EMDR
(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TECHNIQUE
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a highly effective psychotherapy technique which has been very successful in helping people who suffer from anxiety, panic, trauma, upsetting memories, stress and many other emotional difficulties.
One of the most scientifically researched areas in psychotherapy today is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The science is crystal clear. Our nervous system naturally stores memories of being harmed years after the disturbing and painful life experiences took place and requires specialized treatment to help it in the repair process. These memories are kept inside of us as sensations, sounds, images, aromas, thoughts, emotions and symptoms. They are stored as strong feelings and sudden moods that seem to come on without realizing It.
Recovering after a traumatic injury, incident, or past abuse involves healing through our body’s capacity to restore a natural and calming physiology.
HOW DOES EMDR WORK?
EMDR therapy works with bilateral stimulation. What this means is we work together with very simple right-left eye movements, the use of relaxing music that alternatives between one ear and the other or a gentle tapping technique. This stimulation activates the left and right hemispheres of the brain so we can “digest” and process emotional experiences trapped in the nervous system. With the two sides of our brain working in concert our neurophysiological system shifts into an accelerated learning and healing mode that frees itself from negatively repeating patterns and blockages.
As difficult images and feelings are processed by the brain during the EMDR session a clearing of the issues and a more peaceful state are achieved.
MORE THAN TALK THERAPY
EMDR has many years of scientific research behind it and is a powerfully effective psychotherapy. While it involves talking it’s different than talk therapy in that it is physiologically based in the science of how the body heals from trauma. Many people have been able to transform their lives in positive ways as their difficult life experiences get processed.
If you are interested in EMDR sessions they begin with a consultation so I can best understand what you are experiencing, have an opportunity to fully describe the process to you and answer your questions. You can call me at (631) 474-5015, email info@terrynathanson.com or go to my contact page to reach me.
For a more comprehensive description please visit the EMDR Institutes website at:
