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Alexa Altman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
My clinical approach draws from my extensive training in mind/body interventions such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, psychodynamic psychotherapy and mindfulness meditation.
I have a gentle, innovative, creative approach to therapy, where my goal is to connect clients to their own sense of resilience and their unique internal healing resources. I believe that each individual has an innate blueprint for health, which can be accessed through trusting the process, slowing down, and deepening the connection to oneself and the present moment.
My clinical approach draws from my extensive training in mind/body interventions such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, psychodynamic psychotherapy and mindfulness meditation.
I have a gentle, innovative, creative approach to therapy, where my goal is to connect clients to their own sense of resilience and their unique internal healing resources. I believe that each individual has an innate blueprint for health, which can be accessed through trusting the process, slowing down, and deepening the connection to oneself and the present moment.
(323) 929-2644 View (323) 929-2644
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Rima Hodaly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I am trained in EMDR.
My name is Rima Hodaly and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. For nearly 15 years, I’ve been working closely with clients of all ages to help them achieve their professional potential, improve their relationships with family, friends and colleagues, and reduce their anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience in the mental health field, both as a clinician and as a supervisor, training and overseeing other therapists.
I am trained in EMDR.
My name is Rima Hodaly and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. For nearly 15 years, I’ve been working closely with clients of all ages to help them achieve their professional potential, improve their relationships with family, friends and colleagues, and reduce their anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience in the mental health field, both as a clinician and as a supervisor, training and overseeing other therapists.
(747) 204-0598 View (747) 204-0598
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Reisha Forshpan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) effective in treating PTSD (Post traumatic Stress Disorder.
Enjoy good personal relationships and professional success. I can help you learn effective ways to manage difficulties and challenges so that you may feel more in control of your life. You don't have to continue feeling depressed or anxious. Replace debilitating negative thoughts and embrace your strengths and capabilities. You can learn to trust that you're ready to make decisions, move forward, reach your goals, and attain what you want, feeling hopeful, motivated and optimistic. Couples learn new ways to communicate effectively, resolve ongoing conflicts, repair trust, learn to support each other vs control , heal and grow a stronger relationship.
I am Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) effective in treating PTSD (Post traumatic Stress Disorder.
Enjoy good personal relationships and professional success. I can help you learn effective ways to manage difficulties and challenges so that you may feel more in control of your life. You don't have to continue feeling depressed or anxious. Replace debilitating negative thoughts and embrace your strengths and capabilities. You can learn to trust that you're ready to make decisions, move forward, reach your goals, and attain what you want, feeling hopeful, motivated and optimistic. Couples learn new ways to communicate effectively, resolve ongoing conflicts, repair trust, learn to support each other vs control , heal and grow a stronger relationship.
(323) 606-9029 View (323) 606-9029
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Charles Adrian Bewley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
One of the best things my dad ever said to me was: Unless you believe in reincarnation, it’s time to be happy now. (Personally, I think this applies even if you do believe in reincarnation.) How to make the most of our time, our relationships, and ourselves - for me, these are the key questions that led me to become a marriage and family therapist. Along with traditional talk therapy, I use EMDR (if desired) to help you work through present challenges and past difficult experiences so that you can live more freely in the here and now - unencumbered by old self-defeating beliefs and fears.
One of the best things my dad ever said to me was: Unless you believe in reincarnation, it’s time to be happy now. (Personally, I think this applies even if you do believe in reincarnation.) How to make the most of our time, our relationships, and ourselves - for me, these are the key questions that led me to become a marriage and family therapist. Along with traditional talk therapy, I use EMDR (if desired) to help you work through present challenges and past difficult experiences so that you can live more freely in the here and now - unencumbered by old self-defeating beliefs and fears.
(747) 205-1104 View (747) 205-1104
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Danielle Feinerman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I use an integrative approach that draws from CBT, psychodynamic, & family systems theories with EMDR and mindfulness practices to holistically treat the body & the mind.
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and difficult life transitions, whether it’s with work, school, or relationships. Having received specialized training in EMDR, I am especially passionate about trauma recovery. I work with clients to help them heal from low self-esteem, toxic relationship patterns, debilitating fears, & negative self-beliefs that can result from painful childhood or adult experiences such as neglect, bullying, domestic violence or sexual assault. I take special care in helping my clients gain self-compassion and reconnect with their sense of self and inner resilience.
I use an integrative approach that draws from CBT, psychodynamic, & family systems theories with EMDR and mindfulness practices to holistically treat the body & the mind.
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and difficult life transitions, whether it’s with work, school, or relationships. Having received specialized training in EMDR, I am especially passionate about trauma recovery. I work with clients to help them heal from low self-esteem, toxic relationship patterns, debilitating fears, & negative self-beliefs that can result from painful childhood or adult experiences such as neglect, bullying, domestic violence or sexual assault. I take special care in helping my clients gain self-compassion and reconnect with their sense of self and inner resilience.
(310) 929-6310 View (310) 929-6310
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Gabriel Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MPhil, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
My clinical certifications include: EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, trauma, addiction/harm-reduction counseling, grief counseling, LGBT-affirmative, and mindfulness-based therapies (MBSR, MBCT).
I provide depth therapy for adults navigating life challenges and relationships. I hold degrees from Northwestern and Cambridge and have clinical expertise in: ADHD, addiction, anxiety, chronic illness, depression, grief, marriage/dating, men's issues, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a special passion for working with LGBTQ folks and men. In our therapy, I stand right beside you exploring complex issues and growing your personal edges. You don't have to go it alone.
My clinical certifications include: EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, trauma, addiction/harm-reduction counseling, grief counseling, LGBT-affirmative, and mindfulness-based therapies (MBSR, MBCT).
I provide depth therapy for adults navigating life challenges and relationships. I hold degrees from Northwestern and Cambridge and have clinical expertise in: ADHD, addiction, anxiety, chronic illness, depression, grief, marriage/dating, men's issues, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a special passion for working with LGBTQ folks and men. In our therapy, I stand right beside you exploring complex issues and growing your personal edges. You don't have to go it alone.
(818) 732-0777 View (818) 732-0777
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Fertility Psychotherapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I draw upon my skills and training in various holistic healing modalities, including EMDR, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapy to offer support and healing when you need it most.
You might be here because you've been struggling with infertility, pregnancy, or issues related to the postpartum period. My goal as an infertility, pregnancy and postpartum therapist is to support, guide, and empower you on your journey to and through parenthood. I do this from the standpoint of both a licensed therapist, as well as a human who has been through these experiences myself. This allows me to step into a greater capacity for empathy and understanding.
I draw upon my skills and training in various holistic healing modalities, including EMDR, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapy to offer support and healing when you need it most.
You might be here because you've been struggling with infertility, pregnancy, or issues related to the postpartum period. My goal as an infertility, pregnancy and postpartum therapist is to support, guide, and empower you on your journey to and through parenthood. I do this from the standpoint of both a licensed therapist, as well as a human who has been through these experiences myself. This allows me to step into a greater capacity for empathy and understanding.
(323) 859-6292 View (323) 859-6292
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Caleb Park
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I am dedicated to providing personalized support for individuals struggling with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma (EMDR Certified), sexual addiction, marital issues, substance addiction, and panic attacks. My comprehensive approach to therapy draws from a combination of evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and solution-focused therapy, to help you achieve lasting results. I have over 8+ years of clinical experience, along with the best sexual addiction and trauma therapy training. You can trust that you are with a professional who has been trained at the highest-level institutions.
I am dedicated to providing personalized support for individuals struggling with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma (EMDR Certified), sexual addiction, marital issues, substance addiction, and panic attacks. My comprehensive approach to therapy draws from a combination of evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and solution-focused therapy, to help you achieve lasting results. I have over 8+ years of clinical experience, along with the best sexual addiction and trauma therapy training. You can trust that you are with a professional who has been trained at the highest-level institutions.
(562) 303-5633 View (562) 303-5633
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Dawn Zienert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I am trained in EMDR; one the most effective treatments for trauma and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I understand how difficult it is to feel anxious, sad, or depressed, and how those feelings can impact the relationships in your life. You do not have to face these challenges alone. My work as a therapist centers on providing empathy, understanding, and a safe place where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will process how the experiences and relationships in your life have affected your mood, your happiness, the way you communicate with others, and more importantly, the way you view yourself.
I am trained in EMDR; one the most effective treatments for trauma and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I understand how difficult it is to feel anxious, sad, or depressed, and how those feelings can impact the relationships in your life. You do not have to face these challenges alone. My work as a therapist centers on providing empathy, understanding, and a safe place where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will process how the experiences and relationships in your life have affected your mood, your happiness, the way you communicate with others, and more importantly, the way you view yourself.
(323) 870-1539 View (323) 870-1539
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Margie Slater
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I hold a Certificate in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders from Postpartum Support International, am an EMDR Certified Therapist, and have done extensive research & clinical training in the treatment of eating disorders.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, body image dissatisfaction, pregnancy/infertility, postpartum concerns, transition to parenthood, trauma, relationship problems, identity concerns, depression and anxiety. Through psychotherapy, I will get to know you and the issues you would like my support and guidance to work through. Beginning psychotherapy can be an overwhelming process and we will develop a safe, supportive, and trusting relationship in order to do this meaningful and challenging work.
I hold a Certificate in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders from Postpartum Support International, am an EMDR Certified Therapist, and have done extensive research & clinical training in the treatment of eating disorders.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, body image dissatisfaction, pregnancy/infertility, postpartum concerns, transition to parenthood, trauma, relationship problems, identity concerns, depression and anxiety. Through psychotherapy, I will get to know you and the issues you would like my support and guidance to work through. Beginning psychotherapy can be an overwhelming process and we will develop a safe, supportive, and trusting relationship in order to do this meaningful and challenging work.
(818) 435-4986 View (818) 435-4986
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Ruthie Polcino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
If you are encountering difficulties emotionally, in your relationships, or in your career, a safe and attuned therapeutic relationship can be transformative. My approach is relational, warm, and collaborative. I draw from attachment theory and evidence-based practices such as Eye Movement Desenitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy-informed therapy (DBT-informed), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as mindfulness-based interventions.
If you are encountering difficulties emotionally, in your relationships, or in your career, a safe and attuned therapeutic relationship can be transformative. My approach is relational, warm, and collaborative. I draw from attachment theory and evidence-based practices such as Eye Movement Desenitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy-informed therapy (DBT-informed), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as mindfulness-based interventions.
(323) 746-0655 View (323) 746-0655
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Valerie Sadon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I specialize in the evidence-based treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Trauma, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), attachment-based therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I specialize in the evidence-based treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Trauma, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), attachment-based therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
(818) 853-9305 View (818) 853-9305
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Dr. Invia A. Betjoseph
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, trained in EMDR specializing in sex addictions, couples therapy and trauma.
Do you find yourself making excuses for your secret, compulsive sexual behaviors, thinking that you can stop at any time? You may think that watching porn is not a big deal, because "Everybody does it." The truth is you have been saying, "This is the last time" for years now, and if you are in a committed relationship, then your partner is feeling angry, betrayed and confused. Problematic sexual behaviors can leave you feeling shame and guilt fraught with fear and anxiety. For 15 years, by creating a safe and confidential environment, using specific tools, I have helped distressed people move past their damaging choices and heal.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, trained in EMDR specializing in sex addictions, couples therapy and trauma.
Do you find yourself making excuses for your secret, compulsive sexual behaviors, thinking that you can stop at any time? You may think that watching porn is not a big deal, because "Everybody does it." The truth is you have been saying, "This is the last time" for years now, and if you are in a committed relationship, then your partner is feeling angry, betrayed and confused. Problematic sexual behaviors can leave you feeling shame and guilt fraught with fear and anxiety. For 15 years, by creating a safe and confidential environment, using specific tools, I have helped distressed people move past their damaging choices and heal.
(408) 809-1063 View (408) 809-1063
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Lauren Boasberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Hi and welcome to my profile, I am glad I popped up in your search. Traumatic experiences change your brain which affects how you feel, think and act. People report having brain fog, hypervigilance, numbness, nightmares and flashbacks; and are left with paralyzing depression and anxiety. EMDR might be right for you if you are experiencing social or generalized anxiety, depression, unhappiness at work, in your relationship or family of origin. The most important thing to know about trauma is that you can heal from it.
Hi and welcome to my profile, I am glad I popped up in your search. Traumatic experiences change your brain which affects how you feel, think and act. People report having brain fog, hypervigilance, numbness, nightmares and flashbacks; and are left with paralyzing depression and anxiety. EMDR might be right for you if you are experiencing social or generalized anxiety, depression, unhappiness at work, in your relationship or family of origin. The most important thing to know about trauma is that you can heal from it.
(310) 879-5577 View (310) 879-5577
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Ginette Rhodes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I am trained in EMDR.
Too often, we feel we are surviving rather than thriving. Do you feel stuck in grief or loss, or that your anxiety is running the show? Are your relationships painful or not satisfying?Also-Parenting is hard! Maybe you're a new parent and it isn't what you expected, or even hoped for. Nobody tells you about the postpartum experience -that internal voice in your head that is constantly critiquing the new role of motherhood you're taking on, mourning the version of yourself you once were. Not to mention the pain that comes with a birth plan gone wrong. If you're mothering without your own mother, that also comes with real challenges.
I am trained in EMDR.
Too often, we feel we are surviving rather than thriving. Do you feel stuck in grief or loss, or that your anxiety is running the show? Are your relationships painful or not satisfying?Also-Parenting is hard! Maybe you're a new parent and it isn't what you expected, or even hoped for. Nobody tells you about the postpartum experience -that internal voice in your head that is constantly critiquing the new role of motherhood you're taking on, mourning the version of yourself you once were. Not to mention the pain that comes with a birth plan gone wrong. If you're mothering without your own mother, that also comes with real challenges.
(661) 762-5925 View (661) 762-5925
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Ana Zalles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
I am Ana Zalles, LMFT 137168. I am a multi-dynamic and integrative therapist. I have a background in Trauma, CBT, DBT and multiple other EBP approaches to range ages 3-65+ . I enjoy expanding my treatment expertise and currently training on EMDR and Psychedelic Assisted Treatment. I feel comfortable with clients from all ages and cultural back grounds. I have an extensive training and treatment focus with survivors of trauma, anxiety and depression.
I am Ana Zalles, LMFT 137168. I am a multi-dynamic and integrative therapist. I have a background in Trauma, CBT, DBT and multiple other EBP approaches to range ages 3-65+ . I enjoy expanding my treatment expertise and currently training on EMDR and Psychedelic Assisted Treatment. I feel comfortable with clients from all ages and cultural back grounds. I have an extensive training and treatment focus with survivors of trauma, anxiety and depression.
(661) 768-0903 View (661) 768-0903
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Bryan Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAMF
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
As a long time industry veteran, including years of being surrounded by highly dysfunctional behavior in recording studios, I understand the stress, hours, and pressure that creative people face. Whether its depression, abusive bosses, or creative blocks, we can work on unraveling the problems and getting through them. Similar to the "man behind the curtain" in the Wizard of Oz, there may be subconscious factors that are influencing your feelings, thoughts and decisions on a daily basis. Together we may be able to identify and neutralize any of these hidden or mysterious issues that appear to be holding you back.
As a long time industry veteran, including years of being surrounded by highly dysfunctional behavior in recording studios, I understand the stress, hours, and pressure that creative people face. Whether its depression, abusive bosses, or creative blocks, we can work on unraveling the problems and getting through them. Similar to the "man behind the curtain" in the Wizard of Oz, there may be subconscious factors that are influencing your feelings, thoughts and decisions on a daily basis. Together we may be able to identify and neutralize any of these hidden or mysterious issues that appear to be holding you back.
(323) 303-3987 View (323) 303-3987
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Marielle Skouras
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Asking for help from another person can be hard, but I see it as a sign of strength. Whether you have reached a point of crisis in your life or are simply looking for a safe space to explore your inner world, I want to help. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship issues, or are feeling stuck and frustrated by painful patterns that keep repeating in your life. Perhaps the vulnerable parts that have been kept hidden in the dark are ready to come out into the light.
Asking for help from another person can be hard, but I see it as a sign of strength. Whether you have reached a point of crisis in your life or are simply looking for a safe space to explore your inner world, I want to help. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship issues, or are feeling stuck and frustrated by painful patterns that keep repeating in your life. Perhaps the vulnerable parts that have been kept hidden in the dark are ready to come out into the light.
(747) 204-3329 View (747) 204-3329
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Erika Holiday
Psychologist, PsyD, QME
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
My practice is fully remote and therefore I am able to treat anyone residing in California. I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. Treatment may be brief to address a current problem or long term to work through lifelong patterns and gain insight . My style is working together and assisting you in finding meaning and resolution to your problems.
My practice is fully remote and therefore I am able to treat anyone residing in California. I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. Treatment may be brief to address a current problem or long term to work through lifelong patterns and gain insight . My style is working together and assisting you in finding meaning and resolution to your problems.
(818) 293-5782 View (818) 293-5782
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Katie Sanford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Have you "always been a worrier?" Are your thoughts racing, spiraling you into despair? Do people keep telling you to stop worrying but you can't? Are you thinking the worst case scenario right now?" You may be having difficulty sleeping, be short on patience, or snapping at people you love. If you are nervous right now because too many things on this list remind you, you may be struggling with anxiety. If your worrying is causing you to enjoy life less or is keeping you from getting things done, I would love to help.
Have you "always been a worrier?" Are your thoughts racing, spiraling you into despair? Do people keep telling you to stop worrying but you can't? Are you thinking the worst case scenario right now?" You may be having difficulty sleeping, be short on patience, or snapping at people you love. If you are nervous right now because too many things on this list remind you, you may be struggling with anxiety. If your worrying is causing you to enjoy life less or is keeping you from getting things done, I would love to help.
(818) 696-5582 View (818) 696-5582
EMDR Therapists

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, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.