EMDR Trauma Healing Workbook

Identifying EMDR

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapeutic method developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro that is based on the idea that traumatic memories can be stored in the brain in an incomplete or unprocessed form, which can cause distressing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and flashbacks.

EMDR is designed to help individuals process these traumatic memories in a more adaptive way so that they can reduce the negative symptoms associated with them.

Processing or recalling a traumatic memory while simultaneously engaging in some form of bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements, tapping, or tones helps activate the brain's natural information processing system, allowing a person to process the traumatic memory in a more adaptive way. EMDR has been found to be effective in treating a variety of conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and phobias. It is considered an evidence-based treatment that has been validated by several research studies. It is also used for other types of emotional distress, such as for processing traumas that are not necessarily related to a specific event. It's important to note that EMDR is a complex therapy that requires specific training and certification and that it should be conducted by a trained and qualified EMDR therapist. It is important to note that EMDR is not appropriate for everyone and that your therapist will assess you and help you determine if EMDR is the best treatment for you.

This workbook Journal is to be used with therapy or after therapy sessions.