EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy approach used to help people process distressing or unresolved experiences that continue to affect emotional wellbeing, relationships, or day-to-day functioning.

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EMDR is based on the understanding that some experiences are not fully processed at the time they occur, particularly when they are overwhelming or occur in the context of stress or threat. When this happens, memories can remain “stuck” and continue to be triggered in the present, leading to strong emotional, physical, or relational responses that feel disproportionate or difficult to control.

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In EMDR therapy, attention is gently directed to aspects of these experiences while using bilateral stimulation (such as guided eye movements). This supports the brain’s natural capacity to process and integrate information, allowing memories to become less emotionally charged and less likely to intrude in the present.

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As processing occurs, people often notice a reduction in emotional intensity, changes in how experiences are remembered, and an increased sense of steadiness and perspective. EMDR supports more adaptive responses in situations that previously felt reactive, overwhelming, or stuck.

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