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EMDR for Grief

10 Sep 2026

EMDR can be used to work with specific painful memories, thoughts, feelings, guilt, regret, and reminders connected to grief. This article explains how EMDR may focus on the parts of a loss that remain especially emotionally charged without removing the meaning of the relationship or the grieving pr
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EMDR for Depression

10 Sep 2026

EMDR is used with people experiencing depression, especially when distressing memories, losses, current triggers, or negative self-beliefs remain emotionally significant. This article explains what EMDR may focus on, how negative beliefs can connect to past experiences, what the research says, and w
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Can EMDR Make Things Worse Before They Get Better?

09 Sep 2026

EMDR does not require things to feel worse before they improve. This article explains why difficult emotions can briefly feel more noticeable during a session, why reactions vary from person to person, and why emotional intensity is not a measure of whether EMDR is working.
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Virtual EMDR vs. Traditional EMDR

09 Sep 2026

Virtual EMDR and traditional therapist-guided EMDR use the same general EMDR framework but differ in how sessions are delivered. This article compares guidance, scheduling, pacing, privacy, access, bilateral stimulation, and cost to help readers understand the practical differences between the two f
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How to Choose What to Focus on During EMDR

27 Aug 2026

Choosing what to focus on during EMDR involves identifying a specific memory, current trigger, thought, feeling, body sensation, or future concern you want to work on. In EMDR, this starting point is often called a target. You do not need a complete or vivid memory to begin, and your focus can chang
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How Many EMDR Sessions Do You Need?

27 Aug 2026

There is no single number of EMDR sessions that everyone needs. Some people work on a specific concern over a smaller number of sessions, while others use EMDR over a longer period or for several different concerns. How many sessions someone uses can depend on what they're working on, their goal
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How Long Does EMDR Take to Work?

27 Aug 2026

The time it takes for EMDR to work varies from person to person. Some people notice changes after a few sessions, while others take longer. The timeline can depend on what you're working on, your goals, and how often you choose to do sessions.
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What Happens During an EMDR Session?

27 Aug 2026

During an EMDR session, you briefly focus on a specific memory, thought, feeling, or body sensation while following bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, alternating sounds, or taps. You remain fully awake, conscious, and in control throughout the process, and can pause or step away w
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Is EMDR Safe?

27 Aug 2026

EMDR is widely recognized as a safe, non-invasive treatment. You remain awake and aware throughout the process and can pause or stop whenever needed. While focusing on distressing memories may bring up uncomfortable thoughts or feelings, you remain in control throughout the session.
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Is EMDR Effective?

27 Aug 2026

EMDR is an evidence-based treatment with particularly strong research support for PTSD and trauma-related symptoms. Studies have found that EMDR can produce outcomes comparable to trauma-focused CBT, and major health organizations recognize it as an effective treatment.
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How Does EMDR Work?

27 Aug 2026

EMDR combines bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, with focused attention on a distressing memory. This structured process is designed to help memories feel less vivid or emotionally intense over time. EMDR has a substantial evidence base, particularly for PTSD, while researchers con

Aftermath: Coping With Trauma and Grief After a Mass Shooting

15 Apr 2021

Mass shootings leave in their wake tremendous emotional and mental aftermath for survivors, families and communities. How can communities and individuals heal from the trauma and grief?
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