EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing
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EMDR
How it works
EMDR therapy has eight phases of treatment and the goal is to work towards processing disturbing memories, which allows people to reframe any negative beliefs developed from these disturbing experiences. It reduces the intensity of symptoms and triggers, and helps people cope with everyday life. One of the most unique components of the treatment is the bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements from side-to-side. Bilateral stimulation activates the brain in a way that helps store the memory in a different part of your brain where the memories become distant and the emotional distress reduces. The bilateral stimulation is only one part of the treatment, and this eight-phase model can take different lengths of time, depending on your circumstances. Some people require more preparation than others and some memories resolve in a single session, sometimes it takes a few sessions.
We are offering EMDR - Intensives
CSC is now offering EMDR intensives, both online and in person(Daylesford Victora)
Helping you heal
EMDR is effective for
Performance anxiety
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Sexual assault
Sleep disturbance
Substance abuse and addiction
Trauma and stress-related issues
Violence and abuse
Anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias
Chronic Illness and medical issues
Depression and bipolar disorders
Dissociative disorders
Eating disorders
Grief and loss
Pain
how we can work with you
Service delivery information
Telehealth Consultation
We send you a link via email to connect with us on Zoom, Microsoft Teams or via phone.
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In Person
We offer EMDR in person sessions in Daylesford and Brunswick
Our Daylesford office currently only offers EMDR-Intensives
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Wanting to speak to someone about EMDR?
If you are interested in EMDR, we will guide you through some assessment questions to determine if this treatment is suitable for you.
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Further Reading and Information
Is an EMDR Intensive Right for You?
At Centre Self, we’re committed to offering therapeutic options that cater to your individual needs. One such option is our EMDR intensives, available at our Daylesford and Brunswick locations in Victoria. EMDR intensives are a highly focused form of treatment—a...
The Science Behind EMDR: Healing Trauma and Beyond
At Centre Self, we’re dedicated to providing therapies that truly make a difference. One such therapy that’s been gaining attention is Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Let’s explore the research and see how EMDR can be a...
What does it look like to build your resources
Recovering from trauma and attachment wounding is a unique and individual journey for everyone. The first step in trauma and attachment wounding recovery is ensuring that you can confidently manage distress and big emotions when they arise. How we do this in EMDR is...
EMDR is recognised and endorsed
Research indicates that EMDR therapy can lead to significant improvements in symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Studies have shown that EMDR is not only effective but also efficient, often providing relief in fewer sessions compared to other therapeutic methods.
Research Includes
Twenty-four randomized controlled trials support the positive effects of EMDR therapy in the treatment of emotional trauma and other adverse life experiences relevant to clinical practice.
Seven of 10 studies reported EMDR therapy to be more rapid and/or more effective than trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
Twelve randomized studies of the eye movement component noted rapid decreases in negative emotions and/or vividness of disturbing images, with an additional 8 reporting a variety of other memory effects.
Keen to know more – follow this link to find more EMDR research. (link to external site)
A more complete list of the research and frequently asked questions about EMDR. (link to external site)
EMDR is recognised and endorsed
- Medicare 2020
- World Health Organisation – 2013
- The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies – 2009
- National Health and Medical Research Council – 2007
- American Psychiatric Association – 2004
- US Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense – 2004
- Northern Ireland Department of Health – 2003
- Dutch Guidelines of Mental Health Care – 2003
- Clinical Division of the American Psychological Association – 1998
- Phoenix Australia – Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health
For more information about EMDR and its benefits, here are some helpful links.
What is EMDR? Learn the basics
What is an actual EMDR session like? Learn the 8 phases of treatment
Introductory video about EMDR
EMDR experts explain the benefits of EMDR
EMDR patients share their stories
An EMDR therapist shares her EMDR experience
Frequently asked questions about EMDR
