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Notice That

Phase Two: Preparation for Reprocessing Target Memories

Dec 1, 2023
In this podcast, the hosts explore phase two of EMDR therapy, discussing the preparation and assessment process. They emphasize the importance of personalization, adapting to client needs, and explaining the theory. They also compare different approaches to testing eye movements and highlight the benefits of EMDR certification for therapists.
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Quick takeaways

  • Explaining the theory behind EMDR to clients requires clinicians to find their own way of making it relatable and understandable.
  • Clients often struggle to 'just notice' their internal experiences, highlighting the importance of trust between client and therapist and the need for more guidance in the early stages of reprocessing.

Deep dives

Explaining the theory behind EMDR

The podcast discusses the importance of explaining the theory behind EMDR to clients. It emphasizes the need for clinicians to find their own way of explaining the theory, based on their own training, research, or reading. The script provided in the podcast serves as a guide, but it is recommended to make it more native and relatable to the client. The goal is to help clients understand the purpose and theory behind EMDR in a way that makes sense to them, whether through conversation, providing resources, or using personal examples.

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