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EMDR Therapy
Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured counseling process using bi-lateral stimulation to desensitize reactions to distressing events and reduce anxiety.
A powerful part of therapy, EMDR can deepen and accelerate the process of neutralizing or reducing beliefs and experiences that are limiting. Clients most frequently report new understanding, feeling a sense of "relief", a greater depth of self understanding, peacefulness, clarity, and other positive changes.
EMDR therapy has been successfully used for many life situations including specific fears or anxieties, relationship disruptions occurring either as an adult or during childhood, and post-traumatic stress resulting from experiencing or witnessing frightening, dangerous, or violent events. Some forms of depression, anxiety, panic, and other conditions can improve with therapy that includes EMDR.
EMDR is a well-established, widely researched, evidence based therapy and is recognized as an effective treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder by The World Health Organization, American Psychiatric Association, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, and SAMHSA.
Observing the improvements people make with EMDR therapy motivated me to further my understanding by gaining certification as an EMDR therapist and continuing on a regular basis with advanced trainings specific to EMDR since 2014. It's worth noting that an EMDR therapist must go through considerable training beyond their clinical license to practice this method of therapy. Inquire about a therapists experience and training, to be sure that your therapist has the proper certification and training in EMDR therapy before you begin this type of treatment.
Along with EMDR therapy I rely on trauma-informed methods, mindfulness techniques, attachment therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, relaxation techniques, and educational information. EMDR can be part of therapy for anxiety or other difficulties when appropriate, and is not appropriate for every person or every issue. We can talk about what you are seeking from counseling to decide if EMDR would be helpful for you. If you are not able to be seen in Fargo, telehealth might be an option.