EMDR Therapy in Roswell, GA

Overview of EMDR

Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy widely used to treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma. It has helped millions of people around the world find relief from painful memories. At its heart, EMDR therapy is based on the idea that our brains are naturally wired to heal, much like our bodies. Sometimes, however, overwhelming experiences, such as accidents, abuse, loss, or chronic stress, can leave us “stuck,” struggling with feeling anxious, on edge, or triggered long after the event has passed.

EMDR therapy helps to gently unlock those memories so they can be processed in a healthier way. EMDR was developed in the late 1980s by psychologist Francine Shapiro, who discovered that certain eye movements seemed to reduce the emotional charge of upsetting thoughts. She created the approach to help trauma survivors and went on to research its effectiveness.

Today, EMDR is recognized by major health organizations as a highly effective treatment for PTSD and is also used for anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, and performance blocks. Many people find it empowering because it does not require talking through every detail of a painful experience, offering a compassionate and hopeful path toward healing.