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May 4
15m 25s

The Follow-Up: Is EMDR for Me?

DR. MONA AMIN
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A question I get often is: “How do I know if EMDR might be right for me?” In this episode, we break down what EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) actually is, who it can help, and what a session really looks like. Originally developed to treat PTSD, EMDR is now used to support people struggling with birth trauma, childhood experiences, anx ... Show More
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