EMDR

Learn more about EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), the training and certification process, and other related topics in our EMDR Blog. These posts by The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy cover topics like choosing a mentor, relational EMDR therapy, EMDR therapists’ role in the journey of their patient and more.

EMDR therapy is a powerful, research-supported approach for treating trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and distressing life experiences. By using eye movement desensitization and bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories, reduce emotional distress, and replace negative beliefs with healthier perspectives. In this article, EMDR therapist Douglas Carmody, LCSW, explains how EMDR works, what happens during a typical EMDR therapy session, and why this structured therapy is considered an effective treatment for psychological trauma. Whether you’re navigating chronic stress, painful events, or long-standing trauma, EMDR may offer the relief and healing you’ve been hoping for.