EMDR therapy is proven to reduce symptoms of chronic depression.
Studies have shown extremely promising results for acute, chronic, and complex trauma victims who undergo EMDR. EMDR therapy helps significantly reduce symptoms of PTSD after an average of six 50-minute therapy sessions. It is important to note that EMDR therapy is individualized to the person, and response to EMDR therapy will differ, so always check in with your clinician if you have questions.
If you are going to go through an EMDR consultation to help deal with your trauma, you need to know what to expect. Today, we’ll tell you how to make the most of your EMDR consultation so that it’s as effective as possible.
What to Expect from EMDR Consultation
First of all, it’s important to understand EMDR in general. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy uses bilateral stimulation to engage both sides of the brain in order to release any blocks in the neural pathways.
When you go in for a consultation, you won’t necessarily start EMDR sessions right away. You’ll spend one or more appointments going over treatment planning and preparing you for what’s to come.
This can be an intense process, so building rapport with your therapist is important. If you don’t gel with your therapist, it’s important to find someone else that you’re comfortable with.
Finding the Support You Need
Because EMDR therapy can be an intense process, it’s beneficial to have a support system and coping skills to utilize outside of your therapy sessions.
If you’re feeling stress or anxious, being able to call someone or utilizing coping strategies will help you cope until your next session.
Give Yourself Extra Self-Care
To make the most of EMDR, you need to be able to de-stress. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to take on a healthy lifestyle. Do something physical, whether it’s a nature walk or a trip to the gym. Physical activity is a great way to release stress.
The other thing to do is try meditating. This small activity can help you create new neuronal pathways in the brain. If you can do this, you can learn to cope with whatever you learn about yourself in EMDR.
Book an EMDR Consultation Today
If you experience chronic depression, anxiety, or PTSD, EMDR therapy can help. Finding the right therapist to go into this experience with is so important, so make sure you take your time and don’t jump into anything you’re not comfortable with.
The Braden Counselling Center has various locations around Northern Illinois. To book an EMDR consultation with one of our qualified therapists, don’t hesitate to contact us today.