EMDR
(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

Some memories are worth forgetting.

You are going about your day doing “auto-pilot” type things, such as driving, doing the dishes, showering, or some other activity, and memories pop up that you would rather forget but seem to come up at the most random times, seemingly from nowhere.

These are memories that you do not remember again. It does not make sense. You think, “That was a long time ago. I should be over this. Why is this happening now?”

When they come up, you relive those terrible times, causing you to be constantly on guard for that event or events to happen again.

You want these things to be buried but seem to have no control over when they surface.

Those intrusive thoughts appear out of nowhere.

They can strike when you least expect them, especially when feeling otherwise calm.

Intrusive thoughts feel like they have a will of their own, and no matter how much you try to control them or avoid specific memories, they can appear.

They will continue to make their presence known despite efforts to control them if they are not addressed.

EMDR is a type of therapy that can help.

EMDR is an evidence-based approach that desensitizes terrible memories so that they are less likely to intrude. If they do come up, the emotion previously attached to them is not as intense or even gone.

This form of therapy also works to rewrite the script of negative thoughts and beliefs that have formed because of bad experiences. It helps reduce the occurrence of intrusive thoughts and enables you to create new beliefs that will serve you better.

With traditional talk therapy and EMDR, you can reclaim those “auto-pilot” moments and be free to enjoy your life.

If you want to take the first step toward desensitizing bad memories and rewriting negative beliefs, reach out for a free consultation. We can discuss more in-depth how EMDR works and how it can help you heal from the past and reclaim your life.