EMDR
EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing
A Powerful Psychotherapeutic Tool EMDR is a therapeutic tool which is used to help individuals reprocess disturbing or traumatic material. EMDR stimulates the brain to become desensitized when the individual thinks about the disturbance; this in turn helps the person to resolve problems, thus enhancing the quality of their life.
EMDR has been subjected to numerous scientific studies that have proven its efficacy in treating PTSD and other mental health problems.
OTHER USES FOR EMDR
EMDR is now used for a variety of mental health problems including:
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Addictions
Trauma and Abuse
Dissociative Disorders
Chronic Pain
Depression
Grief and Loss
Anxiety
Phobias
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Low self esteem
EMDR IS ALSO USED FOR PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT
Performance enhancement does not only work with musicians, actors and athletes but also is used with individuals who want to live their life more fully and effectively.
HOW LONG DOES EMDR TAKE?
The amount of time for EMDR varies from person to person. Some individuals get complete relief in as few as 3 sessions; some require up to 20 or even more depending on the severity of the target and the receptivity of the individual. Most clients find relief sooner rather than later.
CAN ANYONE LEARN TO DO EMDR?
No. The EMDR Institute trains only mental health professionals with at least a Master’s level degree. This includes Marriage and Family Therapists, Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Psychiatrists (Medical doctors). The therapist must have completed at least one level of the EMDR training to be able to perform it with clients. EMDR has been taught to, and is being used by, professionals all over the world.
EMDR has been subjected to numerous scientific studies that have proven its efficacy in treating PTSD and other mental health problems.
OTHER USES FOR EMDR
EMDR is now used for a variety of mental health problems including:
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Addictions
Trauma and Abuse
Dissociative Disorders
Chronic Pain
Depression
Grief and Loss
Anxiety
Phobias
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Low self esteem
EMDR IS ALSO USED FOR PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT
Performance enhancement does not only work with musicians, actors and athletes but also is used with individuals who want to live their life more fully and effectively.
HOW LONG DOES EMDR TAKE?
The amount of time for EMDR varies from person to person. Some individuals get complete relief in as few as 3 sessions; some require up to 20 or even more depending on the severity of the target and the receptivity of the individual. Most clients find relief sooner rather than later.
CAN ANYONE LEARN TO DO EMDR?
No. The EMDR Institute trains only mental health professionals with at least a Master’s level degree. This includes Marriage and Family Therapists, Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Psychiatrists (Medical doctors). The therapist must have completed at least one level of the EMDR training to be able to perform it with clients. EMDR has been taught to, and is being used by, professionals all over the world.