You’ve done your research on what EMDR therapy is as well as its benefits. But now that your first session is quickly approaching, the excitement and nerves are setting in.

Many of us experience healing as a journey throughout our lives. We know where we are and where we want to end up, but we’re still looking for the right route to take us there.

As therapists, we have a variety of therapeutic modalities that we can use to help our clients. Depending on their situation, some approaches may be more appropriate than others. One of the most popular methods for treating trauma is through EMDR.

While we tend to think of trauma as an emotional or mental struggle, the reality is that it lives in our bodies also. It’s in our blood and our brains. Whenever we experience a traumatic event, our bodies produce a rush of hormones that are meant to help us survive a dangerous situation.

The adaptability and flexibility of the human brain is incredible, and nowhere is that more on display than among individuals who have experienced trauma. Our brains adapt to those experiences by hyping up our sensitivity to emotional and physical danger.

One of the most common worries people have when considering EMDR Therapy is that they won’t be able to uncover or recall the root-cause memories related to their trauma.

Think of EMDR therapists as individuals who can help us hack our brains to rewrite those traumas and kickstart the natural healing process back into high gear.