Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been proven effective for the treatment of trauma and psychological stress.
EMDR is an evidence-based treatment that targets the cognitive, emotional, and somatic aspects of trauma. It is endorsed as a recommended treatment for PTSD by the American Psychological Association and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
I completed EMDR Therapy Basic Training (Levels 1 and 2) at the Midwest Center for EMDR Training and Therapy in 2013. Since then, I have successfully treated clients who have a wide range of traumatic experiences utilizing EMDR techniques. To extend my training, I have attended several advanced courses offered by leaders in the field of EMDR therapy including Dr. James Knipe, Dr. Laurel Parnell, and Kathy Steele, MN, CS, APRN. By receiving direct supervision from EMDR-certified consultants and trainers, I have benefited from personalized instruction and guidance from experts in the field. My skills in EMDR therapy have also benefited greatly from participation in an EMDR case consultation group. I am a member of the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA).
Overview of EMDR Therapy
Video used with permission from the US Department of Veteran Affairs National Center for PTSD
Healing Trauma: EMDR Patients Share Their Stories
Resources
EMDR has been endorsed as an effective treatment for PTSD by the following organizations:
1. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: National Center for PTSD, https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand_tx/emdr.asp
2. American Psychological Association, https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/treatments/eye-movement-reprocessing