How does EMDR support trauma recovery?

EMDR uses guided eye movements and other techniques to help individuals reprocess and overcome traumatic memories.

Who can benefit from EMDR therapy at 12 South Recovery?

Adults, veterans, and elders dealing with trauma or emotional distress can benefit from EMDR therapy at 12 South Recovery.

Is EMDR therapy covered by insurance at 12 South Recovery?

Yes, 12 South Recovery accepts most major health insurance plans. You can verify your insurance coverage online or contact the center for a confidential consultation to understand your benefits and options.

EMDR THERAPY

Q: What is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy?

EMDR is a therapy designed to help individuals process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact.

Clinically Reviewed By Matt Beck, LMFT

What Is EMDR Therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic approach designed to help people recover from severe trauma and PTSD. The main goal is to promote healing by addressing the symptoms and emotional pain stemming from traumatic experiences.

EMDR therapy consists of a trained therapist working with a patient. It usually follows a structured approach comprising eight phases that assist the therapist and the patient in examining and processing experiences from the past, present, and future.

An EMDR session consists of a therapist guiding the patient to focus on a distressing memory while the patient tracks the therapist’s hand movement and eyes. This calming technique helps clients revisit difficult memories by enabling their eyes to track actions that alleviate emotional distress. EMDR enhances cognitive processing, promotes further understanding, and induces emotional relief.

Research shows that a 90-minute session can be amazingly effective; the results are often sooner than traditional psychotherapy, which might take several years. Quite impressively, EMDR proves particularly effective with trauma, PTSD, panic attacks, eating disorders, addictions, and anxiety.

EMDR Therapy for Trauma-Related Addiction is a safe, structured therapy that uses the brain’s natural ability to heal, allowing the client to move toward recovery and emotional resolution.

Benefits of EMDR Therapy

EMDR is an effective treatment for a wide range of mental health disorders. From its initial use for treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, EMDR has become recognized for its multipurpose in treating substance abuse. The therapy helps heal past traumas, boosts self-esteem, and reduces cravings for drugs and alcohol.

Many addictions and mental health issues often stem from trauma. When trauma is addressed with EMDR, it significantly alleviates compulsive substance use and self-destructive behaviors. Difficult relationships, conflicts, and feelings of isolation lower self-esteem and exacerbate mental health issues.

Letters on a table showing what EMDR Therapy stands for - Eyes, Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing.

Healing from Trauma helps clients learn to handle emotional challenges. While the person is processing trauma with EMDR, positive views of themselves and healthier self-talk can be realized. EMDR also serves those with addictions by diffusing cravings through the release of maladaptive patterns and memories associated with triggering, thus creating an environment for long-term recover

FAQs

What is EMDR therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapeutic approach designed to help individuals recover from trauma, PTSD, and other emotional distress by processing past, present, and future experiences.

How does an EMDR session work?

During an EMDR session, a trained therapist guides the patient to focus on a distressing memory while the patient tracks the therapist’s hand movements with their eyes. This process helps alleviate emotional distress and promotes cognitive and emotional processing.

What conditions can EMDR treat?

EMDR is effective for treating PTSD, trauma, panic attacks, anxiety, eating disorders, addictions, and other mental health disorders. It also addresses self-esteem, compulsive behaviors, and emotional challenges.

How long does EMDR therapy take to show results?

Research indicates that EMDR can produce significant results in as little as a 90-minute session, often faster than traditional psychotherapy, which might take years.

What are the benefits of EMDR therapy?

EMDR helps heal past traumas, improves self-esteem, reduces cravings for substances, and addresses maladaptive patterns and triggers. It promotes emotional recovery, long-term healing, and healthier self-perception.

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