EMDREye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy that was developed to treat symptoms resulting from traumatic experiences. In some studies it has been shown to be equivalent to cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapies, and more effective than some alternative treatments. EMDR integrates elements of imaginal exposure, cognitive therapy, psychodynamic and somatic therapies, and it uses the unique element of bilateral stimulation (e.g. moving the eyes back and forth).
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