EMDR therapy, short for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a powerful approach to treating trauma and helping people heal from the deep emotional wounds caused by traumatic experiences. Unlike traditional talk therapy, which often involves retelling and analyzing painful past events, EMDR therapy sessions use bilateral stimulation techniques—such as guided eye movement, tapping, or sound—to activate the brain’s natural ability to heal. This process helps reduce the emotional charge of distressing memories, allowing them to be reprocessed in a way that feels safer and more manageable.
