EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing. It is a structured psychological therapy developed to help people process distressing experiences that continue to feel active in the present.
A difficult memory may be in the past, yet reminders can trigger strong emotions, physical reactions or negative beliefs. EMDR aims to support the brain’s natural processing so the memory can become less overwhelming.
The memory is not erased. Instead, it may become easier to recall without feeling as though the event is happening again.
