Therapy is an incredibly valuable mental health tool. Regardless of why you choose to engage in any type of therapy, it has many short and long-term benefits. Why Seek Therapy? People seek therapy for many reasons, from mental health issues such as depression or anxiety to stress management and bereavement. Some people assume that therapy …
Looking after your mental health is more important than ever. From dealing with the recent pandemic to navigating the complexities of everyday life, access to good mental health care is vital. What is Mental Health? Mental health is most often used to describe emotional and psychological well-being. Everyone has mental health in the same way …
Depression is one of the most common illnesses worldwide – an estimated 3.8% of people across the globe experience it. However, it is still a widely misunderstood condition attached to myths, misconceptions, and stigma. In this blog, we share five common myths surrounding depression and explain the realities of the condition. 1. Everyone Struggles With …
When it comes to choosing therapy, a common misconception is that the only option is talk therapy. This can be a major barrier to many people as some struggle to verbalise their trauma or thoughts, and others don’t click with talk therapy at all. In these instances, eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) can …
Psychologist Francine Shapiro developed eye movement desensitisation and reprogramming therapy (EMDR) in the 1980s. Whilst primarily used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it has become known for treating and combatting severe anxiety. Symptoms of Anxiety Many people experience feelings of anxiety. People can feel nervous and jittery about many life events, such as a …
Treating addiction is a complex process that may require clients to try several types of therapy before they find the right one for them. Traditionally, behavioural therapies such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) have combated addiction, but eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) has also presented highly positive results. About EMDR EMDR therapy is a relatively …
Developed in 1987 by Dr. Francine Shapiro, eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy initially designed to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Since then, it has become one of the most widely used trauma treatments. Though EMDR therapy is gaining popularity, many individuals are unaware of what it includes. For …
Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) was first developed in the 1980s by Francine Shapiro as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Shapiro’s initial ideas were based on the accelerated information processing model – the idea that our neural memory networks contain feelings, thoughts and emotions. If we experience trauma but don’t fully process …
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