EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing – a structured, evidence-based psychotherapy proven to help people of all ages recover from PTSD, Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), and the difficult symptoms they bring, such as flashbacks, nightmares, distressing thoughts, and hypervigilance.
EMDR works by helping the brain process and ‘unstick’ traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact and allowing healing to take place. Backed by clinical research and recommended by NICE in the UK, EMDR is one of the most effective treatments available for trauma recovery.
Click on the blocks below to explore more about what EMDR is, how it works, how effective it is, what to expect in a session, how many sessions you might need, what to know before starting, as well as how EMDR can support children and those living with C-PTSD.
What is EMDR?
Find out how Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) works – and how this evidence-based therapy can help you process trauma and move towards recovery from PTSD and C-PTSD.
What is Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)?How effective is EMDR?
Discover how effective EMDR can be for treating PTSD and C-PTSD – with research-backed results that offer hope, healing, and a path forward.
How effective is EMDR?What happens in an EMDR session?
Find out what to expect in an EMDR session – from the structure and techniques used to how your therapist will support you through each step of the healing process.
What happens in an EMDR therapy session?Things to know before starting EMDR therapy
Get prepared for EMDR therapy – discover what to expect, how it works, and how to feel safe and supported as you begin your healing journey.
Things to know before starting EMDR therapyHow does EMDR work?
Learn how EMDR works to help reprocess traumatic memories – and how this unique therapy can reduce distress and support recovery from PTSD and C-PTSD.
How does EMDR work?EMDR in children
Discover how EMDR can support children and young people with PTSD and C-PTSD – helping them process trauma safely and gently, in a way that’s tailored to their age and needs.
EMDR for childrenEMDR for C-PTSD
Explore how EMDR can be adapted to support recovery from Complex PTSD – helping to process long-term or repeated trauma with care, safety, and compassion.
EMDR for Complex PTSDEMDR Case Studies
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