WHAT HAPPENS BEFORE EMDR BEGINS?
EMDR therapy doesn’t necessarily begin with processing difficult memories right away. Before beginning EMDR, your therapist will spend time getting to know you, understanding what brings you to therapy and discussing what you hope to gain from treatment.
This early part of the process helps your therapist understand your history, current concerns, coping resources and readiness for EMDR while creating a treatment plan that reflects your individual needs.
Understand Your Needs
Discuss your experiences, current concerns and goals for therapy.
Build Preparation & Resources
Develop strategies and resources that can support you throughout the therapeutic process.
Create an Individualized Plan
Together, you and your therapist determine whether EMDR is appropriate and how it may fit into your treatment.
here is no need to rush the process. Preparation is an important part of EMDR therapy and can look different for each person.
What Does Online EMDR Look Like?
EMDR can be provided through secure telehealth, allowing you to participate in therapy from a private, comfortable location while remaining connected with your therapist throughout the session.
Your therapist will guide you through each part of the process and explain how bilateral stimulation will be used during your online sessions. Depending on your individual treatment plan, this may involve guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation that can be facilitated remotely.
Your Private Space
Choose a private location where you can participate without interruptions and feel comfortable engaging in the session.
Therapist Guided Process
You remain connected with your therapist throughout the appointment. Your therapist provides instructions, monitors your responses and adjusts the process as needed.
Bilateral Stimulation Online
Your therapist will explain and guide the bilateral stimulation method being used so that it can be incorporated appropriately into your virtual session.