An Overview of EMDR Therapy

Our therapists at Healing House love the healing power of EMDR. EMDR therapy, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, is a type of therapy that is used to treat a variety of mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. If you're considering EMDR therapy, you may be wondering what to expect. In this post, I will explore what you can expect from EMDR therapy, including what happens during sessions and how our EMDR therapists in Austin and Dallas practice EMDR.

One of the key things to know about EMDR therapy is that it uses a unique approach to help individuals process and heal from trauma or adverse life experiences. During an EMDR session, the therapist will guide the individual through a series of eye movements, sounds, or tapping sensations. These techniques are designed to help the individual access and process difficult memories and emotions, while staying grounded in their body.

Another thing to know about EMDR therapy is that it focuses on the present and the future, in addition to the past. While EMDR therapy can help individuals process and heal from past traumas, the focus is on helping them develop coping skills and strategies to move forward in their lives.

During an EMDR therapy session, the therapist will work with the individual to identify any negative beliefs or thoughts they may have about themselves or the world. Through the EMDR processing, it’s your own brain doing the work and healing. After processing, the hope is that individuals can replace maladaptive beliefs with more positive and adaptive beliefs.

Our EMDR therapists in Dallas and Austin are trained in this specialized type of therapy and often use EMDR to help individuals overcome a range of mental health challenges. If you're considering EMDR therapy, it's important to choose a therapist who is experienced and trained in this approach. Look for a therapist who has completed the EMDR Institute's training program and is trained or certified by the EMDR International Association.

In conclusion, EMDR therapy is a unique and effective approach in treating a variety of mental health conditions. During EMDR therapy sessions, individuals are guided through a series of eye movements, sounds, or tapping sensations to help them process and heal from trauma.

Authored by Anna Zapata, LPC