WHAT IS EMDR?
EMDR, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a therapy that helps people heal from distressing experiences. Imagine memories or feelings as puzzle pieces that sometimes get stuck or cause discomfort that we react to. EMDR is like a skilled guide helping you sort through those pieces, making them easier to understand and less upsetting. It involves focusing on distressing memories while the therapist helps you move your eyes or use other gentle, rhythmic movements called bilateral stimulation, which can reduce the power these memories have over you. It's like untangling knots in a gentle and supportive way, allowing you to feel more at ease and better able to move forward in your life