EMDR Therapists in Brooklyn Center, MN

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Devon Whitehead
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
I'll use a variety of tools to help you reach your goals, including Eye Movement Desensitization-Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Life is hard, and we don't have to go it alone. I have many tools to help you reach your goals. I tend to work with clients who have struggled throughout their lives and need to learn new skills to be effective. After establishing those skills, clients often go on to process difficult things that have happened in their lives with me. I love working with clients who are open and willing to give things a try, even if they are scary.
I'll use a variety of tools to help you reach your goals, including Eye Movement Desensitization-Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Life is hard, and we don't have to go it alone. I have many tools to help you reach your goals. I tend to work with clients who have struggled throughout their lives and need to learn new skills to be effective. After establishing those skills, clients often go on to process difficult things that have happened in their lives with me. I love working with clients who are open and willing to give things a try, even if they are scary.
(833) 459-0742 View (833) 459-0742
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White Willow Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Center, MN 55428
I am EMDR trained and also integrate DBT skills, Internal Family System Skills and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my work.
I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have experience in working with trauma, PTSD, attachment disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioral disturbances, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I enjoy helping clients develop healthy relationships and ways of expressing themselves and fostering an understanding of themselves to succeed. I specialize in treating trauma and am EMDR trained and also have a specialty in providing therapy to children, adolescents and young adults, but have many years of experience in providing therapy to clients of all ages.
I am EMDR trained and also integrate DBT skills, Internal Family System Skills and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my work.
I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have experience in working with trauma, PTSD, attachment disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioral disturbances, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I enjoy helping clients develop healthy relationships and ways of expressing themselves and fostering an understanding of themselves to succeed. I specialize in treating trauma and am EMDR trained and also have a specialty in providing therapy to children, adolescents and young adults, but have many years of experience in providing therapy to clients of all ages.
(763) 296-0636 View (763) 296-0636
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Mindful Way Counseling, LLC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430  (Online Only)
Our Clinicians may offer: CBT, Mindfulness, Attachment-focused, EMDR, Brainspotting, Polyvagal, somatic, play therapy, and more.
Congratulations on taking this brave first step toward change. We’re here to help! We provide a safe, reliable, and open environment to explore your concerns and help you achieve your goals. Whether you are coming to work on trauma, anxiety, depression, life change/stress or other goals, we are here to help in a nonjudgmental and compassionate space. We can support and guide you along your journey and we feel honored to meet you where you are and help you delve deeper to care for your true self. We welcome and affirm everyone from all walks of life including all ages, ethnicities, races, sexual orientations, & gender identities.
Our Clinicians may offer: CBT, Mindfulness, Attachment-focused, EMDR, Brainspotting, Polyvagal, somatic, play therapy, and more.
Congratulations on taking this brave first step toward change. We’re here to help! We provide a safe, reliable, and open environment to explore your concerns and help you achieve your goals. Whether you are coming to work on trauma, anxiety, depression, life change/stress or other goals, we are here to help in a nonjudgmental and compassionate space. We can support and guide you along your journey and we feel honored to meet you where you are and help you delve deeper to care for your true self. We welcome and affirm everyone from all walks of life including all ages, ethnicities, races, sexual orientations, & gender identities.
(612) 712-2722 View (612) 712-2722
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BHSI
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
We are a group of psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, and marriage-family therapists committed to providing high quality and comprehensive mental health care for adults, adolescents and children. Whether you arrange individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, meetings with a psychiatrist to discuss medication options, or psychological testing to better understand the problem, our fully licensed and credentialed clinicians coordinate all of these services under one roof. When you visit a BHSI clinic, you can expect strict confidentiality and skilled, compassionate care. For your convenience, we offer flexible appointment scheduling.
We are a group of psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, and marriage-family therapists committed to providing high quality and comprehensive mental health care for adults, adolescents and children. Whether you arrange individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, meetings with a psychiatrist to discuss medication options, or psychological testing to better understand the problem, our fully licensed and credentialed clinicians coordinate all of these services under one roof. When you visit a BHSI clinic, you can expect strict confidentiality and skilled, compassionate care. For your convenience, we offer flexible appointment scheduling.
(651) 538-6893 View (651) 538-6893
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Bernard Beamon
Counselor, LPCC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430  (Online Only)
Please be careful selecting a therapist. Respect your comfort level. In session, you will have to risk sharing your hurt, which could be painful. But, each time you express hurt, you are practicing self-care and realizing your worth and power. I would like the opportunity to assist you in recognizing among other gifts; your resilience. Don't Give up on therapy because of past experience with "a" therapist. Congratulate yourself for the effort, and keep going.
Please be careful selecting a therapist. Respect your comfort level. In session, you will have to risk sharing your hurt, which could be painful. But, each time you express hurt, you are practicing self-care and realizing your worth and power. I would like the opportunity to assist you in recognizing among other gifts; your resilience. Don't Give up on therapy because of past experience with "a" therapist. Congratulate yourself for the effort, and keep going.
(763) 284-6819 View (763) 284-6819
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Kimberly Schultz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn Center, MN 55428
I enjoy working with adults, children (ages 10+), pre-teens, teens and their families. I have extensive experience addressing symptoms of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem/ self-concept, social/ emotional difficulties, co-occurring mental health diagnoses, grief and loss, parenting, emotional difficulties related to family of origin, and issues related to adoption and kinship care for all members of adoptive and kinship families, particularly attachment related difficulties.
I enjoy working with adults, children (ages 10+), pre-teens, teens and their families. I have extensive experience addressing symptoms of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem/ self-concept, social/ emotional difficulties, co-occurring mental health diagnoses, grief and loss, parenting, emotional difficulties related to family of origin, and issues related to adoption and kinship care for all members of adoptive and kinship families, particularly attachment related difficulties.
(763) 265-6188 View (763) 265-6188

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Innovative Psychological Consultants
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
I am trained in the use of EMDR which is particularly effective for working with trauma.
Personal success is achieved by defining the goals you want and working together to build on your current strengths and enhance your skills, coping tools, and confidence. I work with client to alleviate stress and mental health issues so they can get back to being themselves and effectively tackle what life brings. An investment in yourself will produce great results.
I am trained in the use of EMDR which is particularly effective for working with trauma.
Personal success is achieved by defining the goals you want and working together to build on your current strengths and enhance your skills, coping tools, and confidence. I work with client to alleviate stress and mental health issues so they can get back to being themselves and effectively tackle what life brings. An investment in yourself will produce great results.
(763) 347-2382 View (763) 347-2382
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Kenan Ombasa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn Park, MN 55444
The modalities I use include BrainSpotting, EMDR,holistic and culturally responsive approach, client-centered approach, strength-based, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing and faith based therapy.
I am passionate about working with adults who are navigating growth and change in their lives. I work with individuals struggling with the effects of stress and anxiety, depression, powerlessness, self criticism, navigating life transitions and those experiencing grief and loss. Therapy is a collaborative effort between the client and the clinician.
The modalities I use include BrainSpotting, EMDR,holistic and culturally responsive approach, client-centered approach, strength-based, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing and faith based therapy.
I am passionate about working with adults who are navigating growth and change in their lives. I work with individuals struggling with the effects of stress and anxiety, depression, powerlessness, self criticism, navigating life transitions and those experiencing grief and loss. Therapy is a collaborative effort between the client and the clinician.
(763) 363-7814 View (763) 363-7814
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Huda Badri
MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55428
The modalities I use include holistic and culturally responsive approach, client-centered, psychodynamic, trauma-informed with emphasis on EMDR, Brainspotting, and DBT skills.
Hi! My name is Huda and I am based in Minneapolis, MN. I offer both Telehealth and in-person services. I am passionate about working with teenagers and adults who are navigating growth and change in their lives. My goal is to provide a respectful, genuine, safe, and accepting space in order to establish a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe the client is the expert in their life’s story. I am honored and excited  to partner together in order to create a space to slow down, explore, challenge, and move to a space of balance.
The modalities I use include holistic and culturally responsive approach, client-centered, psychodynamic, trauma-informed with emphasis on EMDR, Brainspotting, and DBT skills.
Hi! My name is Huda and I am based in Minneapolis, MN. I offer both Telehealth and in-person services. I am passionate about working with teenagers and adults who are navigating growth and change in their lives. My goal is to provide a respectful, genuine, safe, and accepting space in order to establish a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe the client is the expert in their life’s story. I am honored and excited  to partner together in order to create a space to slow down, explore, challenge, and move to a space of balance.
(612) 682-0901 View (612) 682-0901
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Molly Gurovitsch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428  (Online Only)
Specialized training EMDR, (AIR) Network Model, Exposure and Response Prevention.
We all have the capacity to grow and heal. I honor the courage it takes to reach out for support and make the choices and changes necessary to find peace and fulfillment in life. Whether stuck in unsatisfying patterns, navigating transitions or challenging relationships, living with impacts of mental heath, trauma or life and work stress, I work collaboratively to develop insights, practical coping tools and uncover your resilient qualities. Therapy is a relational process and we will work together to reach your goals, often by exploring ways your life experiences have impacted you and finding strategies for relief and empowerment.
Specialized training EMDR, (AIR) Network Model, Exposure and Response Prevention.
We all have the capacity to grow and heal. I honor the courage it takes to reach out for support and make the choices and changes necessary to find peace and fulfillment in life. Whether stuck in unsatisfying patterns, navigating transitions or challenging relationships, living with impacts of mental heath, trauma or life and work stress, I work collaboratively to develop insights, practical coping tools and uncover your resilient qualities. Therapy is a relational process and we will work together to reach your goals, often by exploring ways your life experiences have impacted you and finding strategies for relief and empowerment.
(763) 710-6044 View (763) 710-6044
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Alissa Aune
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55428
I am a somatic experiencing practitioner trained in EMDR and the HOCI model for developmental and relational trauma therapy (DART).
My commitment to lifelong learning informs my work, which is rooted in trauma-focused therapy modalities that prioritize the integration of mind, body and spirit. I believe that our bodies hold our stories, and it is crucial to incorporate body-based wisdom into therapy sessions. With nearly 20 years of experience, I have provided a safe space for healing, self-reflection, and support.
I am a somatic experiencing practitioner trained in EMDR and the HOCI model for developmental and relational trauma therapy (DART).
My commitment to lifelong learning informs my work, which is rooted in trauma-focused therapy modalities that prioritize the integration of mind, body and spirit. I believe that our bodies hold our stories, and it is crucial to incorporate body-based wisdom into therapy sessions. With nearly 20 years of experience, I have provided a safe space for healing, self-reflection, and support.
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Yaneth Cunningham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55430
I am EMDR trained and have extensive training in Adoption work with Adoptee individuals and Adoptive Parents.
“You were given this Life because you are strong enough to live it”. My personal journey of Adoption has fueled my passion to provide unconditional and authentic support for families and individuals with warmth & compassion. Since 2007 I’ve been working in the mental health field in a variety of roles which have enriched my clinical practice. I have been incredibly inspired by working with adolescent and young adults navigate the challenges of childhood & current life circumstances.
I am EMDR trained and have extensive training in Adoption work with Adoptee individuals and Adoptive Parents.
“You were given this Life because you are strong enough to live it”. My personal journey of Adoption has fueled my passion to provide unconditional and authentic support for families and individuals with warmth & compassion. Since 2007 I’ve been working in the mental health field in a variety of roles which have enriched my clinical practice. I have been incredibly inspired by working with adolescent and young adults navigate the challenges of childhood & current life circumstances.
(952) 649-5643 View (952) 649-5643
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Andrea Patten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428  (Online Only)
Certified in EMDR (for adults): a trauma-focused intervention to heal past wounds that prevent us from living in the present.
I'm currently full- but my Mindful Way colleagues may still have openings. Making the step to come to therapy is a hard one. I feel honored to provide a warm, safe, and compassionate space for you to share your story and truly be heard. I believe you are the expert on your relationships, health, emotions, and body. I work with Adults and children (ages 2-7). I welcome folks of all backgrounds (ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation) and strive to provide a safe, comfortable, culturally responsive environment that supports your healing journey.
Certified in EMDR (for adults): a trauma-focused intervention to heal past wounds that prevent us from living in the present.
I'm currently full- but my Mindful Way colleagues may still have openings. Making the step to come to therapy is a hard one. I feel honored to provide a warm, safe, and compassionate space for you to share your story and truly be heard. I believe you are the expert on your relationships, health, emotions, and body. I work with Adults and children (ages 2-7). I welcome folks of all backgrounds (ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation) and strive to provide a safe, comfortable, culturally responsive environment that supports your healing journey.
(763) 401-7614 View (763) 401-7614
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Janet K Schlegel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
I often use EMDR and NLP which have techniques that use both sides of your brain to change better and faster than traditional "talk therapy".
Do you think change has to be hard or take a long time? Do you want more out of life? Are you wondering if you will ever be happy again? Do you want better quality relationships? Do you wish you could put a spark back into your marriage? Are you tired of trying and feeling hopeless? I take a no nonsense approach to therapy and use razor sharp precision to get to the core issues. I am highly skilled at helping clients remove the "porcupine quills" that hurt whenever a bad memory is triggered.
I often use EMDR and NLP which have techniques that use both sides of your brain to change better and faster than traditional "talk therapy".
Do you think change has to be hard or take a long time? Do you want more out of life? Are you wondering if you will ever be happy again? Do you want better quality relationships? Do you wish you could put a spark back into your marriage? Are you tired of trying and feeling hopeless? I take a no nonsense approach to therapy and use razor sharp precision to get to the core issues. I am highly skilled at helping clients remove the "porcupine quills" that hurt whenever a bad memory is triggered.
(763) 260-1889 View (763) 260-1889
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Dina Reminick
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
I am extensively trained in EMDR, TF-CBT (Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy), child-centered play therapy, and filial family therapy.
I believe in the importance of sharing knowledge about the mind-body relationship of trauma, panic, anxiety, and depression, to help my clients understand what they have been experiencing and why, and how to move forward. My specialties are school-aged children and adolescents and their families, and young adults, but I do trauma-focused therapy with all ages. My clinical interests include trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, and transitional stress, whether that be exploring or revealing sexuality and/or gender identity, developmental transitions, managing increasing expectations of early adulthood, or navigating life changes.
I am extensively trained in EMDR, TF-CBT (Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy), child-centered play therapy, and filial family therapy.
I believe in the importance of sharing knowledge about the mind-body relationship of trauma, panic, anxiety, and depression, to help my clients understand what they have been experiencing and why, and how to move forward. My specialties are school-aged children and adolescents and their families, and young adults, but I do trauma-focused therapy with all ages. My clinical interests include trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, and transitional stress, whether that be exploring or revealing sexuality and/or gender identity, developmental transitions, managing increasing expectations of early adulthood, or navigating life changes.
(763) 307-6787 View (763) 307-6787
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Jennifer Lake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428  (Online Only)
As your therapist, my primary focus is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and feel heard. I am dedicated to understanding the core of who you are beyond the pain and confusion, and my aim is to support you in gaining that understanding as well. Therapy serves as an opportunity to unravel limiting beliefs and cultivate new perspectives. I value utilizing various therapeutic approaches that are tailored to your specific needs, particularly exploring mind-body connections to address underlying issues.
As your therapist, my primary focus is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and feel heard. I am dedicated to understanding the core of who you are beyond the pain and confusion, and my aim is to support you in gaining that understanding as well. Therapy serves as an opportunity to unravel limiting beliefs and cultivate new perspectives. I value utilizing various therapeutic approaches that are tailored to your specific needs, particularly exploring mind-body connections to address underlying issues.
(901) 459-5328 View (901) 459-5328
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Judy Brunsgaard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Park, MN 55444
Depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, loss, and traumatic events all have the ability to disrupt our lives, interfering with a clear focus on what is truly fulfilling and rewarding. I believe that each person has the ability to deeply connect with their unique life perspective to clear the confusion, develop their own internal wisdom, and begin living life more fully.
Depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, loss, and traumatic events all have the ability to disrupt our lives, interfering with a clear focus on what is truly fulfilling and rewarding. I believe that each person has the ability to deeply connect with their unique life perspective to clear the confusion, develop their own internal wisdom, and begin living life more fully.
(612) 400-7941 View (612) 400-7941
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Connie Dummer
Psychologist, MA, LP, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55430
Do you feel weighed down by trauma, grief, or loss? Do you experience sadness, or intrusive memories of previous experiences? If so, my specialty is working with people like you. I have extensive experience with all types of trauma survivors, including survivors of sexual and physical abuse. I am grounded in a solid Christian faith and am comfortable exploring aspects of spirituality. I have strengths in the areas of empathy, positivity, winning others over, and strategy.
Do you feel weighed down by trauma, grief, or loss? Do you experience sadness, or intrusive memories of previous experiences? If so, my specialty is working with people like you. I have extensive experience with all types of trauma survivors, including survivors of sexual and physical abuse. I am grounded in a solid Christian faith and am comfortable exploring aspects of spirituality. I have strengths in the areas of empathy, positivity, winning others over, and strategy.
(952) 657-7695 View (952) 657-7695
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Erica Lynne Gruidl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Park, MN 55429  (Online Only)
Are you lacking courage in tackling the day to day tasks of life? Are you finding it difficult to manage stress? Are life issues taking you away from finding joy in your journey? I specialize in managing stress, anxiety, parenting and blended family issues, depression, substance abuse, trauma, empty nest, infertility issues, grief and loss, anger management, and abuse. In the past I have worked at as a Mental Health Therapist in a faith-based addiction treatment facility, as a family and parenting coach, as well as in private practice.
Are you lacking courage in tackling the day to day tasks of life? Are you finding it difficult to manage stress? Are life issues taking you away from finding joy in your journey? I specialize in managing stress, anxiety, parenting and blended family issues, depression, substance abuse, trauma, empty nest, infertility issues, grief and loss, anger management, and abuse. In the past I have worked at as a Mental Health Therapist in a faith-based addiction treatment facility, as a family and parenting coach, as well as in private practice.
(763) 703-1550 View (763) 703-1550
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Lindsay Benson
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55429
My favorite quote is by Diane Ackerman, an American Poet, “I don’t want to get to the end of my life and find I just lived the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well.” We could all use some help navigating big events, the roller coaster of life, a high stress career or simply losing sight of who you are. You can learn to be resilient, recovered and refreshed. The body/brain that takes over can be understood and rebalanced. We can learn to understand and navigate it together.
My favorite quote is by Diane Ackerman, an American Poet, “I don’t want to get to the end of my life and find I just lived the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well.” We could all use some help navigating big events, the roller coaster of life, a high stress career or simply losing sight of who you are. You can learn to be resilient, recovered and refreshed. The body/brain that takes over can be understood and rebalanced. We can learn to understand and navigate it together.
(651) 362-1610 View (651) 362-1610

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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.