Palaian
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
I specialize in Imago Relationship Therapy, trauma therapy using EMDR, and treating addictions (food, money, substance, relationships, sex, & technology).
Do you feel overwhelmed in your life? Do want to change - to discover who you are inside, and stretch to fulfill more of your potential? I love helping people learn to live their own life and lifestyle, not someone else's. By providing support as you untangle yourself within relationships, jobs, and lives that are no longer working, I can help you learn the skills needed to make positive changes.
I specialize in Imago Relationship Therapy, trauma therapy using EMDR, and treating addictions (food, money, substance, relationships, sex, & technology).
Do you feel overwhelmed in your life? Do want to change - to discover who you are inside, and stretch to fulfill more of your potential? I love helping people learn to live their own life and lifestyle, not someone else's. By providing support as you untangle yourself within relationships, jobs, and lives that are no longer working, I can help you learn the skills needed to make positive changes.
(248) 660-9601 View (248) 660-9601
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Samantha Gumul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Becoming a mother or father is HARD and overwhelming at times. You may be working through this new transition in life and trying to figure out all the things. We are told to take care of ourselves while selflessly giving everything we have to our babies and family. This can lead us to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, emotional, irritable, and even angry. You may be struggling with finding yourself in this new role or longing to feel like yourself again. Your relationships with your partner, friends, and family may have changed. Your childhood experiences may have come flooding back.
Becoming a mother or father is HARD and overwhelming at times. You may be working through this new transition in life and trying to figure out all the things. We are told to take care of ourselves while selflessly giving everything we have to our babies and family. This can lead us to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, emotional, irritable, and even angry. You may be struggling with finding yourself in this new role or longing to feel like yourself again. Your relationships with your partner, friends, and family may have changed. Your childhood experiences may have come flooding back.
(734) 215-9140 View (734) 215-9140
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Hillary Follis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
The transitions we experience as we try to grow a family can be laden with anxiety, grief, depression, and overwhelm. Are you having difficulty conceiving? Is pregnancy or parenthood not how you envisioned it would be? Are you experiencing sadness, worries, doubts and negative thoughts, struggling to connect with your loved ones, or just not feeling like yourself? You are not alone. Therapy can help anyone who wants to process their thoughts and feelings without shame and judgement, come to a place of self-acceptance, increase self-awareness, and live life more mindfully.
The transitions we experience as we try to grow a family can be laden with anxiety, grief, depression, and overwhelm. Are you having difficulty conceiving? Is pregnancy or parenthood not how you envisioned it would be? Are you experiencing sadness, worries, doubts and negative thoughts, struggling to connect with your loved ones, or just not feeling like yourself? You are not alone. Therapy can help anyone who wants to process their thoughts and feelings without shame and judgement, come to a place of self-acceptance, increase self-awareness, and live life more mindfully.
(248) 761-7084 View (248) 761-7084
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Kisa McKinney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
I have a special concern for women, parents struggling to meet the needs of their children, and members of the LGBTQ communities creating families of choice, dealing with coming out issues, struggling through gender transitioning, and reconciling their sexuality with their spiritual growth.
I have a special concern for women, parents struggling to meet the needs of their children, and members of the LGBTQ communities creating families of choice, dealing with coming out issues, struggling through gender transitioning, and reconciling their sexuality with their spiritual growth.
(248) 600-4378 View (248) 600-4378
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southfield
PhD
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southfield understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Southfield understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
(586) 685-7024 View (586) 685-7024
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Samantha Sokoll
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
I am a licensed therapist with a passion for helping empower my clients heal, grow and connect to their most authentic selves. I specialize in working with women struggling with life transitions, low self esteem and confidence, looking to work through patterns of codependency and build their self-esteem, those who have experienced trauma, emotional or physical abuse within partnership, and other relationship concerns. As a trauma-informed, evidence-based therapist, I can work with you to help change the patterns that are leading you to feel unfulfilled and unhappy in your everyday life, and in your relationships.
I am a licensed therapist with a passion for helping empower my clients heal, grow and connect to their most authentic selves. I specialize in working with women struggling with life transitions, low self esteem and confidence, looking to work through patterns of codependency and build their self-esteem, those who have experienced trauma, emotional or physical abuse within partnership, and other relationship concerns. As a trauma-informed, evidence-based therapist, I can work with you to help change the patterns that are leading you to feel unfulfilled and unhappy in your everyday life, and in your relationships.
(248) 970-1803 View (248) 970-1803
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Joan E Greenfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LPC, LMSW, NBCC
Verified Verified
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
If even the glimmer of a solution to your problems seems possible, you'll remain motivated and take the difficult first step of calling me. I am a grounded, down-to-earth professional, responsive to each person's needs and goals; and with over 30 years of professional experience, create a confidential,, "emotionally safe", and comfortable environment free of criticism and judgment for you to explore your concerns.
If even the glimmer of a solution to your problems seems possible, you'll remain motivated and take the difficult first step of calling me. I am a grounded, down-to-earth professional, responsive to each person's needs and goals; and with over 30 years of professional experience, create a confidential,, "emotionally safe", and comfortable environment free of criticism and judgment for you to explore your concerns.
(248) 809-4462 View (248) 809-4462

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Elizabeth Treger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, MI 48025  (Online Only)
Elizabeth has been trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to assist in processing trauma.
Elizabeth Treger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about creating a collaborative atmosphere to work with her clients on developing their natural resilience in working through matters of trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment, substance use, and personality disorders. Elizabeth has spent the last 7 years working with individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, including those residing in transitional living. Throughout her years counseling, Elizabeth has become passionate about assisting clients in tapping into their own strengths to assist in long-term change.
Elizabeth has been trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to assist in processing trauma.
Elizabeth Treger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about creating a collaborative atmosphere to work with her clients on developing their natural resilience in working through matters of trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment, substance use, and personality disorders. Elizabeth has spent the last 7 years working with individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, including those residing in transitional living. Throughout her years counseling, Elizabeth has become passionate about assisting clients in tapping into their own strengths to assist in long-term change.
(248) 965-4088 View (248) 965-4088
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Melissa Hill
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
I also use trauma informed, eclectic, and creative strategies including EMDR, Humanistic, Narrative, Somatic, Existentialist, ACT, CBT, and strength-based approaches.
With a curious, collaborative, warm, and direct perspective, I help LGBTQIA+ adults working through trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and identity exploration. Everyone has a unique story, perspective, and experience. Sometimes it helps to have someone walk with us to explore our identity, work through life challenges or traumas, and to find fulfillment. What do you want to do in your life? Where do you want to go? How do you want to be true to yourself? I have some maps to suggest, but you have the power to choose the one best for you.
I also use trauma informed, eclectic, and creative strategies including EMDR, Humanistic, Narrative, Somatic, Existentialist, ACT, CBT, and strength-based approaches.
With a curious, collaborative, warm, and direct perspective, I help LGBTQIA+ adults working through trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and identity exploration. Everyone has a unique story, perspective, and experience. Sometimes it helps to have someone walk with us to explore our identity, work through life challenges or traumas, and to find fulfillment. What do you want to do in your life? Where do you want to go? How do you want to be true to yourself? I have some maps to suggest, but you have the power to choose the one best for you.
(248) 780-0447 View (248) 780-0447
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Sharon M Yaecker Roesser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southfield, MI 48076
I have training in EMDR, the Gottman couples method, and perinatal mental health.
It's more than worrying. It's more than stress. Anxiety is getting in your way-affecting you at work, at school, or in your relationships. Racing or obsessive thoughts may make it next to impossible to focus or be present in your life. These feelings may cause you to avoid things you love, make you fear your own thoughts, or get in the way of healthy relationships. Your anxiety may cause physical symptoms or a general sense of doom or unease. This can be frustrating or absolutely terrifying. With empathy, honesty, a sense of humor, and respect, I can help you be free of fear!
I have training in EMDR, the Gottman couples method, and perinatal mental health.
It's more than worrying. It's more than stress. Anxiety is getting in your way-affecting you at work, at school, or in your relationships. Racing or obsessive thoughts may make it next to impossible to focus or be present in your life. These feelings may cause you to avoid things you love, make you fear your own thoughts, or get in the way of healthy relationships. Your anxiety may cause physical symptoms or a general sense of doom or unease. This can be frustrating or absolutely terrifying. With empathy, honesty, a sense of humor, and respect, I can help you be free of fear!
(248) 602-2824 View (248) 602-2824
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Dina Baldwin Berdy LMSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
This is what you thought therapy was supposed to be like. I have nearly 30 years’ experience in dozens of settings and several states, but your story will always be unique to me. I specialize in child/parent relationships, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, trauma work, self harm behaviors, and I have training in CBT and DBT. More recently, I was fully trained in EMDR, and am a Level 2 EMDR practitioner, and am working toward full certification. I have already seen the significant impact that EMDR can have for so many of my clients.
This is what you thought therapy was supposed to be like. I have nearly 30 years’ experience in dozens of settings and several states, but your story will always be unique to me. I specialize in child/parent relationships, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, trauma work, self harm behaviors, and I have training in CBT and DBT. More recently, I was fully trained in EMDR, and am a Level 2 EMDR practitioner, and am working toward full certification. I have already seen the significant impact that EMDR can have for so many of my clients.
(947) 243-4723 View (947) 243-4723
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Ellie Mental Health Birmingham
LMSW, LICSW, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
We have clinicians trained in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.
We currently have immediate openings-NO waitlist! Our therapists at the Birmingham, Michigan location are skilled at treating people throughout the lifespan with an array of diagnoses. These include postpartum depression, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions including divorce, career changes, & grief & loss. We have clinicians who love working with kids, couples, families, & individuals!
We have clinicians trained in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.
We currently have immediate openings-NO waitlist! Our therapists at the Birmingham, Michigan location are skilled at treating people throughout the lifespan with an array of diagnoses. These include postpartum depression, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions including divorce, career changes, & grief & loss. We have clinicians who love working with kids, couples, families, & individuals!
(248) 621-8746 View (248) 621-8746
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Robyn E. Glickman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, EdS, LMFT, CAADC
Verified Verified
Southfield, MI 48076
I learn a great deal from all of my clients that I am privileged to work with. I enjoy assisting people of all ages to discover their unique strengths. I will work with you to figure out what you want for yourself and how you want to achieve your desired goals. My philosophy and practice is very eclectic. We will work together as partners for your personal success. For those of you who talk therapy has not been as successful, I offer somatic and expressive therapies . I am certified and trained in EMDR. I enjoy being creative with various approaches to meet your individual , couples and family needs .
I learn a great deal from all of my clients that I am privileged to work with. I enjoy assisting people of all ages to discover their unique strengths. I will work with you to figure out what you want for yourself and how you want to achieve your desired goals. My philosophy and practice is very eclectic. We will work together as partners for your personal success. For those of you who talk therapy has not been as successful, I offer somatic and expressive therapies . I am certified and trained in EMDR. I enjoy being creative with various approaches to meet your individual , couples and family needs .
(248) 255-4232 View (248) 255-4232

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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.