The Integration of Somatic Therapies with EMDR

This chapter discusses the blending of somatic therapies and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, highlighting the shift towards a more cognitive focus in EMDR and the importance of incorporating a somatic approach. It explores the role of the body as an anchor in therapy, the resourcing phase, and the fundamental principle of interception in somatic work. The chapter also touches on the impact of mindfulness, technology, and the activation of the seeking circuit in the nervous system.