What is
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)?

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured psychotherapy designed to help people process and heal from traumatic experiences. It uses guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation to reduce the emotional impact of distressing memories and promote psychological healing.

How Does It Work?

EMDR helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories so they become less distressing. By focusing on a specific memory while engaging in eye movements or tapping, clients activate the brain's natural healing process. This allows the memory to be stored in a more adaptive, manageable way.

Who is It For?

EMDR is particularly effective for individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It also helps with anxiety, depression, phobias and complex trauma. The therapy is suitable for adults and children who struggle with disturbing memories or overwhelming emotional responses related to past events.

What Happens in a Session?

In an EMDR session, the therapist helps the client identify a troubling memory and the negative beliefs associated with it. While focusing on this, the client follows the therapist’s hand movements or receives other bilateral stimulation. The process continues until distress decreases and new insights emerge.