Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the 1990s, EMDR works by activating the brain’s natural ability to process distressing memories. By recalling an unprocessed traumatic experience while engaging in bilateral eye movements, the brain can reprocess the memory, reducing its emotional intensity and transforming how it is stored.

EMDR follows a highly structured approach, developed by the EMDR Institute, and requires extensive training and supervision for therapists to practice. This evidence-based method is widely used to treat PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges, offering lasting relief where other therapies may fall short.