While EMDR has been an efficient trauma modality, it has expanded to other disorders and symptoms, such as anxiety and phobias.

When one hears the word trauma, there is a visceral reaction of “I didn’t have it that bad” or downplaying experiences because of one’s own privileges.

CBT is especially beneficial in confronting difficult narrative and avoidant behaviors to ultimately take action steps towards change.

Dissociation is often learned as a young person to cope with complex (childhood) trauma or adverse life events; it can even be helpful to survival and not having to feel the magnitude of stress or pain.

Values are essential if you want to live a life of purpose and can be your north star when you’re feeling stuck.

After an EMDR session, you may be notice experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, sensitivity or irritation, this is all very common and it shows that the process is working as your body and mind continues to reprocess your trauma or target memory. Learn more about the side effects and self-care tips to make EMDR less painful and more manageable.