EMDR Counselling in Merchant City, Glasgow

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Dr Rachel M Allan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
EMDR is my main model of therapy, and I am an Accredited Practitioner with EMDR UK and Europe.
When it is time to talk to someone, finding the right professional is an important step. I specialise in helping people move through traumatic events, loss, and unhelpful patterns (recent and past), towards growth, recovery and freedom. My approach is supportive and respectful. In therapy, I focus on witnessing what you have been through, understanding where you want to get to, and working with you to get the results you are looking for, using evidence-based approaches. Please visit my website to see what previous clients have said about our work together.
EMDR is my main model of therapy, and I am an Accredited Practitioner with EMDR UK and Europe.
When it is time to talk to someone, finding the right professional is an important step. I specialise in helping people move through traumatic events, loss, and unhelpful patterns (recent and past), towards growth, recovery and freedom. My approach is supportive and respectful. In therapy, I focus on witnessing what you have been through, understanding where you want to get to, and working with you to get the results you are looking for, using evidence-based approaches. Please visit my website to see what previous clients have said about our work together.
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Dr Louise Legg
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Merchant City, Glasgow G2
My main training is in Schema Therapy, CBT, EMDR and Person-Centred Therapy, but I also use techniques from other methods like DBT, Mindfulness-CBT, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 25 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?
My main training is in Schema Therapy, CBT, EMDR and Person-Centred Therapy, but I also use techniques from other methods like DBT, Mindfulness-CBT, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Are you dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, long term health conditions, neurodiversity related issues or relationship issues? Are you looking for a strong, trust-based therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and understood? Are you looking for a non-judgmental, supportive, and genuinely caring therapist to work together to figure out what is going on and to set goals? Alternatively, are you looking for career mentoring or support with personal development or significant life changes from an experienced therapist who has 25 years of experience working in finance and living overseas?
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Dr Victoria Ross
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
The main therapeutic models are CBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, CFT & EMDR.
Overwhelmed? Lost? Your past weighing you down? If this is you, you are not alone. Life is tough for us all and it’s no surprise we sometimes feel a bit stuck. My primary aim is to create a safe environment where we can work together to move towards your goals. We will explore, discover and try out new skills and strategies for improvements in the long term.
The main therapeutic models are CBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, CFT & EMDR.
Overwhelmed? Lost? Your past weighing you down? If this is you, you are not alone. Life is tough for us all and it’s no surprise we sometimes feel a bit stuck. My primary aim is to create a safe environment where we can work together to move towards your goals. We will explore, discover and try out new skills and strategies for improvements in the long term.
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Heather Shannon
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR trained to work with adults and children.
I am an accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience of working within mental health services in a variety of settings with adults and children. I carry out psychological therapy for a wide range of conditions.
I am a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR trained to work with adults and children.
I am an accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience of working within mental health services in a variety of settings with adults and children. I carry out psychological therapy for a wide range of conditions.
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Anne Marie McKinley
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work with clients online and in person, using EMDR, Rewind, and Trauma-focused CBT, tailoring therapy with a plan to engage.
By developing a particular way of working with general anxiety or trauma symptoms, clients are empowered. I provide you with various tools/techniques to work with from the start of our connection and work with you immediately to reduce presenting symptoms. This counselling approach builds confidence in your ability to contribute to this therapeutic process.
I work with clients online and in person, using EMDR, Rewind, and Trauma-focused CBT, tailoring therapy with a plan to engage.
By developing a particular way of working with general anxiety or trauma symptoms, clients are empowered. I provide you with various tools/techniques to work with from the start of our connection and work with you immediately to reduce presenting symptoms. This counselling approach builds confidence in your ability to contribute to this therapeutic process.
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Dr Aisha Tariq
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have extensive training and experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ( EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Hi, I'm Aisha, the director of Illuminated Thinking and a dedicated clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in adult mental health. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice, where we understand that sometimes everyone needs a little extra support to navigate psychological pain and build resilience for the future. At Illuminated Thinking, my welcoming and friendly practice serves as your safe space to explore, heal, and grow. Here, you can delve into the present, learn from the past, and focus on becoming the person you aspire to be.
I have extensive training and experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ( EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Hi, I'm Aisha, the director of Illuminated Thinking and a dedicated clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in adult mental health. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice, where we understand that sometimes everyone needs a little extra support to navigate psychological pain and build resilience for the future. At Illuminated Thinking, my welcoming and friendly practice serves as your safe space to explore, heal, and grow. Here, you can delve into the present, learn from the past, and focus on becoming the person you aspire to be.
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Clinical Forensic Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and Sensory Attachment Intervention (SAI).
Clinical Forensic Psychology is a child focused psychology practice specialising in the assessment and treatment of children and young people presenting with emotional and mental health difficulties related to experiences of trauma. In addition, I also provide treatment for children who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. If you think I can help you or your child please get in contact with me for a no obligation discussion. You can find my website at www.clinicalforensic.com
I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and Sensory Attachment Intervention (SAI).
Clinical Forensic Psychology is a child focused psychology practice specialising in the assessment and treatment of children and young people presenting with emotional and mental health difficulties related to experiences of trauma. In addition, I also provide treatment for children who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties. If you think I can help you or your child please get in contact with me for a no obligation discussion. You can find my website at www.clinicalforensic.com
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Carly MacLeod
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Carly offers an integrative model, incorporating behavioural and cognitive therapies, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches, and EMDR.
Carly MacLeod is an accomplished and highly qualified Mental Health Nurse and BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, with extensive experience across both NHS and private sector settings. She holds a BSc in Mental Health Nursing and a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT, both awarded with distinction. With over a decade of professional experience, Carly works collaboratively with clients to support recovery, build resilience, and foster long-term psychological wellbeing. Her practice is firmly rooted in clinical excellence, trauma-informed care, and a deep respect for each individual’s unique experiences.
Carly offers an integrative model, incorporating behavioural and cognitive therapies, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches, and EMDR.
Carly MacLeod is an accomplished and highly qualified Mental Health Nurse and BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, with extensive experience across both NHS and private sector settings. She holds a BSc in Mental Health Nursing and a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT, both awarded with distinction. With over a decade of professional experience, Carly works collaboratively with clients to support recovery, build resilience, and foster long-term psychological wellbeing. Her practice is firmly rooted in clinical excellence, trauma-informed care, and a deep respect for each individual’s unique experiences.
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Yvonne M Farrell
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I also now offer Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy.
Welcome. How can I help? I imagine you might be struggling with anxiety or low mood and experiencing changes in your life that you might be looking for some help with. I am qualified and experienced in dealing with the problems you may be facing from mild to severe. I have been working as a psychotherapist for over 15 years with a wide range of difficulties, my area of particular expertise being trauma. Let me help you.
I also now offer Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy.
Welcome. How can I help? I imagine you might be struggling with anxiety or low mood and experiencing changes in your life that you might be looking for some help with. I am qualified and experienced in dealing with the problems you may be facing from mild to severe. I have been working as a psychotherapist for over 15 years with a wide range of difficulties, my area of particular expertise being trauma. Let me help you.
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Dr Jonell Smith
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I use evidence-based psychological therapies such as CBT, Compassion-focussed therapy, ACT, EMDR, and Mindfulness-based therapy to work on these areas.
Dr Jonell Smith is an experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist, a BPS RAPPS registered clinical supervisor and has a special interest in ADHD, trauma including PTSD, chronic pain and gastrointestinal disorders. With a warm and welcoming style, she ensures a comfortable pace for your therapy journey, helping you explore, build skills, and manage challenges. Please note, the office operates online and by appointment only. Dr Jonell Smith does not provide out of hours or crisis support services.
I use evidence-based psychological therapies such as CBT, Compassion-focussed therapy, ACT, EMDR, and Mindfulness-based therapy to work on these areas.
Dr Jonell Smith is an experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist, a BPS RAPPS registered clinical supervisor and has a special interest in ADHD, trauma including PTSD, chronic pain and gastrointestinal disorders. With a warm and welcoming style, she ensures a comfortable pace for your therapy journey, helping you explore, build skills, and manage challenges. Please note, the office operates online and by appointment only. Dr Jonell Smith does not provide out of hours or crisis support services.
0141 473 6994 View 0141 473 6994
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Laura Beech
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
EMDR is an transdiagnostic evidence-based therapy for PTSD and CPTSD and can treat many other issues, such as anxiety and depression.
I specialise in working with relationships, adverse childhood experiences (neglect or abuse), sexual abuse, bullying, parental breakup and other difficult experiences whilst growing up. I work in a trauma informed way using EMDR therapy and other techniques to help you process a difficult past, create resilience so you can live the life you want.
EMDR is an transdiagnostic evidence-based therapy for PTSD and CPTSD and can treat many other issues, such as anxiety and depression.
I specialise in working with relationships, adverse childhood experiences (neglect or abuse), sexual abuse, bullying, parental breakup and other difficult experiences whilst growing up. I work in a trauma informed way using EMDR therapy and other techniques to help you process a difficult past, create resilience so you can live the life you want.
0121 817 7042 View 0121 817 7042
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Ruth Galloway-Kirkland
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am an EMCC Accredited Coach, EMDR Therapist, BACP Accredited Therapist, and Supervisor.
​I'm your mojo-returner! I'm an EMCC Accredited Senior Coach Practitioner, Accredited Coach Supervisor, and BACP Accredited Therapist, with over a decade, and thousands of hours of experience, in supporting extraordinary people, just like you, to make significant changes in their lives. Ready to crush your goals? DM me for transformative coaching and therapeutic consultancy for creative entrepreneurs and senior executives. More than just coaching, this flexes and shifts with YOUR needs.
I am an EMCC Accredited Coach, EMDR Therapist, BACP Accredited Therapist, and Supervisor.
​I'm your mojo-returner! I'm an EMCC Accredited Senior Coach Practitioner, Accredited Coach Supervisor, and BACP Accredited Therapist, with over a decade, and thousands of hours of experience, in supporting extraordinary people, just like you, to make significant changes in their lives. Ready to crush your goals? DM me for transformative coaching and therapeutic consultancy for creative entrepreneurs and senior executives. More than just coaching, this flexes and shifts with YOUR needs.
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Brooke Hulsizer
Psychotherapist, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I use modalities like CBT, DBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and EMDR to understand and heal underlying causes of external problems.
I am registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and I'm also a registered Social Worker with the Scottish Social services Council (SSSC). I'm a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and EMDR-trained therapist as well.
I use modalities like CBT, DBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and EMDR to understand and heal underlying causes of external problems.
I am registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and I'm also a registered Social Worker with the Scottish Social services Council (SSSC). I'm a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and EMDR-trained therapist as well.
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Dr Christopher McCormack
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have completed additional trainings in EMDR therapy and administering the ADOS-2, which is an assessment for Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who offers psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of difficulties. In my NHS post, I work in an HIV & Sexual Health service and a specialist mental health team that provides input to inpatients and outpatients struggling with physical health problems. I am particularly experienced at seeing people and couples presenting with sexual difficulties, such as painful sex or unreliable erections. I also have a specialist interest in anxiety disorders and the application of cognitive behavioural therapy in its treatment.
I have completed additional trainings in EMDR therapy and administering the ADOS-2, which is an assessment for Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who offers psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of difficulties. In my NHS post, I work in an HIV & Sexual Health service and a specialist mental health team that provides input to inpatients and outpatients struggling with physical health problems. I am particularly experienced at seeing people and couples presenting with sexual difficulties, such as painful sex or unreliable erections. I also have a specialist interest in anxiety disorders and the application of cognitive behavioural therapy in its treatment.
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Dr Emma Williams (EmPsych Ltd)
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained and a variety of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and Medical Hypnosis.
Hi! I'm Dr Emma Williams, Clinical Psychologist and Director of EmPsych limited. People come to me for therapy for help to manage a range of emotional and physical difficulties. I specialise in trauma therapy, adjustment to physical health difficulties, adjustment to and rehabilitation from neurological conditions including Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
I am trained and a variety of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and Medical Hypnosis.
Hi! I'm Dr Emma Williams, Clinical Psychologist and Director of EmPsych limited. People come to me for therapy for help to manage a range of emotional and physical difficulties. I specialise in trauma therapy, adjustment to physical health difficulties, adjustment to and rehabilitation from neurological conditions including Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
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Dr Nadia Balmain
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an accredited EMDR Practitioner.
These symptoms could be flashbacks, disturbed sleep, anxiety, panic attacks and low mood amongst other symptoms. EMDR also has robust evidence as a treatment for anxiety and panic attacks. The research has identified that anxiety is often caused by distressing or sometimes overwhelming experiences that have impacted and set in motion anxiety symptoms.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an accredited EMDR Practitioner.
These symptoms could be flashbacks, disturbed sleep, anxiety, panic attacks and low mood amongst other symptoms. EMDR also has robust evidence as a treatment for anxiety and panic attacks. The research has identified that anxiety is often caused by distressing or sometimes overwhelming experiences that have impacted and set in motion anxiety symptoms.
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The Psychology Rooms Clinic - Director Dr McNeill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
EMDR all ages.
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are tailored specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are: • Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples • Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical) • Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing • Expert witness report for court, tribunals and compensation. • Mental health first aid training
EMDR all ages.
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are tailored specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are: • Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples • Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical) • Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing • Expert witness report for court, tribunals and compensation. • Mental health first aid training
0141 473 6870 View 0141 473 6870
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Robyn Ross
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a fully qualified person-centred and EMDR therapist originally from the US, offering a warm, empathic approach to help my clients safely explore and heal whatever is holding them back or causing distress.
I use an integrative approach, blending EMDR into a person-centred framework, to look at what factors in your current life may be contributing to unhappiness or discomfort, while considering past experiences that may be having an impact. All of my work, including EMDR, is fully adaptable to an online setting. I also offer supervision to counsellors
I am a fully qualified person-centred and EMDR therapist originally from the US, offering a warm, empathic approach to help my clients safely explore and heal whatever is holding them back or causing distress.
I use an integrative approach, blending EMDR into a person-centred framework, to look at what factors in your current life may be contributing to unhappiness or discomfort, while considering past experiences that may be having an impact. All of my work, including EMDR, is fully adaptable to an online setting. I also offer supervision to counsellors
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Sam Southey
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BPC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I'm a qualified, experienced psychodynamic counsellor and EMDR practitioner working with adults, primarily online.
Lots of us face challenging situations at some stage in our lives, which can be difficult to manage. It's not always easy or appropriate to talk with family or friends and sometimes we worry that bringing something old and / or hidden up to the surface will cause more problems. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to help you to develop insight and understanding by exploring how your present situation might be impacted by past experiences and people from your past and / or present.
I'm a qualified, experienced psychodynamic counsellor and EMDR practitioner working with adults, primarily online.
Lots of us face challenging situations at some stage in our lives, which can be difficult to manage. It's not always easy or appropriate to talk with family or friends and sometimes we worry that bringing something old and / or hidden up to the surface will cause more problems. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to help you to develop insight and understanding by exploring how your present situation might be impacted by past experiences and people from your past and / or present.
01470 229996 View 01470 229996
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Kirstie Rees Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I also use EMDR when working with children and young people.
Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person who has additional support needs, special educational needs or learning disabilities? Are you struggling to understand your child's needs and their behaviours? Would you like to learn more about helpful strategies and approaches that you can use to reduce their behaviours and anxiety, or to enhance your child's mental health and learning? Would your child benefit from help to navigate relationships and school? Would it be helpful for you, too, to talk over your concerns in a safe, and supportive setting?
I also use EMDR when working with children and young people.
Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person who has additional support needs, special educational needs or learning disabilities? Are you struggling to understand your child's needs and their behaviours? Would you like to learn more about helpful strategies and approaches that you can use to reduce their behaviours and anxiety, or to enhance your child's mental health and learning? Would your child benefit from help to navigate relationships and school? Would it be helpful for you, too, to talk over your concerns in a safe, and supportive setting?
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Who is EMDR for?

EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?

People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?

First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?

First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimising its ability to trigger anxiety.