EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an advanced psychotherapy method designed to process traumatic memories and eliminate emotional blocks. During EMDR sessions, the client focuses on the traumatic event and performs specific eye movements or other types of stimulation that help stimulate brain activity and re-evaluate negative emotions associated with past events.
*** The method was developed in the USA in 1987 by Francine Shapiro.
Recognized as effective and recommended for use by the following international organizations: "World Health Organization" In 2013, he recommended EMDR as the most effective treatment for post-traumatic stress in adults, children and adolescents. "National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence" (Great Britain) In 2005, it was recognized as a scientifically proven method of treating stress disorders in the adult population. "American Psychiatric Association" (USA) Since 2004, he has been recommending the use of EMDR therapy as a highly effective and rapid treatment method for severe emotional trauma. "US Department of Defense" and "US Department of Veterans Affairs" In 2004, EMDR was recognized as the most effective method for psychological stress relief in the higher category. National Mental Health Council (Israel) Since 2002, it has been recognized as effective in restoring the mental health of people who have survived a terrorist attack, hostage-taking or terrorist attack. |