What is EMDR Therapy, and How Does EMDR Work for Trauma?

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Okay, we’ll be honest—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) does sound a little strange if you’re not in the mental health field. Eye movements? Trauma healing? How does that even work? You’re not alone in wondering! Let’s break it down step by step, in a way that makes sense and feels approachable. What Exactly Is … Read more