Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a innovative psychotherapy technique designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories, as well as to address everyday challenges and stressors in children.

How EMDR Works:

EMDR therapy involves the child recalling traumatic or distressing experiences in brief doses while the therapist directs their eye movements. This process helps lessen the emotional impact of the memories and alleviate the associated symptoms.

Benefits for Children with Complex Trauma:

Trauma and PTSD Symptoms: EMDR effectively treats symptoms stemming from traumatic events.

Anxiety and Panic Attacks: Reduces various forms of anxiety, including specific fears.

Depression: Aids in alleviating depressive symptoms linked to trauma.

Behavioural Issues: Supports addressing behavioural problems rooted in past trauma.

Self-Esteem Issues: Improves self-esteem by processing traumatic memories.

Attachment Disorders: Beneficial for children with attachment issues related to early traumas.

Addressing Everyday Challenges:

Mild to Moderate Stressors: Helps cope with school pressures, bullying, or family conflicts.

Grief and Loss: Effective in processing feelings of grief.

Low-Level Anxiety: Offers relief for general anxieties or specific fears.

Adjustment Difficulties: Assists children struggling with life changes.

Self-Confidence Issues: Boosts self-esteem in facing social or academic challenges.

Building Resilience: Proactively builds emotional resilience.

EMDR is a evidence based, trauma informed and effective therapy for treating a wide range of issues, from complex trauma to normal life experiences, supporting the mental and emotional well-being of children and guiding them towards a balanced and resilient future.