#Emdr Therapist Training

The 8 phases of EMDR! 🩷 One of the biggest misconceptions I hear “EMDR is just looking at the moving light & thinking about your trauma.” That is a massive oversimplification (&so is this video tbh. It’s really hard to condense a full therapy into a minute and a half video). If you want more clarity on the reprocessing phases, let us know & we can create a longer video for you where we actually do the reprocessing. 🫶 Forgot to mention (but also a part of phase 3), right before the desensitization your therapist will assess for emotions, sensations, level of distress, negative cognition, positive cognition, and how true the positive cognition feels. ✨ #EMDR #EMDRtherapy #mentalhealth #trauma #anxiety

I often get asked: “How does EMDR work?” Let me explain here 👇🏻 Our brains can heal themselves and EMDR creates the space for us to be able to do that. It's like updating the file cabinet. Putting old emotions where they belong, in the past. We remember the event and forget the pain. It is not happening now. The body heals from a cut if you clean and dress the wound. We take it for granted. I explain we have similar healing mechanisms for the mind (2 hours of REM-powered dream sleep) and that EMDR is an artificial way of accessing the same healing mechanism. It makes bad things less bad. It doesn't erase, it takes the sting out of the memory so it doesn't affect you as much. It allows a person to access a memory file that was believed to be locked and unchangeable and to process it to sometimes see it differently and feel better about it; using the power of their mind to achieve those results. Want to check out my website for more? Comment CONSULT below and I'll send you a DM. 💌

Think EMDR can’t be as effective virtually as it is in person? Think again! Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) uses bilateral stimulation to help desensitize trauma-related emotions and reprocess distressing memories. As long as you’re in a safe, uninterrupted space for your session, EMDR can be just as powerful online as it is in person, helping you heal and move forward. Got questions about EMDR therapy? Drop them in the comments below! #emdr #emdrtherapy #emdrtherapist #traumahealing #traumarecovery #childhoodtraumarecovery

Intensives are deep, focused work, designed for people who want to move further, faster. An EMDR intensive isn’t just a “longer therapy session.” It’s a focused block of time where you can: Go deeper without the stop-start of weekly sessions Stay with the memory until your nervous system actually shifts Leave grounded and steady, not raw or overwhelmed For many people , especially first responders, trauma survivors, or those feeling stuck, intensives can be the bridge between coping and true relief. ✨ Sometimes healing needs more than 50 minutes. That’s where intensives come in. Save this if you’ve ever wondered what actually happens in an EMDR intensive. This is general information only, not a substitute for therapy. #emdrtherapy #emdrintensive #traumatherapy #burlingtonontario #oakvilleontario #haltonregion #nervoussystemhealing #traumarecovery

Yes, a trained therapist can do EMDR with children, they just have to make it playful and safe. Here is what it might look like across the 8 phases of the protocol. I am using @playtherapycommunity (Jackie Flynn’s) EMDR flip chart #redwoodcenterforchildrenandfamilies #childcenteredplaytherapy #playtherapy #EMDR #trauma #parents #mentalhealth

My nervous system feels like it controls my life most days😭 and thought based therapy just doesn’t feel like it’s enough anymore. So I started EMDR & IFS. Can’t wait to share this journey with you guys! Part 1. #emdr #ifs #therapy #healingjoyrney

✨ You might have seen people tapping, following a therapist’s fingers or following a light bar in EMDR Therapy and thought what is going on there?! ✨ This is called bilateral stimulation (BLS). ✨ BLS is a gentle, rhythmic stimulation of the left and right sides of the body, often through eye movements, tapping, or alternating sounds. ✨ It helps activate the brain’s natural information-processing system so memories that feel “stuck” can begin to be processed. ✨ This is where it fits within EMDR: Eye Movement – one way of creating bilateral stimulation (BLS), often by guiding the eyes back and forth. Desensitisation – as the memory is processed, the emotional intensity connected to it often begins to reduce. The memory is still there, but it usually feels less overwhelming. Reprocessing – the brain gradually stores the experience in a more adaptive way, linking it with new understanding, perspective, and resources. So the tapping or eye movements you might see online are just one tool within a structured trauma focussed therapeutic process 💖 EMDR Therapy cannot be done without a trained EMDR Therapist. ✨ Share, Save and Follow along for more Trauma, OCD and Therapy Content✨ Disclaimer: Social media is not a substitute for therapeutic support or treatment. All content is for educational and/or entertainment purposes. #emdrtherapy #traumatherapy #traumarecovery #emdrtherapist #letstalkabouttherapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. Gees that’s a mouthful. Just tell me why I might use it… || Well firstly EMDR sessions may be the only place in therapy where your eye-rolling is not only expected but actively encouraged 😉. You might also choose EMDR therapy because it offers a unique approach to processing and overcoming traumatic experiences. Don’t feel like talk-therapy is your jam? Well you’re in the right place. Often a barrier to commencing therapy is concerns around having to re-live trauma or upsetting experiences through the re-telling, or struggling to share one’s most private and upsetting experiences with a stranger. In EMDR therapy, it is your brain that does the healing work, and the therapist is the provider of the tools and creation of a safe space. You can heal from trauma without necessarily talking about it in a lot of detail. So you’re probably thinking that sounds real “woo-woo”. Well let us reassure you EMDR is a method backed by research and recognized for its effectiveness, offering individuals a tailored journey towards resilience and recovery. We promise it’s not just moving your eyes and hoping for the best. In EMDR therapy, a traumatic long-term memory is intentionally activated so it is moved to the short-term memory. The client will then be asked to focus on the memory, while simultaneously tracking the rapid movement of the therapist’s fingers moving from left to right in front of their eyes (that’s the bilateral stimulation as pictured above). When a distressing and traumatic memory is held in short-term memory combined with BLS, people can recall memories without becoming so disturbed; the memory will feel less emotionally charged, less vivid, and more distant. When the emotional charge is reduced, people are then able to think about the events from a more adaptive or accepting perspective. EMDR can provide a pathway to healing and emotional well-being you may be seeking. Our excellent clinical psychologist Aleana Green currently offers EMDR therapy at GrayMind Psychology. ✨Check out our website for more info. ✨Call reception to make an enquiry call. ✨Take the leap and book online.

EMDR does look deeply unserious at first. You came to therapy expecting to talk through the thing, and suddenly there’s a light bar, buzzers, bilateral stimulation, and what can only be described as a tiny office rave. Fair. But EMDR isn’t about performing therapy correctly or telling the whole story in perfect detail. It helps your brain and body process memories that still feel active, even when your logical mind knows they’re old. So yes, it looks weird. Different is kind of the point. Follow @emdrwithkat for more on healing childhood wounds, trauma patterns, and EMDR. 📍Therapy services provided in Massachusetts only. Disclaimer: This is educational content and not a substitute for therapy, diagnosis, or crisis support. If you’re in immediate danger or need urgent help, call 911 or your local emergency number. #EMDRTherapy #TraumaTherapy #ChildhoodTraumaHealing #ComplexTraumaRecovery #MassachusettsTherapist

We’ve had a few brave souls reach out asking about EMDR therapy and how it can support the healing journey. At Survivor Sanctuary, we’re committed to sharing tools that empower your recovery. This is a simple, beginner-friendly EMDR technique you can do in just 10 seconds, anytime, anywhere. It’s a small step—but a powerful one—toward restoring your peace. More videos and resources are coming soon. You are not alone, and healing is possible. . . . . . . . @vossworld #HealingIsPossibl #TraumaRecovery #EMDRTherapy #SafeSpaceToHeal #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheSilence #FromSurvivingToThriving #YouAreNotAlone #ReclaimYourPeace

*this is my subjective opinion!* Here’s my rationale 💫: CBT - helps with distorted thinking, misses trauma stored in the body DBT - amazing skills for managing trauma symptoms, misses root cause IFS - amazing for complex trauma and dissociation EMDR - my creme de la creme, but requires a skilled therapist who can identify dissociation and work with parts Somatic experiencing - addresses trauma in the body but hard to access and expensive to become trained Prolonged exposure - torture chamber (jk!) great for avoidance, not great for complex trauma Narrative therapy - helpful for re-authoring trauma stories, doesnt always address body-based trauma Sand tray therapy - accesses nonverbal stuff, can be super powerful for processing Art therapy - helpful creative outlet, doesnt require trauma narrative, hard to find a true art therapist Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy- amazing for treatment-resistant anxiety, depression, ptsd; needs integration work with a licensed therapist in combination with the medicine

🌿 What is EMDR therapy — and how does it work? EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It’s a structured therapy that helps the brain process distressing memories in a new, less overwhelming way. Here’s how: 👉 During an EMDR session, your therapist will guide you to briefly focus on a difficult memory while also using bilateral stimulation (like guided eye movements, gentle taps, or sounds that alternate left and right). 👉 This dual focus helps your brain “unstick” the memory and reprocess it — so it can be stored in a healthier way. 👉 Over time, the memory becomes less intense and less emotionally triggering. Clients often describe it as finally feeling free from something that used to weigh them down. EMDR is well-researched and shown to be effective for: ✨ Trauma and PTSD ✨ Anxiety and panic ✨ Grief and loss ✨ Stressful life experiences At Center Street Psychology, our EMDR-trained therapists create a safe, supportive space for this work — always moving at your pace. 💬 Curious if EMDR might be right for you or your child? Call or text Amy, our Director of Client Care, at 403-399-5120 for a complimentary 20-minute consultation. #CenterStreetPsychology #EMDRTherapy #TraumaHealing #TherapyThatFeelsHuman #YYCTherapist #MentalHealthSupport