The Container technique is one of many possible resources and skills that may be taught in Phase 2 of EMDR . The Container is a mental imagery-based tool that can be used inside and outside of sessions. When an unpleasant image, body image, emotion, or...
Phase 2 is called the Preparation Phase . This phase is geared toward helping the client get ready or prepare for reprocessing disturbing experiences. While each EMDR clinician may complete this and Phase 1 differently, generally, this is what one may expect. Rapport Building Continued...
As mentioned in the EMDR Series 2 post , Phase 1 of EMDR can be typically viewed as the intake appointment. An EMDR therapist and a client may also fluidly come back to Phase 1 during the therapeutic relationship as additional memories and insights come...
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a structured therapy modality that can assist with thematic issues and impacts stemming from traumatic experiences. In other words, if there’s a negative belief, EMDR may be able to help. Let’s briefly visit the 8 Phases. Phase...