EMDR Therapists in Tesuque, NM
![Photo of Gretchen Wachs, LPCC, MA, EMDR, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42aacdaa-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
The depth of relationship, confidence and trust you build with your therapist is fundamental to the work of therapy. I am here to support and guide you in a process of discovery and wellness, helping you to build strength and clarity, overcome obstacles and develop skillful and creative ways to be in relationship and live well and authentically. My approach is eclectic, I offer EMDR and trauma focused therapy, depth psychology and expressive therapies. Our work together will help you heal from pain, trauma and abuse, relieve anxiety and depression, and work through relationship issues, life transitions and creative blocks.
The depth of relationship, confidence and trust you build with your therapist is fundamental to the work of therapy. I am here to support and guide you in a process of discovery and wellness, helping you to build strength and clarity, overcome obstacles and develop skillful and creative ways to be in relationship and live well and authentically. My approach is eclectic, I offer EMDR and trauma focused therapy, depth psychology and expressive therapies. Our work together will help you heal from pain, trauma and abuse, relieve anxiety and depression, and work through relationship issues, life transitions and creative blocks.
![Photo of Natalie Miller, MA, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cf0a25c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/7/320x400.jpeg)
The modalities of expressive therapy, and techniques such as Brainspotting, EMDR, and PACT Couples work offer unique possibilities to safely engage non-verbal resources to integrate connection from a cellular level and facilitate lasting transformation.
Whatever you think you can do or believe you can do, begin it now. Action has magic, grace, and power in it.(Goethe) I am passionate about psychotherapy because it frequently reminds me that magic, grace, and powerful change are possible. We all feel confused, stuck, or hopeless during the course of our lives. Personally and professionally my work confirms that we are designed to grow towards healing and authentic happiness. As the sources of suffering often originate from impairments or losses in our primary relationships,so the greatest potential in psychotherapy lies in the relationship between client and therapist.
The modalities of expressive therapy, and techniques such as Brainspotting, EMDR, and PACT Couples work offer unique possibilities to safely engage non-verbal resources to integrate connection from a cellular level and facilitate lasting transformation.
Whatever you think you can do or believe you can do, begin it now. Action has magic, grace, and power in it.(Goethe) I am passionate about psychotherapy because it frequently reminds me that magic, grace, and powerful change are possible. We all feel confused, stuck, or hopeless during the course of our lives. Personally and professionally my work confirms that we are designed to grow towards healing and authentic happiness. As the sources of suffering often originate from impairments or losses in our primary relationships,so the greatest potential in psychotherapy lies in the relationship between client and therapist.
![Photo of Marcie Brooks, MA, LPCC, EMDR, Brainsp, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c6994e5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I believe in empowering clients to make healthy choices, learn skills to overcome anxiety, and fears and create positive relationships. I use EMDR and Brainspotting to assist in the healing process, work through depression, and make fundamental changes for a greater sense of calm and well being.
I believe in empowering clients to make healthy choices, learn skills to overcome anxiety, and fears and create positive relationships. I use EMDR and Brainspotting to assist in the healing process, work through depression, and make fundamental changes for a greater sense of calm and well being.
![Photo of Marcie Ann Telander - Marcie Telander-East River Counseling, MA, NLC, CGP, DAPA, REAT](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5337b2cd-beda-4714-82eb-24dc16133986/3/320x400.jpeg)
Together we will draw from a rich range of compassionate, holistic, action-oriented services that launch you into the enriched life, relationships, communication and confidence you are seeking. As a full-service, highly-experienced private practitioner I'm honored to support you, your partner, children, family--at the caring point where Nurture meets Nature. Always honoring your confidentiality while bringing together perennial wisdom and cutting-edge knowledge. For Life, Love and Letting go! 38 years serving the life-transforming needs of the fine folks of Gunnison Cty, CO, and residents of New Mexico.
Together we will draw from a rich range of compassionate, holistic, action-oriented services that launch you into the enriched life, relationships, communication and confidence you are seeking. As a full-service, highly-experienced private practitioner I'm honored to support you, your partner, children, family--at the caring point where Nurture meets Nature. Always honoring your confidentiality while bringing together perennial wisdom and cutting-edge knowledge. For Life, Love and Letting go! 38 years serving the life-transforming needs of the fine folks of Gunnison Cty, CO, and residents of New Mexico.
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Carolina Fait - Emdr Trauma Anxiety Panic Specialist
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Fe, NM 87500 (Online Only)
I have training in EMDR and other trauma-informed modalities; I can help you address your trauma symptoms without being re-traumatized.
Many of the clients I work with are women struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma; if this sounds like you let’s connect! I can help you work through your triggers so you can achieve healthier relationships, feel more calm, and confident. Together we will address the root issues that have been lingering for so long, so that you don’t need to constantly manage your triggers, because you will heal! If you have tried talk therapy but you are ready for something different, you’re in the right place. Email me and let’s set up a time to talk.
I have training in EMDR and other trauma-informed modalities; I can help you address your trauma symptoms without being re-traumatized.
Many of the clients I work with are women struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma; if this sounds like you let’s connect! I can help you work through your triggers so you can achieve healthier relationships, feel more calm, and confident. Together we will address the root issues that have been lingering for so long, so that you don’t need to constantly manage your triggers, because you will heal! If you have tried talk therapy but you are ready for something different, you’re in the right place. Email me and let’s set up a time to talk.
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I utilized EMDR as a primary modality to assist others in making lasting changes.
Have you tried talk therapy & found yourself at a plateau of change? Are you insightful about yourself but you continue to react in repetitive and non-helpful ways to your loved ones? Are you smart and knowledgeable but your anxiety remains the same? EMDR is an effective therapeutic tool that frequently brings cumulative and lasting change when used in therapy.
I utilized EMDR as a primary modality to assist others in making lasting changes.
Have you tried talk therapy & found yourself at a plateau of change? Are you insightful about yourself but you continue to react in repetitive and non-helpful ways to your loved ones? Are you smart and knowledgeable but your anxiety remains the same? EMDR is an effective therapeutic tool that frequently brings cumulative and lasting change when used in therapy.
![Photo of Nicole Borsberry - 1A Counseling LLC, MA, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1712b520-7b3a-4d06-965c-d15ac46d813d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Currently taking new clients, no waitlist. We are a small group practice prioritizing quality over quantity. Offering client-centered treatment across modalities such as Art Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in addition to mindfulness and attachment based approaches.
Currently taking new clients, no waitlist. We are a small group practice prioritizing quality over quantity. Offering client-centered treatment across modalities such as Art Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in addition to mindfulness and attachment based approaches.
![Photo of Nancy Haverkos, MA, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42a6658b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Through using CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR (not on Telehealth), and Art projects, I've found that most everyone can improve the quality of their lives.
Have you ever wondered why it seems you always get the same results in relationship? Since there are many forms of relating, it's likely you find common threads in most of those. We live in a culture that promotes codependency and fails to support us on a path of personal empowerment. This colors not only our perception of others, but also of ourselves. Feelings of sadness, grief and anger arise, and are difficult to calm. With focus on intention, coaching toward better boundaries, and clearer communication, it's possible to find more joy and harmony in life.
Through using CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR (not on Telehealth), and Art projects, I've found that most everyone can improve the quality of their lives.
Have you ever wondered why it seems you always get the same results in relationship? Since there are many forms of relating, it's likely you find common threads in most of those. We live in a culture that promotes codependency and fails to support us on a path of personal empowerment. This colors not only our perception of others, but also of ourselves. Feelings of sadness, grief and anger arise, and are difficult to calm. With focus on intention, coaching toward better boundaries, and clearer communication, it's possible to find more joy and harmony in life.
![Photo of Ellen J Shabshai Fox, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ec5d517-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Ellen J Shabshai Fox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (Online Only)
I utilize the neuro-behavioral therapies of EMDR and Brainspotting extensively because they recruit the self-healing capacity of your heart/mind to transform your unhelpful story to a more adaptive, flexible, and enriching one.
I welcome clients who seek therapy in order to change behaviors, relationships, or careers that are unsatisfying, and those who wish to unleash their creative energies - in the arts, business, academia, in parenting, and partnership. I especially enjoy clients who are questioning their relationship with addictive substances and are ready to take positive action. I have a warm and engaging style that my cients enjoy. I also specialize in healing the trauma of equestrian accidents.
I utilize the neuro-behavioral therapies of EMDR and Brainspotting extensively because they recruit the self-healing capacity of your heart/mind to transform your unhelpful story to a more adaptive, flexible, and enriching one.
I welcome clients who seek therapy in order to change behaviors, relationships, or careers that are unsatisfying, and those who wish to unleash their creative energies - in the arts, business, academia, in parenting, and partnership. I especially enjoy clients who are questioning their relationship with addictive substances and are ready to take positive action. I have a warm and engaging style that my cients enjoy. I also specialize in healing the trauma of equestrian accidents.
![Photo of Hannah-Leigh Bull, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d35ed00-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hannah-Leigh Bull
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Waitlist for new clients
EMDR and somatic awareness help resolve trauma, anxiety and depression.
Do you seek greater influence over life? Have people and experiences clouded your vision of meaningful life participation? My collaborative approach to therapy respects you as ultimate authority in your life and the one who knows yourself best; you can integrate holistic well-being, on physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and ethical areas of life. You can work to resolve trauma and unrest from depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma resolution, couple and familial relationships, codependency, compromised attachment, destructive narcissism, and harassment are areas of focus in my practice.
EMDR and somatic awareness help resolve trauma, anxiety and depression.
Do you seek greater influence over life? Have people and experiences clouded your vision of meaningful life participation? My collaborative approach to therapy respects you as ultimate authority in your life and the one who knows yourself best; you can integrate holistic well-being, on physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and ethical areas of life. You can work to resolve trauma and unrest from depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma resolution, couple and familial relationships, codependency, compromised attachment, destructive narcissism, and harassment are areas of focus in my practice.
![Photo of Lily Courtney, MA, LPC, LPCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1088c3f7-96a4-4fa5-9ee0-bad66c04ea11/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lily Courtney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I take an eclectic approach, often utilizing EMDR to support clients who are dealing with painful memories and the impact that these memories have on mood, behavior, physiology, and self-concept.
I work collaboratively with my clients to help them construct a meaningful life. This means supporting clients to make meaning of even the more painful aspects of their experience. Perhaps you are dealing with a difficult life transition, struggling with memories from a painful childhood, grieving the death of a loved one, engaging in self-destructive behaviors, or are attempting to navigate the complex world of relationships. I will work with you to address issues from the perspective that although life is often painful, people have the ability to make healthy choices and to live lives of integrity, depth, and beauty.
As a therapist, I take an eclectic approach, often utilizing EMDR to support clients who are dealing with painful memories and the impact that these memories have on mood, behavior, physiology, and self-concept.
I work collaboratively with my clients to help them construct a meaningful life. This means supporting clients to make meaning of even the more painful aspects of their experience. Perhaps you are dealing with a difficult life transition, struggling with memories from a painful childhood, grieving the death of a loved one, engaging in self-destructive behaviors, or are attempting to navigate the complex world of relationships. I will work with you to address issues from the perspective that although life is often painful, people have the ability to make healthy choices and to live lives of integrity, depth, and beauty.
![Photo of Gautama (Glenn) Katzman, MA LMF, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c23f89b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Gautama (Glenn) Katzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMF
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87501 (Online Only)
From the perspective of the Soul, Earth Is a Place We Come To Evolve and one's Life is the perfect curriculum for our evolution. The Pains of our lives force us to grow. My works helps people grow, evolve, in 2 primary ways. Releasing Trauma (emotional overwhelm) with tools such as EMDR, TAT, IFS: and developing skills: such as Emotional Awareness and Regulation/ Communication/ How to be present with ourselves and others/ Meditation/ How to take care of our inner child parts/ Forgiveness and Acceptance. A sturdy versatile Emotional Toolbox is absolutely essential for inner wellbeing and peace as well as healthy relationships.
From the perspective of the Soul, Earth Is a Place We Come To Evolve and one's Life is the perfect curriculum for our evolution. The Pains of our lives force us to grow. My works helps people grow, evolve, in 2 primary ways. Releasing Trauma (emotional overwhelm) with tools such as EMDR, TAT, IFS: and developing skills: such as Emotional Awareness and Regulation/ Communication/ How to be present with ourselves and others/ Meditation/ How to take care of our inner child parts/ Forgiveness and Acceptance. A sturdy versatile Emotional Toolbox is absolutely essential for inner wellbeing and peace as well as healthy relationships.
![Photo of Kumara Hampton, LPCC, LADAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54e479d8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
My focus is eclectic as A variety of modalities inform my work including; IFS, Attachment Theory, CBT, Somatic Therapy, EMDR, Narrative therapy, and more.
Everyone is subject to have problems come up from time to time. Seeking out help is often not easy, and especially from someone you don't know. The fact that you are on this page is a big step to take, and I commend you for that step. If you are currently looking for support for anything from a life transition to something that has been a little more long term, my hope is that you will take the courageous step forward in facing your difficulty. My view on facing hardships in life is that none of us need to do it alone, and the only way over a difficulty is to go through it.
My focus is eclectic as A variety of modalities inform my work including; IFS, Attachment Theory, CBT, Somatic Therapy, EMDR, Narrative therapy, and more.
Everyone is subject to have problems come up from time to time. Seeking out help is often not easy, and especially from someone you don't know. The fact that you are on this page is a big step to take, and I commend you for that step. If you are currently looking for support for anything from a life transition to something that has been a little more long term, my hope is that you will take the courageous step forward in facing your difficulty. My view on facing hardships in life is that none of us need to do it alone, and the only way over a difficulty is to go through it.
![Photo of Chris Chickering, MA, LMHC, NLPF, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/25e082cb-0b39-4d85-8e3a-8dd6c411db63/1/320x400.jpeg)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, NLP, EMDR, Hypnotherapy & more.
You deserve a healthier, wealthier, and more fulfilling life where you wake up ready to tackle every day with passion and enthusiasm. Helping people tap their innate strengths and shift their thinking to reach and even surpass their potential is what gets me out bed every morning. My life’s mission is to help you break through your challenges and overcome your limiting beliefs to attain the results you desire and deserve, and have fun doing it. Together we'll overcome your limiting beliefs, follow a proven framework for creating new habits to overcome those beliefs, and then work to reinforce those new habits to achieve your goals.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, NLP, EMDR, Hypnotherapy & more.
You deserve a healthier, wealthier, and more fulfilling life where you wake up ready to tackle every day with passion and enthusiasm. Helping people tap their innate strengths and shift their thinking to reach and even surpass their potential is what gets me out bed every morning. My life’s mission is to help you break through your challenges and overcome your limiting beliefs to attain the results you desire and deserve, and have fun doing it. Together we'll overcome your limiting beliefs, follow a proven framework for creating new habits to overcome those beliefs, and then work to reinforce those new habits to achieve your goals.
![Photo of Sarah Barnard, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/da0a9974-43ba-491a-8ccb-5942253b62a6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Barnard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in EMDR and mindfulness techniques to alleviate suffering and build up your own inner strengths.
I work with clients to help heal past traumas and resolve underlying beliefs which may be negatively affecting your everyday life and relationships. I am a person-centered therapist who provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment where we can work together on your needs and goals.
I specialize in EMDR and mindfulness techniques to alleviate suffering and build up your own inner strengths.
I work with clients to help heal past traumas and resolve underlying beliefs which may be negatively affecting your everyday life and relationships. I am a person-centered therapist who provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment where we can work together on your needs and goals.
![Photo of Carolyn Burns, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bfb3f6f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/6/320x400.jpeg)
My work is informed by AEDP (Emotion, body, & experiential focus), Internal Family Systems (parts work), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Jungian depth psychology, neurobiology, & brainspotting (a form of EMDR) for trauma.
Do you sometimes feel alone and sad even with friends and family? Together, we can explore these feelings, transform them, and increase vitality. We will unravel issues that may be causing suffering or isolation; such as depression and anxiety, loss and grief, trauma, or substance abuse. We will face the dragons of suffering together, and unleash your wise and intuitive self to become empowered and embodied. Our work will allow you to remove the barriers to an emotionally close and satisfying relationship with yourself and others. This allows for a greater sense of joy & aliveness.
My work is informed by AEDP (Emotion, body, & experiential focus), Internal Family Systems (parts work), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Jungian depth psychology, neurobiology, & brainspotting (a form of EMDR) for trauma.
Do you sometimes feel alone and sad even with friends and family? Together, we can explore these feelings, transform them, and increase vitality. We will unravel issues that may be causing suffering or isolation; such as depression and anxiety, loss and grief, trauma, or substance abuse. We will face the dragons of suffering together, and unleash your wise and intuitive self to become empowered and embodied. Our work will allow you to remove the barriers to an emotionally close and satisfying relationship with yourself and others. This allows for a greater sense of joy & aliveness.
![Photo of Ann Greer McSpadden, LCSW, EMDR, I’m, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9bb6a8de-457f-4988-97c1-e7f9f37f44a0/1/320x400.jpeg)
Ann Greer McSpadden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, I’m
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87506
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for the past twenty-five years. I believe we have all experienced challenging events in our lives that have never been adequately resolved, especially difficult childhoods and family disfunction. My unique specialty is to assist in discovering and moving beyond old patterns and belief systems in order to allow more self-understanding, authenticity, and sense of self-worth. I do this through my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a gentle form of bi-lateral therapy called EMDR.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for the past twenty-five years. I believe we have all experienced challenging events in our lives that have never been adequately resolved, especially difficult childhoods and family disfunction. My unique specialty is to assist in discovering and moving beyond old patterns and belief systems in order to allow more self-understanding, authenticity, and sense of self-worth. I do this through my training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a gentle form of bi-lateral therapy called EMDR.
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Healing Movement Psychedelic Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, NM 87502
I use treatment methods like EMDR, Internal family systems and in some cases psychedelic psychotherapy.
I am a Latinx bilingual licensed psychologist dedicated to supporting people from diverse cultural and economic background as they cultivate their own resilience building practices. I use my experience working with patients to determine how to best facilitate the development of a healthy mind/body. The human psyche is beautifully complicated. It can create for us moments of exhilarating joy and excruciating pain. The key to maximize joy and minimize pain is very different for each individual. It is important to have a wide range of resilience building practices to draw from in order to create individualized self-care plans.
I use treatment methods like EMDR, Internal family systems and in some cases psychedelic psychotherapy.
I am a Latinx bilingual licensed psychologist dedicated to supporting people from diverse cultural and economic background as they cultivate their own resilience building practices. I use my experience working with patients to determine how to best facilitate the development of a healthy mind/body. The human psyche is beautifully complicated. It can create for us moments of exhilarating joy and excruciating pain. The key to maximize joy and minimize pain is very different for each individual. It is important to have a wide range of resilience building practices to draw from in order to create individualized self-care plans.
![Photo of Joan Heiden, MA, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e837e33-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am certified in EMDR.
During the last twenty five years I have had the opportunity to support and guide many clients. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have recently become certified in the Nurtured Heart approach which is designed to work with intense children and their families. I enjoy working with clients using a variety of modalities that include art, dream work, and trauma work. I look forward to working with you and discovering all that life and consciousness has to offer.
I am certified in EMDR.
During the last twenty five years I have had the opportunity to support and guide many clients. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have recently become certified in the Nurtured Heart approach which is designed to work with intense children and their families. I enjoy working with clients using a variety of modalities that include art, dream work, and trauma work. I look forward to working with you and discovering all that life and consciousness has to offer.
![Photo of Audra Genduso, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed9fb521-00a2-46bc-8249-ab8e6c1b43b6/1/320x400.jpeg)
With EMDR, PACT for couples, Sandplay, mindfulness, and somatic awareness, we find deeper understanding and support positive change.
I work with a diversity of adults experiencing relationship issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and life transitions. Are you feeling stuck in in a pattern but unsure how to break out of it? Are you struggling to find a sense of balance or hope, navigating life transition, feeling afraid to engage in activities you once enjoyed? You may be experiencing self-judgment, low self-worth, shame, or just seeking change. These are common issues that bring people to therapy, and can be an opportunity for deeper growth and acceptance. When you feel seen and heard in therapy, deep healing is possible.
With EMDR, PACT for couples, Sandplay, mindfulness, and somatic awareness, we find deeper understanding and support positive change.
I work with a diversity of adults experiencing relationship issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and life transitions. Are you feeling stuck in in a pattern but unsure how to break out of it? Are you struggling to find a sense of balance or hope, navigating life transition, feeling afraid to engage in activities you once enjoyed? You may be experiencing self-judgment, low self-worth, shame, or just seeking change. These are common issues that bring people to therapy, and can be an opportunity for deeper growth and acceptance. When you feel seen and heard in therapy, deep healing is possible.
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Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.