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Will EMDR Be Too Intense for Me?

Sunday, 09 March 2025 by Dione Tyler

If you’re considering Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy but feel uncertain about how intense it might be, you’re not alone. It’s a common question for those thinking about starting trauma-focused therapy. Many people worry that reliving painful memories might be overwhelming or too intense. This blog will help you understand how EMDR works,

Published in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing - EMDR, Therapy, Trauma

Tagged under: EMDR, EMDR Therapy, Trauma Healing, Trauma Therapy

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The Science Behind EMDR: How Eye Movements Support Trauma Recovery

Wednesday, 12 February 2025 by Dione Tyler

As a Clinical Psychologist, I often work with clients who have experienced trauma, and one of the most effective therapy approach I use is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR is a structured therapy that helps people process and heal from distressing memories. But how

Published in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing - EMDR, Therapy, Trauma

Tagged under: EMDR, PTSD Recovery, Trauma Healing, Trauma Therapy