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How EMDR Works: Understanding Bilateral Stimulation and Memory Processing
You may have heard of EMDR and thought... wait, what does eye movement have to do with healing trauma? It might sound a little unusual at first, especially if you’re more familiar with therapy. And that’s completely okay! But EMDR (short for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a thoughtful, well-supported therapy approach that has helped many people find relief from past pain.
Healing Beyond Talk Therapy: How EMDR Works Differently
EMDR therapy provides a more targeted approach compared to traditional talk therapy because it directly addresses the underlying emotional response linked to a specific traumatic memory or a series of accumulated negative experiences. Instead of discussing feelings, EMDR uses specific eye movements or bilateral stimulation to help your brain reprocess and resolve trauma at its source.
The Evolution of EMDR Therapy
At Seasons of Strength in Washington, DC, our mission is to guide clients toward lasting peace and resilience. For this reason, we offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). This evidence-based therapy has evolved over the years to address several of the most prominent mental health challenges in our society, including PTSD, anxiety, grief, and depression.
Finding Relief From Grief With EMDR in the New Year
If you find yourself struggling with grief over this holiday season, please know that you can find relief from grief and step into a brighter New Year with EMDR.
What Is the Link Between EMDR Therapy and Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is relentless. It steals your energy, interrupts your sleep, and limits your ability to enjoy the things that once brought you joy. Every attempt at relief (medications, physical therapy, lifestyle changes, and so on) can feel like a frustrating cycle of temporary fixes. If this struggle sounds familiar, you're not alone.
The Role of EMDR in Addressing Complex PTSD
Many of us have heard of the term post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD. In short, it's a mental health condition that can develop after someone experiences a traumatic event. These experiences can leave deep psychological scars, making it challenging to feel safe even long after the event has passed.
Benefits of EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy is short for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. EMDR is a type of psychotherapy that has been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma, anxiety, and other psychological conditions.
Just What Is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful therapeutic approach that has literally revolutionized the treatment of trauma. But how does EMDR work? Let’s touch on the underlying mechanisms of EMDR and how it helps individuals overcome traumatic experiences.
Anxiety – When To Seek Help
Anxiety. We all have it from time to time. And, according to the ADAA, anxiety is the most common mental illness in America. But when is it time to see a professional therapist to help us cope with our anxiety?
3 Exciting Benefits of Couples Counseling
Couples counseling – often referred to as marriage counseling - is a type of therapy that helps couples improve communication and resolve conflicts in their relationship. It is useful for couples of all ages and at any stage of their relationship.
Are you depressed or simply not motivated?
Depression is a serious matter, so we can’t dismiss such comments out of hand. But how can we tell if we’re actually depressed or simply lacking motivation?
How long does couples counseling take?
Couples therapy, also known as marriage counseling or couples counseling, is an approach to therapy that helps couples improve their communication patterns, resolve issues and conflicts, and strengthen their overall relationship.
Overcoming Depression – How long does it take?
Depression is a deeply personal matter. For those that are suffering from it, it’s normal to ask questions such as ‘how long will I have this?’, ‘how long until I feel better?’, or ‘will it come back?’.
Couples counseling is an exciting and evolving form of therapy
Counseling is an evolving field and that certainly holds true for couples counseling. New approaches, techniques, and technologies have emerged that help couples to build stronger healthier relationships.
Leaning on self-care to help manage anxiety
Anxiety is a very common mental health issue affecting most of us to different degrees. While anxiety is oftentimes a natural response to stress, too much anxiety can negatively impact our quality of life.
What we shouldn’t say to someone with depression.
Depression is real. It’s challenging, almost impossible, for those of us not suffering from it to fully understand what it’s like. At the same time, we want to help our loved ones as best we’re able. And we want to say the right things.
What should I know about couples counseling?
Couples counseling can help improve the health and longevity of a relationship. During counseling, couples engage in therapy sessions and work with a trained therapist to address and resolve unproductive issues within their relationship.
Unhealthy Ways to Deal with Anxiety
Anxiety is a common emotional response. We all experience anxiety to different degrees throughout our lives. The workplace, personal relationships, and significant life changes can all trigger anxiety.
Depression – Steps for helping loved ones in need
It is estimated that 20 million adults in America have had at least one major episode of depression. It stands to reason that millions of Americans are in loving relationships with these partners that suffer from depression. And, because we love them, we want to help them. But how?
Why is college so stressful?
Truth is that college can be stressful. Let’s take a quick look at some of the most common reasons why students struggle with stress, anxiety, and even depression during their college years.