How Do I Know If It’s Right For Me?
There are a number factors to consider when evaluating the appropriateness of EMDR therapy for a client’s particular situation and history. During your initial consultation with a trained EMDR therapist, all the relevant factors will be discussed in full to help you both come to a decision to move forward with EMDR.
In general though, you are a good candidate for the EMDR technique if you have….
- …difficulty trusting people
- …fear of being alone
- …lack of motivation
- …anxiety or panic
- …frequent feelings of guilt or shame
- …poor concentration or memory
- …explosive or irrational anger
- …trouble sleeping
- …nightmares
- …worrying or brooding
- …poor self-image
- …serious relationship problems
- …stage fright or performance anxiety
- …obsessive or compulsive behavior
- …chronic feelings of detachment
- …extreme, unexplainable fears
- …bad temper
- …depression or disturbing thoughts
- …a history of abuse, or sexual abuse
- …been the victim of a crime or serious accident
- …witnessed a crime or serious accident
- …been through a natural disaster
- …ever experienced a traumatic event