What is EMDR therapy for children? Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or EMDR for short, is an effective treatment for trauma. Not only is this a popular therapy for adults, but also for children. This therapy is used to help children process traumatic memories and emotions. How does EMDR therapy for children work? In a…
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What is bilateral stimulation? If you’re interested in learning more about Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, then you might want an answer to this question. First, let’s define the word, “bilateral.” Bilateral means, “affecting both sides.” Bilateral stimulation uses various stimuli, such as eye movements, sounds, and tapping to activate both hemispheres of the brain. In…
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Reliving painful memories, fear and anxiety, sadness, agitation, and emotional numbness are all common signs of trauma—an emotional response to harmful or life-threatening circumstances. However, trauma isn’t purely mental or emotional. In fact, you might feel like you’ve completely moved on from a traumatic experience, all the while your body is telling a different story. …
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In recent years, you might have heard of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). If so, you might be wondering what it is and how it works. This article will help provide further information about EMDR and how it can be a beneficial therapy approach for anyone struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma & PTSD, grief,…
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