EMDR THERAPY IN THE NORTH EAST

As well as practicing CBT, I am also qualified in EMDR therapy. EMDR is used to treat trauma and stress but it is also suitable for treating a wide range of issues. If you feel you could benefit from EDMR, get in touch today.

WHAT IS EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy method that is used to relieve stress. It has been found to be effective for a range of problems, including trauma and PTSD. It involves recalling triggering experiences whilst your therapist directs your eye movements.

HOW DOES EMDR WORK?

You will have multiple therapy sessions, usually around 12, where you and your therapist will go through phases, with each building up to achieve the best results. During the therapy, you will relive past traumas in small doses, whilst your eye movement is directed by the therapist. Because your attention is diverted by your therapist, you will find talking about your experience less emotionally upsetting which will reduce the impact that your thoughts or memories have on you over time.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF EMDR?

EMDR can help reduce the symptoms of mental illness and prepare you for any other therapy you may undertake related to trauma, anxiety, depression, stress and more. By the end of your treatment, you will feel more able to reconnect with life and have fewer negative emotions and feelings due to the advantages of the therapy.

WHAT NEXT?

I hope you have found this information helpful. It has been known for people to prefer EMDR to medication, or sometimes people have found it to strengthen the effectiveness of their medication. If you think EMDR would be right for you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me for a confidential discussion and I will be glad to help.

If you feel you would be more suited to talk-based therapy, CBT may be better for you. Find out more about cognitive behavioural therapy here.