Therapy approaches
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
A structured therapy approach for working with distressing experiences and the reactions connected with them.
Understanding the approach
A structured way of working with distressing experiences.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapy approach that can include bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements or alternating taps, while working with distressing experiences and related thoughts, emotions, or body responses.
Lisa is an EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) Certified Therapist. Whether EMDR is used depends on the concern being addressed, readiness for the work, current circumstances, and what feels manageable.
What the work may look like
Preparation and pacing are part of the work.
EMDR does not necessarily begin by immediately revisiting the most difficult material. Preparation may include understanding current concerns, identifying resources, and discussing how the process works.
EMDR may be one part of counseling rather than the entire therapy process.
Individual and collaborative
EMDR is selected collaboratively.
- Not every client or concern requires EMDR.
- The pace can be adjusted according to readiness and current circumstances.
- Other therapeutic approaches may be used alongside EMDR when helpful.