EMDR therapy in Guelph
EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy are among the approaches Kate may draw on for trauma, offered virtually across Ontario.
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured form of psychotherapy used to help people process distressing or traumatic memories. In a session, you briefly bring a difficult memory to mind while following a form of bilateral stimulation — most often gentle side-to-side eye movements.
EMDR was developed by psychologist Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s and follows an eight-phase protocol. It is used internationally in the treatment of post-traumatic stress, and is included in the treatment guidelines of organizations such as the World Health Organization.
What is ART?
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a related, more recent approach that also uses back-and-forth eye movements within a structured session. It was developed by Laney Rosenzweig in 2008 and draws on techniques found in EMDR and other established therapies. Like EMDR, it is used to help people work through traumatic or upsetting experiences.
How these fit into working together
EMDR and ART are approaches used within therapy, not a separate programme you sign up for. For those who have experienced trauma, Kate may incorporate eye movement-based approaches such as EMDR and ART, tailored to what each person needs. Whether they're a good fit is something you decide together.
Because this kind of work benefits from unhurried time, it is often done within a 75-minute Extended Session. If you're new to EMDR, or simply unsure whether it's right for you, a free 15-minute consultation is a good place to start.