EMDR Therapy: Understanding Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing

Dr. Lukin, alongside Timothy Meyer, LCSW, presents a detailed exploration of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy in this video. They discuss how this innovative therapeutic modality is effectively used to identify and address past traumatic experiences, offering insights into its mechanisms and benefits.
EMDR therapy is a recognized and powerful approach for those struggling with the aftermath of trauma. It involves the use of eye movements to diminish the emotional impact of disturbing memories. This video provides an in-depth understanding of the principles behind EMDR, its process, and its effectiveness in treating trauma-related disorders, including PTSD.
Timothy Meyer, LCSW, brings his expertise to the table, explaining how EMDR facilitates the accessing and processing of traumatic memories, leading to improved emotional, mental, and physical health. The conversation is rich with examples and practical insights, making it an invaluable resource for both professionals and individuals interested in this field.
For more content from the Lukin Center, we invite you to subscribe to our podcast, 'Last Session of the Day,' available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Further, enhance your understanding of EMDR Therapy with recommended readings such as "The Body Keeps the Score" and "Getting Past Your Past" for general audiences, and "Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy" specifically for therapists. These resources are available through our Amazon affiliate links.
By engaging with our content and resources, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of EMDR therapy, its application, and how it's transforming the landscape of trauma treatment. Join us in this journey of discovery and healing.
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**Learn More About EMDR Therapy with these fantastic books:
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[@javieracosta5528]

For those that may be skeptical, I am currently doing EMDR and have been for 6 months. It has saved my life; literally. I had so much trauma in my life from repeated sexual abuse as a child and then vicarious trauma from over a decade in Law Enforcement. Before EMDR I would have constant thoughts of suicide and would have an extremely short temper. I realized that I never managed my PTSD for all the things I had seen and experienced. I’ll say it again. EMDR saved my life.

[@lukincenter]

I am so happy it was helpful! All the best to you

[@kelliepayne1380]

I’m so glad this has helped you and you’re still here on this earth with us. I’m about to start my therapy next week. I really hope I have the same success.

[@RURdy4It]

Someone sent me this video as a possible suggestion to look into... how did you find someone who does this kind of work? Is it a psychologist / therapist? I'm not sure how to hunt something like this down...

[@javieracosta5528]

RURdy4It I googled EMDR professional in my area and was fortunate enough to find a local company that had plenty of EMDR trained people on staff.

[@RURdy4It]

@@javieracosta5528 thank you!

[@jamimercer9530]

How can anyone focus on their trauma with those biceps

[@izzym.g.6640]

I LAUGHED OUT LOUD 😂😂😂

[@worthwoodyard2142]

Lmfao

[@Claudia-io1bu]

I was looking for that comment

[@christyl5481]

He knows exactly what he’s doing.

[@katrinanordyke7359]

LMAOOOO

[@galynneduly6556]

I came here to learn more about EMDR, stayed for the muscles and laughed at the comments. Cured!

[@danamaries1111]

Same

[@69MaxPower69]

Dude's upper body just cured my PTSD. But seriously I cannot recommend EMDR and CBT enough if you suffer from PTSD, OCD or even depression. Helps a LOT.

[@Aaron-cy6pu]

How many sessions or how long did it take? Thanks

[@69MaxPower69]

@@Aaron-cy6pu It depends, everyone is different. I can't say I'm fully healed yet but I'm in SUCH a better state than I was a month or two ago tbh

[@Vera-dg3hf]

how? like how did you feel? did the flashbacks get better?

[@69MaxPower69]

@@Vera-dg3hf It allowed me to bring the flashbacks in without getting emotional about them since my visuals were preoccupied...kinda hard to explain. But if you address them and acknowledge them it's almost healing and allows you to do so without being afraid. The tricky part is realizing they're just thoughts at that point that can no longer hurt you and to let them go. Overthinking anything can make the most mundane seem catastrophic.

[@Aaron-cy6pu]

GoodDaySir good to hear you’re so much better!! Would you recommend for anxiety? Thanks again

[@elliefoote3501]

I had EMDR a few years ago following several sexual assaults. It was just as painful as the literal event, but it saved me. It comepletly stopped the uninvited memories and thoughts that I was constantly bombarded by. It created a safe space in my brain which I can always go back to; it allowed me to move on and grow. And it’s what has inspired me to become a psychologist. I will forever be thankful to the psychologist I had.

[@lukincenter]

I am sorry to hear about your experiences, but glad that EMDR was helpful! Dr. Lukin

[@LisaMaryification]

I need that right now. It's just been a succession of flashbacks and the horrible feelings that come with it. I'm confounded because I had 15 years of therapy and thought I was okay. Life events have triggered them.

[@lucadiaz292]

@@LisaMaryification Similarly, day to day events can trigger my trauma. I have been in therapy for almost 1 year, and it has gotten better, but I’m still not done processing everything and I definitely still struggle with intrusive thoughts sometimes. I will definitely talk to my therapist about EMDR to start doing it with her. You should maybe considering doing the same. Remember that we are strong together . All the best

[@cynthiahillian]

YES.. It is almost as painful as the event and it was a bit scary... I honestly didn't feel like it was working.. but it worried extremely well... That's been almost 10 years ago.

[@oliviaallan285]

I just started EMDR for my SA and have hope it helps!

[@Empwer-sc8le]

He reminds me of Clark Kent (Superman)🤣☺️

[@TheFabricTeapot1]

I thought that 😂😂

[@JohnJohn-dx7ue]

I appreciate you putting in Superman in there, but if anyone in this planet doesn’t know Clark Kent, Diana Prince, or Bruce Wayne. I don’t want to meet them. Lol

[@garnetmuse]

Oh my God I was thinking the same thing from the beginning!!!

[@Mikayla21]

Mm yas! 🤤

[@rajeshwarsharma1716]

@@JohnJohn-dx7ue whose Diana Prince?

[@kaerunoo7172]

I had EMDR therapy for my trauma and it's crazy how effective it was, I benefited so much from it.

[@durango0690]

How many sessions did you do?

[@kaerunoo7172]

@@durango0690 once a week for almost 2 months, accompanied by normal therapy sessions for over a year.

[@ketnetty]

thank you for this comment. im waiting to get mine (corona is stoping me from doing it) and im putting all my hope into it. it helps to hear that it actually work.

[@maridelatorre9444]

Kinn Thoine my son was skeptical, but surprised with the entire process, it was helping him and he liked to therapy, but unfortunately do to no insurance, I was unable to continue to afford the sessions😏

[@kgs2280]

Kinn Thoine, I have just started doing it with video conferencing with my therapist over the phone. As your provider if they offer that.

[@MickeyDs-mp7yr]

EMDR therapy saved my life. Decades of abuse. I have tears of happiness as I watch this.

[@XxSherillaxX]

I start EMDR in 2 days and I’m ready! So tired of my traumas dictating my life.

[@whitneyjennings1767]

I hope it has gone well for you! I want to try emdr

[@phcuckser]

i love the "painful event" v. "trauma"

[@h.a.s.42]

I came here for eye muscles, I found only muscles.

[@terriclark5398]

I did EMDR therapy and it completely changed my life. After years of talk therapy I was changed in less than 3 months.

[@kariatkinson4731]

My EXACT experience as well

[@blueberrytv7971]

EMDR - replicating a REM state through following certain eye movements and thus processing / healing the traumatic memory that was rotting inside our mind

[@MaryDavidson911]

I see by the comments that it might be helpful to have a video next on how to control your sexual thoughts.

[@cpeacenlove]

😆😆😆

[@Yanayofficial]

😂😂

[@anonymouspeacefulperson6199]

@marydavidson or lack of sexual thoughts and labido due to trauma

[@peaknonsense2041]

Lol 😂

[@whatrtheodds]

😂😂😂

[@dwanreed]

I'm an EMDR therapist. Great synopsis on how EMDR works. I will be sharing with my clients.

[@lukincenter]

Thank you!

[@tinamalave250]

I start EMDR next week. Its suppose to help with PTSD that causes seizures

[@peaknonsense2041]

Have you had success with non-event trauma? By that I mean, abandonment issues?

[@rchambers1993]

Is it hypnosis?

[@Stacymc2012]

@@tinamalave250 hi Tina! I hope the therapy worked, and that you’re doing better. I have PTSD and PNES, - my ptsd also caused seizures, I used prolonged exposure therapy for mine, was it something you tried?

[@Foretelling]

This method of therapy was used to save my ex-girlfriend's life. She had been raped, and had severe PTSD and suicidal tendencies coming from it. It literally saved her life.

[@lukincenter]

I am sorry she had gone through a lot, and I am glad EMDR was helpful. Dr. Lukin

[@katryanaorange2092]

I'm sure he's flattered by the comments, but come on people! Stay professional! I'm sure you wouldn't say that in real life. EMDR IS A MIRACLE. Let's keep the focus on THAT. ✌🏼

[@lukincenter]

Thank you!

[@NS-xt5wv]

yes, I was hoping to read some comments from people who have already been through EMDR as I’m just starting it and instead all I see is thirsty comments 😒

[@charlotteknutsen7262]

Well said, for goodness sake!!

[@steveparker2938]

Just started therapy with EMDR and CBT. WOW! Trauma and events I've been holding onto and blaming myself over for years have all melted away. Yes, the memory is still there but it no longer has control over me or what I do or don't do. I feel lighter than I have in a very long time.

[@missiemaya]

EMDR is helping me connect so many dots from my life experiences. If you have a history of trauma, I'd give it a try.

[@lukincenter]

Glad to hear!

[@kindiz]

Currently going through this treatment, and it's like magic. You're just left sitting there like you have no idea what just happened inside you because it actually helps and you don't know what happened. I love that this exists! I think this will be my ticket back to living a normal life after being down and out for almost ten years before finding this treatment. If you have the opportunity, try it! It's not for everyone, but if it's for you, it is SO worth it!

[@SeethingSimp]

How was it overall?

[@picashlio3361]

I've never actually done EMDR in any of my therapies but I do believe it works. He said that the eye movement or bilateral stimulation helps us process the life event.. but I think it's more like it makes us reprocess in greater detail said life event. Likely when we experienced the problem there was no time to think consciously, there might have also been pain, fear... and we operated on autopilot. Looking back usually that pain or fear is all we see, but by adding another element that wasn't present then (the bilateral stimulation) it stops us from falling into the memory by grounding us in the present. It's the difference in living through a tornado and watching it frame by frame on TV while you have the remote.

[@lukincenter]

that is very accurate!

[@nicholasjones5995]

Really good insight!

[@lucadiaz292]

Beautiful last sentence. Wow. Thank you very much

[@reneeleighkaraoke]

Excellent explanation

[@ensignj3242]

Mmm auto pilot? Years ago after a horrible experience, I felt like I was on auto pilot for years. Wish I’d known about this years ago.

[@carolroe9586]

I am using EMDR with my therapist to process all the trauma from losing my husband of 32 years to covid. Two sessions so far and it seems helpful.

[@ceezee8496]

💜

[@honghuannguyen5544]

I just want to say please make more videos including him...

[@cynthiabustos585]

I love EMDR. this is the best choice I've made in my journey to healing and finding my self. it really is such a life changer. if you are looking to free yourself from traumatic events please consider this.

[@vanessahammond3829]

EMDR saved my life. Helped me heal trauma decades old.

[@Dove_360]

I really appreciate this interviewer stopping and clarifying what goes down, when the client it to speak and when. I find the process itself of emdr mysterious. Like what am I supposed to be doing? What memory do I start with? Does it have to be from childhood? What if I can’t think of the worst “part of the movie” and when the talking stops will you tell me to shut up? What am I supposed to be thinking about when I “go with that”? I honestly worry I won’t do it right. I’m a facts and information gal. I find my own therapists explanation to be vauge and I am nervous about our first session which is why I’m here. Okay I’m shutting up now.

[@lukincenter]

Jana, your reservations makes sense. You're trying to touch extremely vulnerable memories. We suggest making these concerns explicit to your therapist. You may need some time to build the trust.

[@lukincenter]

Unfortunately I cannot answer all of these questions to the degree of specificity that your therapist can and I encourage you to speak with them in depth about these questions! But, for some answers; you and your therapist will pick which memory to start with, it does not have to be from childhood, if you cannot think of the 'worst' part of the 'movie,' that is no problem- you would then start wherever you can, and when you 'go with it,' that basically means that you are following whatever train of thought you are on. It is hard to describe exactly what happens in regards to each of these questions, however an EMDR trained therapist should know exactly what to do and guide accordingly!

[@Dove_360]

@@lukincenter thanks for that. I think you are right. I’m not sure I do trust him. Emdr has such high praise and can be a game changer so seems, for me personally, to be a serious undertaking and big step. He offered it on our second session and i didn’t feel ready. Another detail was I was told that when recounting the actual memory I would be silent, not verbalizing them... which throws me off, I don’t have the confidence I will be thinking/ doing/ processing without professional guidance. This is a great video and thank you for the comments I really appreciate it.

[@Miracles999]

@@Dove_360 Hi Jana, look into EFT Tapping and Matrix Reimprinting by Karl Dawson. You can even do them yourself without a therapist. I am getting great results from them 👍

[@dannydel7280]

I’m about to start this . Honestly excited . I can’t live with this anymore . I am very happy for everyone’s recovery that I see :)

[@shaykitoff25]

Clark Kent and Lex Luther having a civil discussion. This is a good day.

[@gavinredeemed3519]

Great inteeview. The association with REM sleep was something I never heard mentioned before. Also hope you are keeping well during this time.

[@dnunziato36]

Thank you for this video and giving testimony to a healing modality that actually works!! It was life changing for me!!!

[@lukincenter]

I am glad! Dr. Lukin

[@zensbleexperience3470]

My new therapist recommended this and trauma therapy today I'm excited to get started!

[@FFRpie4thewin]

Delighted to have gained a fresh understanding about what EMDR is, and what a session entails. Phenomenal video

[@lukincenter]

Thank you! Dr. Lukin

[@crissycardwell3641]

The book “The Body Keeps The Score” by Bessel van der Kolk talks about treating his patients that brought great results. It sounds almost too good to be true and I realize it isn’t as simple as “moving your eyes around” there’s more involved. But it’s wonderful people are resolving their painful experiences this way!

[@lukincenter]

That book is also great! EMDR is just another way to work through trauma.

[@10xSmiles]

Day after Thanksgiving I will be having my first EMDR 70 min session. I am hoping for trauma healing stuck in my body that remains after divorce. PTSD is felt very deeply and would love for it to be over. ***update after 1st session*** WOW. We did eyes, but better was bilateral stimulation. 70 min and felt such Utter piece afterwards. Have my focus word and place. Definitely feel it has helped 2 days post. Another session in 2 weeks.

[@lukincenter]

EMDR is a very effective approach to deal with PTSD. I hope it is helpful for you KZDIYDesign.

[@10xSmiles]

@@lukincenter Thank you kindly. I have more understanding now with these videos and very hopeful for some relief.

[@michaelglaser1669]

Can you update afterwards? Would like to know if it was positive or not helpful

[@10xSmiles]

@@michaelglaser1669 definitely

[@thebravemind_hq1762]

The most important part is making sure the client is comfortable and feels safe enough to dive back into the exact moment that traumatised them. If the trauma is so strong to the point where replaying it causes more harm than good, then this will never work. I’m a life coach and I’ve helped clients with trauma, the most important thing is to provide a safe place to explore at a safe pace. 🙏🏾

[@fiercenarcopathfighter6453]

And here we have Clark Kent. The superman of PTSD🙂

[@millicentowens3435]

My same thoughts

[@lindalarsson1436]

I dont see the "S" through his shirt . 😂

[@brianajones489]

I enjoyed the questions that were asked, as well as the responses that was given. Before coming to this video I did not understand the synopsis of what EMDR is. With the help of this video I got to understand the viewpoint of EMDR. Thank You both

[@lukincenter]

I am glad it was helpful

[@SunsiasLove]

I looked into this cause my therapist thought about trying this and art

[@annieford3226]

Great production and explanation here. EMDR is such a great treatment, as a therapist here in the U.K. I have seen some great benefits for my clients. Working with difficult memories, traumatic events, anxiety and other issues it’s a helpful modality to support clients at many junctions and situations in life. Such a privilege to use this skill.

[@lukincenter]

Glad to hear; I agree with you it is a great approach

[@jessjones962]

Thank you for this, I've just found out EDMR is my next step in therapy and a video like this is super helpful, and has made me more hopeful rather than sceptical. Fingers crossed 🤞

[@lukincenter]

Happy to hear it was helpful! Dr. Lukin

[@babybonbon170]

I could not heal from anything with this man. I’d be constantly trying to pull my mind out of the gutter

[@Yanayofficial]

😂

[@jr-pv3te]

Hey there, I've been given the option of EMDR therapy in the future, and just wanted to say thank you for putting out such easily understood information.

[@lukincenter]

Glad it was helpful. Dr. Lukin

[@brendasantacruz611]

I did EMDR a few years ago, I am so thankful for it, worked on unprocessed trauma from childhood. It was so interesting to remember some details from the past that I had blocked, not to mention the dreams/nightmares as side effects connected to the process. Great work!

[@lukincenter]

Great that it was helpful!

[@hendkhaled9374]

Do the dreams ever get better? How long does it take to feel any effects? Two sessions and all I am having is horrible sleep. Trying to stay positive here.

[@lukincenter]

@@hendkhaled9374 generally yes, as you begin to process more and more of your trauma

[@ruchigarg751]

Loved it❤️❤️❤️

[@worthwoodyard2142]

Works so well

[@amydecker9049]

Good video to share with clients, thanks!

[@lukincenter]

Thank you!

[@jsb354]

I do EMDR in conjunction with mantra based meditation and deep breathing. I find this a completely relaxing experience which gives me a levelheadedness and tranquility I haven't found in any other way.

[@TBS2ing]

I found this very helpful as a psychology student! Thanks for the excellent video

[@lukincenter]

I am very glad. Dr. Lukin

[@stephaniebissett5719]

My psychiatrist recommended this to me today, this is very informative!

[@lukincenter]

Hope you give this a go!

[@JoloJolo-td8er]

I used do have to think about it, like really think about the painful moments, and then my therapist would move her fingers side to side and i would follow while thinking about it, and i was one of the first to use the bomb tecnice i think its called, which i did all of the above and i tapped my knees on both sides, always got so tired after it but it was worth it

[@Peanuts76]

i feel safe at this moment, i let go of control, i let go of fear, i let go of my past..... i relax my mind and be gratitude....

[@celuvka15]

Very helpful information

[@lukincenter]

Thank you S R! Dr. Lukin

[@Anew3A3]

He looks like he is seconds away from ripping his shirt.

[@zensbleexperience3470]

Oh the horror....😅😂😅😂😅😂I'll be right here waiting can we request a shirtless therapy version? 😁😁😁

[@christophermoran7429]

I reached out to a group today about this. I’ve been in CBT multiple times for multiple things in my life. This is the only thing I know to try now. My depression as anxiety are getting worse. I almost feel like I’m Bipolar. I hope it helps

[@misspatvandriverlady7555]

Did it?

[@Alicia-BG]

He should have not worn that shirt, I'll have to watch the video again because I couldn't focus on the Q&A. Thanks hunk 🤣

[@alondraacosta-mora6504]

just by listening to him i feel he is saying literally how i feel

[@TheTomiGunn]

Yeah, so true the breakdown of how EDMR works was crippling. Did not have head space to notice biceps anyway. I feel a sense of freedom just hearing there's something out there that works. The first helpful/ positive you tube comment strream I seen for a while ahha

[@alondraacosta-mora6504]

T G-side lol i am gonna start EMDR.I just really hope this works for me. Seems too easy to be truth. I am gonna be honest. It makes me feel like i am throwing my money to the trash. I just started yesterday. I have not gone deeper into it but each session (50 minutes) i have to pay. I just hope honestly this helps. I felt a little skeptical about it. will leave a comment about how it goes with me.

[@at8052]

@@alondraacosta-mora6504 hey girl did you end up liking it?

[@alondraacosta-mora6504]

@@at8052 i went for 10 sessions, then i decided to quit just cuz the therapist and me have different beliefs and when someone has different point of views or beliefs i don’t feel too much trust(i think she must leave her beliefs in her house), BUT the technique (EMDR)! was very helpful when u trust the process! I think my ptsd is 80% gone. I think it reduced tremendously my triggers. Now i still have some triggers but i don’t react to them and let them control me. So that is a good sign. I was very very VERY skeptical! I thought it was a joke emdr. It is weird but it works. I think your memory or brain start seeing the way through. After an intense trauma i was carrying for 1 year, i feel it is almost gone probably.

[@at8052]

@@alondraacosta-mora6504 thank you thank you thank you Chula for responding and sharing your experience.

[@bctad4562]

Sadly more therapists don't offer this because the course costs $1500 to $2000 usd and is about six days to complete. This guy teaches it perfectly in eleven minutes for free! Promote him and save a life

[@lukincenter]

Thank you for the kind words. Dr. Lukin

[@nicollevanderbilt3797]

I’ve been traumatized by his hawtness 🔥

[@storeymark]

I tried EMDR 23 years ago to help deal with childhood trauma. No success. Not effective at all. To me it seemed like a useless gimmicky therapy tool. Fast forward 23 years where my therapist tried it on me - totally different reaction! Amazing! Would anyone care to suggest why it worked on me last week and not 23 yearsago when I was 42 years old, desperately attempting to heal myself?

[@misspatvandriverlady7555]

If the trauma was too painful for you to revisit safely, or if you didn’t feel safe with the therapist, it wouldn’t work. My guess would be that you processed the trauma bit in the meantime and it became safer to fully dive into, and/or you feel safer with your current therapist.

[@TheCuttingBoardDawn]

EMDR has been suggested for me- this actually makes me more scared, which is probably not necessarily a bad thing.

[@lukincenter]

EMDR helps with painful events and trauma so that some discomfort is part of the journey. Dr. Lukin

[@Phyllyps-Levine]

SUBSCRIBED!

[@globalcitizenn]

I will try this.. hopefully it will help me.. my life has come to a standstill after the death of my father from covid in the Delta wave of the pandemic when everyone was locked down & no one could come help us.. the hospital wouldn’t let us visit and my father was cremated alone.. no funeral, no visits from family afterward.. everyone was terrified of covid.. I had to manage everything alone.. I put my emotions aside & functioned coz there was no time to grieve & no one to grieve with but now am unable to come back to normal.. my body is still stuck in that crisis mode

[@fintan3563]

I started EMDR therapy today. It happened just as this guy describes. Not a lot of talking and reporting the emotion or feeling. (2/21)

[@lukincenter]

Fintan, did you find the initial session helpful?

[@fintan3563]

Yes, I think I did. I am hopeful.

[@lukincenter]

@@fintan3563 Great to hear! Dr. Lukin

[@JenNagleInk]

I hope my comment didnt make you feel uncomfortable in any way. Im sure you know your a good looking man but I can see that you are quite passionate about your work. Your quite articulate, and I just have a feeling, you will do well in healing many people.

[@alondraacosta-mora6504]

how do u get to the Ram state in therapy? for me all what he is saying makes in a way

[@izdotcarter]

That’s an excellent shirt

[@Dove_360]

Why is his shirt so tight? This is a positive I can bring into my trauma process.

[@zensbleexperience3470]

My memory closes it self down with I have trauma I dont know how this will work for me but I'm certainly ready to give it ago. EFT TAPPING has worked wonders for me.

[@lukincenter]

This type of therapy, I imagine, would be very helpful to you. Dr. Lukin

[@zensbleexperience3470]

My therapist agian recommended this therapy he told me to look at VA.Gov because the VA stays on top of the most current treatments for PTSD and trauma. I'm 65 I guess I thought I just had to live with the trauma fall out.now I am looking into this. Thanks for the video

[@LisaLywulf]

Omg i believe he was my therapist at 5th ave clinic . he was very good got me through so much.

[@NN-bs8qd]

Vet helpful, thank you. How fire EMDR work with complex trauma and/or multiple events? Do you start with the most traumatic or the least?

[@lukincenter]

You typically start with the least traumatic even and move up to the most. It works really well, with complex/multiple events as well. Warmly, Dr. Lukin

[@heyitsC1]

I am about to start this, this week after coming off of antidepressants for my OCD. I am hoping this works much better as medication hasn't helped me much. I am nervous but excited to be better. I will continue to attend talk-therapy as well. I am doing EMDR and ERP online so I'm curious as to how it'll go because I'd prefer to do it in person but it's hard to see anyone in person these days.

[@diogoc500]

My gf will start EMDR tomorrow. She also has OCD. How is it working out for you?

[@heyitsC1]

@@diogoc500 omg yay for her! I actually did not like the lady I had at all- they also didn't offer it in person nearly anywhere around me in Chicago and I feel I need EMDR/ exposure therapy to be in-person. However, I am moving back to Indiana and hoping I can continue it there in-person!

[@honghuannguyen5544]

If he's my therapist our therapeautic relationship would soon be come one sided romance...

[@laurencelance586]

I don't know why this works, and I don't know how it works, but I DO know that it DOES work.

[@chuckbabu]

When Lex Luther and Clark Kent go into therapy! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@hienienguyen6766]

yes i need to do this myself. i made a time i just need to go there

[@erikg007]

Konstantly Lurkin

[@marlenemartin4945]

It seems to me that thinking about the painful event, but not feeling expected to verbalize it would work. Your thoughts

[@holleywhittemore267]

EMDR super effective.

[@horacesilver5238]

The Body Keeps The Score says that EMDR is more suited for adult onset trauma...not the stuff imprinted from early childhood. Is that true because Van Der Kolk's research points in that direction. Cheers

[@sage9836]

I just found out I can use this on some minor BS or to chill before creative work.

[@LisaMaryification]

My twin sister just died of cancer in the summer, but on top of it nobody told me. I found her obituary online. So feelings of shame and blame as the scapegoat are reappearing. In addition, I was just diagnosed with cancer also, of an unknown primary. I haven't started treatment yet because they are trying to find out the primary. I'm getting flashbacks of all the traumatic things that have happened in my life. It's like a constant slideshow all day long. I feel so helpless and alone. I am being referred to a psychiatrist at the cancer clinic but need something now. If anyone knows an app or a video that helped them, please let me know!

[@lukincenter]

I am so sorry to hear about your struggles. The best place to find an EMDR therapist is on emdria.org. Just put in your zip code and you should be able to find someone quickly. Hang in there, Dr. Lukin

[@Miracles999]

Sorry to hear that darling. Have you looked into EFT Tapping or Matrix Reimprinting by Karl Dawson? I am getting great results from them. You can even do them yourself without a therapist, especially if you are having flashbacks which I think is helpful because some people can't remember their trauma or scary events. But first start taking vitamins and minerals to help your brain. High dose EPA (omega 3) + VSL3 probiotics + vitamin B Complex was such a life saver for me. I felt a different person in less than 2 weeks and believe me I was in a state almost psychotic. If you need more info please let me know. Take one day at a time. The real cause of cancer is stress. So don't feed it by staying stressed. Help yourself. Your mind is so powerful that you can heal yourself by the power of your mind. Deny the cancer and focus on anything positive. I found dancing very helpful throughout the lockdown 👍

[@KimberlyMarie282]

Review to understand, Oh he looks like Superman!!

[@reesespieces450]

Omg Clark Kent for a Therapist?? Err yes please!! 😍😄

[@dianerose7631]

A lot of my memories i can’t remember. Many of them i can though.

[@LisaMaryification]

I don't want to remember.

[@jessicamoers39]

All i could do was focus on his biceps and keep imagining him unclothed. That shirt is TIGHT

[@whatrtheodds]

Same, a bit annoying tbh.

[@kelleybright3113]

I'm teaching myself so I can help

[@lukincenter]

You can also take a training from emdria.org which is great, if you are interested

[@Kovu2016]

the psychotherapist looks like a calvin klein model! Damn! :)

[@chandaphillips1337]

What I believe is important too. If our brain decides to get rid of a traumatic memory so we could lead a somewhat normal life, we ort not dredge up the shit and suffer through it again. Life is really about moving on. Going forward, not backwards. P

[@hepgeoff]

Can I ask, do you use the eye movement, and/or bilateral stimulation during the first session, or does it take later sessions?

[@lukincenter]

It takes place during the session

[@nasrullahnasrullah849]

Why when i do eye movements after some time in same day or later my whole body or parts automatically shakes with out my control or will. It is strange for me. Any body knows the reason?

[@nitesh7397]

Hello Sir! Does it help with Dissociation? Depersonalization to be exact.

[@lukincenter]

Yes, a modified approach can help

[@artoflivingcoach2375]

Can EMDR be done virtually? I am in the process of starting this and I spoke with a therapist today that says she can do it virtually do you recommend that?

[@lukincenter]

yes, it can. I am not aware of any research that differentiates between in person and telehealth at this time, but clinicians have been able to adapt it to virtual sessions. Hope this helps, Dr. Lukin.

[@JenNagleInk]

I wonder if in our minds, that we are trying to engage both sides of our brain by scanning our eyes from side to side. It would make sense that the body would be calling on all its faculties to solve problems. I often see people scan back and forth not really looking at any thing when in deep thought. I could almost guess at the dialogue between thoughts, connecting the dots from all centers of the brain that hold all categories of experienceses to draw the most clear picture from.

[@lukincenter]

Hi Jen. The neurobiological underpinnings are still being explored, so you may be correct.

[@JenNagleInk]

@@lukincenter When we can access some things that sensory receptors pick up unconsciously during hypnosis, but not as much when asked to recount, it seems logic in my mind, that there is a lot more to pick from under the surface of the experience. I understand that we wouldnt be able to see the world exactly as it is, else, we would be staring into atoms, vs, objects. It would be like a fish dodging the very water it lives in. Quite a shock it would be if our eyes could see at an atomic level. If we could, I'm guessing we wouldnt find ourselves to be that different. That kind of leaves me to think of what use, the egoic self would serve. Not that it "serves" us now.

[@jcextranow]

I will say this. I started TALK therapy about a month ago and I have sense learned how to ignore the hell out of rude people thus making me not raise my voice or blood pressure and hurt the rude people in the process. They don't know how to react when i ignore their ass because i ignore them to the point of them not feeling like they were ever born.

[@orihimeinoue3608]

Does this work for people with CPTSD? E.g., People who have been suppressed by authorities, abused for long time periods or manipulated in a subtle way and eventually lost a lot in their life? I’m asking because there might not be a specific “traumatic event”, but sure there’s a great sense of hurt, pain, fear and trauma.

[@lukincenter]

Yes, it definitely does help for that as well. You can call us at [phone] or go to emdria website to find a provider in your area.

[@orihimeinoue3608]

@@lukincenter thank you

[@MsAnchovey]

Either his shirt is too small or hes too big for his shirt. Either way it fits. Now what was the video about?

[@sunwrey]

Would anyone know if this could even help if you can’t recall your past painful event?

[@lukincenter]

Yes, definitely.

[@mitziatton1954]

I need this so I can let go.

[@darrenmarsden2409]

Hi I've come to this video because I've just finally got the funding for emdr, I'm 43 and living/surviving with PTSD and EUPD due to a prolonged period of sexual abuse in my childhood. I haven't started the emdr yet and I'm not really sure what my question too you all is but I'm scared and not sure what to expect and even more scared it won't work. So if anyone has any advice I would greatly appreciate it. ❤

[@alondraacosta-mora6504]

How can i contact that therapist??

[@lukincenter]

Hi Alondra. Please call the office directly at [phone] to coordinate setting up an appointment. Thank you for your interest.

[@Juan-kd5nz]

@@lukincenter What about a date? XDDDD

[@CasualPoster]

EMDR seems like it's for actual traumatic events (war, rape, abuse, etc.). Can it help with generalized clinical depression, hopelessness, disassociation, and how?

[@lukincenter]

Usually people start with CBT for those issues.