EMDR

The originator of EMDR, Francine Shapiro, Ph.D. has noted that emotional roadblocks and poor relationship choices may be the result of unprocessed emotions. Our experiences affect our inner world and come to govern our reactions to situations in the persons we encounter. Networks of memories form in the unconscious mind which determine how the brain interprets the world and how we feel about ourselves.

Unprocessed emotions often lead to emotional disturbance, negative self-beliefs and physical reactions. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) targets these unprocessed memories and helps to reactivate the brain so that the past can be processed and updated. Habitual responses and feelings can be transformed and released in order to help the person make better choices for their future.

In my many years of psychology practice I have found EMDR to be one of the most effective therapies available. It has been studied and found to be effective in numerous scientific studies. My experience finds
that it can help to free us from negative influences from the past and in some cases can be truly transformational.