What is Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)?

• Processing traumatic memories and resolving traumatic experiences
• Reducing emotional distress, anxiety and negative beliefs
• Alleviating flashbacks, nightmares and hypervigilance
• Desensitizing phobias, triggers or fears of an object or situation
• Managing depression and unprocessed emotions
• Regulating emotions and learning new ways of responding to activation points
• Improving self-esteem or self-image
• Grief, regrets, unexpressed feelings or unresolved emotions related to loss
• Forgiveness and communication in relationships
• Gaining insights such as greater self-awareness, knowledge of new perspectives, or a sense of personal power and inner peace

While every circumstance and person is unique, EMDR follows an 8-step protocol that is geared to treating the root cause of emotional distress.

1. At Bliss, we believe your counselling should be as unique as you are. We’ll begin by getting you matched with the perfect therapist for you.
2. Then, you’ll get started with your initial session. During this appointment (virtual or in-person), you’ll connect with your therapist and share your current situation, what you’re currently struggling with and where you’d like to grow.
3. From here, you and your therapist will begin following EMDR protocols. You’ll work together to explore and understand your emotions, thoughts, and traumatic experiences. After each session, you may leave feeling a sense of relief as you alleviate emotional burdens and a change in perspective.