What is EMDR and how can it help me?
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders.
https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
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The American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, National Alliance on Mental Illness, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the U.K. National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs/Dept. of Defense, The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and the World Health Organization among many other national and international organizations recognize EMDR therapy as an effective treatment. More specific information on treatment guidelines can be found on our EMDR and PTSD page.
https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
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A study, funded by the HMO Kaiser Permanente, found that 100% of the single-trauma victims and 77% of multiple trauma victims no longer were diagnosed with PTSD after only six 50-minute sessions. In another study, 77% of combat veterans were free of PTSD in 12 sessions.
More Information on EMDR
Introduction to EMDR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pkfln-ZtWeY
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EMDR Therapy Demonstration: Phases 1-8
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Learn more about EMDR. EMDR Therapy helps people heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. You are not alone. There is a path to healing. For more information, Please visit www.emdria.org