Psychological Trauma
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is Exposure to an extreme stressor, such as:
• Witnessing a traumatic event
• Sudden unexpected death of a loved one
• Serious accident or natural disaster
• Marital betrayal/divorce
EMDR
Stands for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing.
It is a revolutionary treatment for the rapid and lasting relief from PTSD and psychological trauma symptoms.
Problems treated using EMDR therapy
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Flashbacks
Nightmares
Sleep disorder
Adjustment disorder
Grief and bereavement
Depression
Panic attacks
Anxiety attacks
Phobias
Addictions
Substance abuse
Self harm
Performance anxiety
World wide recognition
I am a fully accredited clinical EMDR Practitioner.
My accrediting body EMDR UK and Ireland is part of EMDR Europe Association. It has over 20,000 members across 26 countries making it by far the largest organisation for the treatment of psychological trauma.
EMDR is recognised world wide by the medical profession because it is an extremely successful procedure which does not use drugs or hypnosis.
EMDR is an excellent and effective treatment for the lasting reduction of symptoms following psychological trauma and PTSD.
The NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR CLINICAL EXCELLENCE GUIDELINES in UK recommends EMDR psychotherapy for the treatment of Post traumatic stress.
How EMDR can transform you
Increase motivation
Develop your natural strengths and resources
Gain strength from your painful or challenging life and work experiences
Enhance confidence
Find a sense of peacefulness and calmness
Experience insight to develop your resilience for the future
EMDR is quick and effective
There are 4 main stages in EMDR therapy:
1) I will assess your psychological problem and check if you are ready for treatment. If so I will design you a treatment plan.
2) COPING SKILLS TRAINING. I will work with you to develop your coping skills to handle emotional distress and prepare you for the treatment.
3) THE EMDR TREATMENT. You will be in a comfortable chair or treatment couch. I use a light bar, headphones and hand sensors. The process of desensitisation removes associations associated with the traumatic memory.
4) REVIEW & ADJUSTMENT THERAPY. I will assess treatment progress and plan throughout.
EMDR is very quick and effective. The number of sessions you need will depend on your problem. Most people need 12 EMDR sessions.
Should I have EMDR therapy?
Dr Eileen Feeney can assess and diagnose, offer advice and medical treatment. Michelle Calvert can assess and complete your Psychological trauma treatment plan.
Ask your GP for advice and details.
