The Science Behind EMDR: Why It Works for Trauma Recovery
Trauma can leave deep emotional wounds, affecting a person’s mental health and overall well-being. While traditional therapies have helped many, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) has gained significant attention as an effective treatment for trauma recovery. At Professional Counseling Services, Inc. (PCS Therapy) , we are committed to helping Colorado residents understand how EMDR therapy works and why it is a powerful tool for healing trauma. What Is EMDR? EMDR therapy is a structured form of psychotherapy developed in the late 1980s by psychologist Francine Shapiro. It helps individuals process and heal from traumatic memories by using bilateral stimulation, usually through guided eye movements. This technique allows the brain to reprocess traumatic events in a way that reduces their emotional impact. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR therapy focuses on the way traumatic memories are stored in the brain and works to rewire these neural pathway...