EMDR Therapists Archives

The Role of Advanced Resourcing for Addictions & Compulsions in EMDR Therapy

Gerard Ilaria, LCSW shares how EMDR’s resourcing phase can help create adaptive emotional resources for clients with addictive behaviors.

Comparing the effectiveness of desensitization through eye movement and reprocessing with cognitive therapy based on mindfulness on sleep quality in people with primary insomnia (Medical Journal of Mashad University of Medical Sciences)

This study compared the effectiveness of EMDR therapy with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on sleep quality in patients with insomnia.

Effectiveness of psychological interventions in reducing post-traumatic stress among post-myocardial infarction patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis (European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing)

This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to evaluate the effectiveness of psychological interventions including EMDR therapy on PTSD, anxiety, and depression in post-myocardial infarction (MI) patients.

EMDR interventions in refugees and asylum seekers: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy)

This review analyses the efficacy of EMDR in reducing PTSD in refugees or asylum seekers using randomized controlled studies (RCTs).

Navigating Political Changes and Complex Situations in EMDR Therapy

EMDRIA members Liliana Baylon and Viviana Urdaneta Melo use perception and perspective as a lens to navigate political and cultural changes.

Preliminary efficacy of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing for children aged 1.5-8 years with PTSD: A multiple baseline experimental design (N=19) (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)

This study assessed the efficacy of EMDR therapy for improving PTSD symptoms, behavioral and emotional problems in young children aged 1.5–8 years, and parenting stress in their parents.

Effectiveness of an intensive outpatient treatment programme combining prolonged exposure and EMDR therapy for adolescents and young adults with PTSD in a naturalistic setting (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)

This study assessed the results of a six-day intensive outpatient trauma-focused treatment programme for young individuals (12-25 years) with PTSD, utilizing EMDR therapy, prolonged exposure, social supports, and physical activity.

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD (Journal of Psychiatry Research Reviews & Reports)

A literature review exploring the theoretical foundations, mechanisms, clinical efficacy, and broader applications of EMDR therapy for PTSD.

Optimization of video stimuli parameters in EMDR therapy using artificial neural networks for enhanced treatment efficacy (Applied Sciences)

This study addresses the gap between the proven efficacy of EMDR in alleviating symptoms of depression and stress, but a remaining need for optimized parameters for video stimuli such as speed, distance, and size.

Post-traumatic stress disorder: Evolving conceptualization and evidence, and future research directions (World Psychiatry)

This paper reviews the evolving concepts of PTSD, complex PTSD, treatment strategies including EMDR therapy, and interventions across time-limited settings and cultural contexts.

A randomised controlled trial of eye movement desensitization and re-processing (EMDR) in forensic services and in prison (Medicine, Science and the Law)

This article in Medicine, Science and the Law journal has no abstract.

Healing the Mind: Exploring EMDR Therapy for Young Adults

This episode focuses on how EMDR therapy can help young adults navigate the complexities of mental health, such as anxiety and depression.

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