The Trauma Therapist Episode 383: Laurel Parnell. Attachment-focused EMDR
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Aug 5, 2019 Laurel Parnell, a clinical psychologist and director of the Parnell Institute for EMDR, is a leading authority on trauma therapy techniques. She shares her journey into EMDR, revealing its life-changing potential. The conversation highlights the importance of safety and stability in the client-centered approach of attachment-focused EMDR. Laurel emphasizes the transformative power of therapeutic relationships and introduces adaptive techniques tailored to individual needs. Listeners also gain insights into essential literature that enriches understanding of trauma and recovery.
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Early Influences
- Dr. Laurel Parnell's journey began with a medical mission to Guatemala at 16, sparking her passion for healing.
- This experience, coupled with her introduction to Buddhism, shaped her integrated approach to psychology and spirituality.
EMDR Overview
- EMDR activates traumatic memories, using bilateral stimulation to process frozen information.
- It shifts experience from emotional to objective memory, reducing distress and broadening perspectives.
Attachment-Focused EMDR
- Attachment-focused EMDR prioritizes client safety and strengthens resources before addressing trauma.
- It emphasizes a client-centered approach, adapting the therapy to individual needs.
