This fact sheet presents an overview of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is a therapeutic approach designed to treat individuals who are dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic life event, including children exposed to…
EMDR involves having the patient bring to mind images of the trauma while engaging in back-and-forth eye movements (or while alternating oneâs attention back and forth using taps or sounds). It also addresses trauma-related negative beliefs. It has…