CHRISTINE GLOVER, EMDR therapist
We are living through difficult times.
The Pandemic has affected us all. For some it has highlighted traumatic issues that were always present, and for others, experiences occurring during the pandemic may have resulted in direct trauma.
This website provides an introduction to EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and the processes involved in this highly-effective treatment. It also outlines the services I offer.
To gain greater understanding of how you might benefit from EMDR a phone call may be the best first step.
“EMDR is recommended by the NHS as an effective treatment for single event trauma, complex trauma and PTSD“
A bit about trauma.
Most of the time, our bodies routinely manage new information and experiences without us being aware of it. However, when something out of the ordinary occurs, we are traumatised by an overwhelming event, or repeatedly subjected to distress, our natural coping mechanism can become overloaded. This can result in things remaining “frozen" in our brains, or being ‘unprocessed’. This means that they can be continually re-stimulated .
Often the memory itself is long forgotten, but the painful feelings, such as anxiety, panic, anger, or despair are continually triggered in the present. It becomes impossible to live in the present and learn from new experiences.
“I offer EMDR therapy in order to help your mind heal naturally, just like your body.”
EMDR is a treatment for psychological trauma recommended by many national and international associations, including the NHS.
Arriving at a time of crisis in one’s personal life, mental health, family or work situation is often what makes people look outside their immediate environment for a source of help. Such crises may arrive suddenly, out of the blue, or build up over time. You might also be wanting support to avoid reaching crisis point, to process past events, or to deal with things that are happening in your life now. The right kind of therapy at the right time can help to solve problems, work through difficulties, and support you at challenging times.
EMDR is a treatment for psychological trauma recommended by many national and international associations, including the NHS. It is effective for single event trauma, complex trauma and PTSD.
With the right support, natural resilience usually allows recovery in days or weeks.
RESEARCH
A great deal of research has been done into EMDR and numerous randomized controlled trials published resulting in its inclusion in national and international guidelines for trauma treatment.
The American Psychiatric Association
The International Association for Traumatic Stress Studies
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
The UK Psychological Trauma Society
The World Health Organisation
