EMDR
Also written as: EMDR — Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, occasionally used in emergency settings for acute trauma responses.
Full Definition
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy approach that uses bilateral stimulation, typically through guided eye movements, to help process traumatic memories. While primarily used in outpatient settings, modified EMDR techniques may be employed in psychiatric emergency departments for patients experiencing acute trauma responses or dissociative episodes. Emergency applications focus on stabilization rather than full trauma processing.
Usage
Usage note: Always write as all capitals when referring to the therapy method.
In Context
- "The crisis counselor utilized basic EMDR grounding techniques to help stabilize the trauma victim." — Crisis intervention documentation