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Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy

What is EDMR Theraphy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.

Repeated studies show that by using EMDR therapy people can experience the benefits of psychotherapy that once took years to make a difference. It is widely assumed that severe emotional pain requires a long time to heal. EMDR therapy shows that the mind can in fact heal from psychological trauma much as the body recovers from physical trauma. When you cut your hand, your body works to close the wound. If a foreign object or repeated injury irritates the wound, it festers and causes pain. Once the block is removed, healing resumes. EMDR therapy demonstrates that a similar sequence of events occurs with mental processes. The brain's information processing system naturally moves toward mental health. If the system is blocked or imbalanced by the impact of a disturbing event, the emotional wound festers and can cause intense suffering. Once the block is removed, healing resumes. Using the detailed protocols and procedures learned in EMDR therapy training sessions, clinicians help clients activate their natural healing processes.

EMDR Therapy
EMDR Therapy

More than 30 positive controlled outcome studies have been done on EMDR therapy. Some of the studies show that 84%-90% of single-trauma victims no longer have post-traumatic stress disorder after only three 90-minute sessions. Another study, funded by the HMO Kaiser Permanente, found that 100% of the single-trauma victims and 77% of multiple trauma victims no longer were diagnosed with PTSD after only six 50-minute sessions.

In another study, 77% of combat veterans were free of PTSD in 12 sessions. There has been so much research on EMDR therapy that it is now recognized as an effective form of treatment for trauma and other disturbing experiences by organizations such as the American Psychiatric Association, the World Health Organisation, and the Department of Defence.

Given the worldwide recognition as an effective treatment of trauma, you can easily see how EMDR therapy would be effective in treating the "everyday" memories that are the reason people have low self-esteem, feelings of powerlessness, and all the myriad problems that bring them in for therapy. Over 100,000 clinicians throughout the world use the therapy. Millions of people have been treated successfully over the past 25 years.

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How Intrepid Can Help You

How Intrepid Counselling Can Help?

At Intrepid Counselling, I understand the complexities of trauma and its impact on every aspect of your life. I'm a compassionate counsellor trained in trauma-informed approaches, including EMDR, to help you navigate your healing journey.

With personalised support and evidence-based techniques, I empower you to overcome trauma and thrive.

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    Personalised Counselling Approach:

    Tailored counseling sessions designed to address your unique needs, goals, and experiences.

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    Trauma-Informed Techniques:

    Utilisation of evidence-based approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help process and integrate traumatic memories.

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    Strengths-Based Support:

    Empowerment-focused counselling helps you recognise and build upon your inherent strengths and resilience.

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    Holistic Healing Strategies:

    Incorporation of holistic modalities and practices to support your emotional, mental, and physical well-being.

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    Long-Term Recovery Planning:

    Collaborative development of a comprehensive treatment plan aimed at fostering long-term healing and growth.

MY PROCESS

Navigating Your Healing Journey

My trauma counselling process begins with an initial consultation to understand your unique needs and goals. From there, I develop a personalized treatment plan to support your healing journey. Through individual counselling sessions, we work together to process your trauma, build resilience, and restore a sense of hope and empowerment.

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Initial Consultation

Begin with an in-depth initial consultation to understand your unique needs, concerns, and goals for therapy

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Assessment and Goal Setting

Conduct a comprehensive assessment to identify specific trauma-related symptoms and develop personalized treatment goals.

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Therapeutic Intervention

Engage in evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), or mindfulness-based techniques, to address trauma symptoms and promote healing.

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Ongoing Support & Monitoring

Provide ongoing support and guidance, throughout the therapeutic process to track progress, adjust treatment strategies as needed, and ensure your continued growth and well-being.

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