Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy approach that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences, particularly Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This unique therapy involves recalling a traumatic memory while simultaneously engaging in bilateral stimulation, such as rapid eye movements back and forth. This combination is believed to help the brain process and re-code the traumatic memory, reducing its emotional impact and associated distress.

During an EMDR session, the therapist guides the individual through a series of steps, including recalling the traumatic memory, engaging in bilateral stimulation, and processing the associated emotions. This process aims to help individuals resolve unprocessed traumatic memories and alleviate the distress associated with them.