EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a short term form of therapy that helps us to process unresolved distress from past traumatic experiences that may be holding us back in our present lives.

Following the therapists moving hand, as it moves from side to side, results in rapid eye movements. This bi-lateral stimulation (alternately stimulating both sides of the brain) accesses the memory network and neural pathways, similar to what we experience in REM sleep whilst dreaming. This simulates the natural healing processes in the brain.

EMDR works well for traumatic incidents from either childhood or more recent, as well as depression, anxiety, phobias or other emotionally scarring incidents that are affecting mental health. It is backed up by the latest research in neurobiology, neuropsychology, somatic therapies and psychotherapy. It is client led and remains within the control of the client.

EMDR is a more active therapy, working efficiently to reduce symptoms. This makes the treatment time shorter than most other therapies, usually between 6-8 weeks, ensuring the best possible outcome for clients.