How EMDR for Complex PTSD Can Help You Heal
Living with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) can feel like carrying an invisible weight that no one else seems to understand.
It’s not just the memories of what happened—it’s the emotional rollercoaster, the constant feeling of being “too much” or “not enough,” and the deep longing of wanting connection but feeling afraid to trust.
What is EMDR Therapy? An EMDR Therapist Breaks it Down
While traditional talk therapy is great for understanding why you feel this way, sometimes you need something that speaks directly to your body's stress response, especially if you are someone who has experienced trauma.
That's where EMDR comes in.
Can EMDR Help with Eating Disorders?
While traditional therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) have been the cornerstone of treatment for many, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is gaining attention for its potential to address the traumatic roots of disordered eating.
What are the 8 stages of EMDR?
EMDR works by leveraging the brain's natural ability to process and integrate traumatic memories. When someone experiences a traumatic event, the memory of that event can become "stuck". This often causes nervous system dysregulation and ongoing distressing symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, and heightened anxiety.