Why EMDR actually works

Episode 24 introduces EMDR as a structured therapeutic procedure used especially in trauma work. We explore Francine Shapiro’s discovery, the adaptive information processing model, and the idea that traumatic experiences may remain unprocessed when the system becomes overwhelmed.The episode walks through the EMDR protocol, including target selection, desensitisation, positive belief installation, body scan, closure, and re-evaluation. It also looks at some of the questions and controversy around EMDR, including whether the therapeutic effect comes from bilateral stimulation, working memory taxation, suggestion, therapist skill, or a combination of factors.🎧 Subscribe now and master the art of communication in therapy. Learn more about CPD-accredited, in-person training at Treatment Works: https://treatmentworks.co.za/links