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EMDR Therapist Weekly

A weekly dose of insights, tools, and opportunities for EMDR therapists; designed to support your growth, sharpen your practice, and connect you with what's next.

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When to Modify the EMDR Standard Protocol (And When NOT To)

A few months ago, a therapist in my consultation group asked a question that gets to the heart of what makes EMDR both powerful and challenging: "How do I know when I should modify the standard protocol and when I should stick with it?" It's a question I hear often, and for good reason. We want to be flexible enough to meet our clients' needs, but not so flexible that we drift away from what makes EMDR effective in the first place. Today, I want to explore this clinical issue and give you a...

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Hey there, Ever found yourself following the EMDR protocol perfectly, yet your client remains stuck? It’s more common than you think! In my consultation work, I've noticed something interesting. The difference between adequate and exceptional EMDR outcomes rarely comes down to protocol adherence. Instead it’s about deeply understanding the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model. Let me share three helpful perspectives on AIP that can help you navigate even your most challenging cases....