If you have been researching therapy for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or distressing memories, you have likely come across EMDR. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is one of the most rigorously researched, evidence-based therapies available today, and it is particularly effective for individuals who have experienced trauma or adverse life events. What Is EMDR? EMDR is a structured therapy that helps people process distressing memories stored in ways that keep triggering