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Overview
EMDR is an evidence-based psychotherapy that helps individuals process traumatic memories. Because trauma is a major driver of substance use, EMDR can address root causes of addiction by reducing the emotional charge of traumatic memories and the maladaptive coping behaviors they trigger.
How EMDR Works
During EMDR sessions, a therapist guides the patient through bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements) while recalling distressing memories. This process helps the brain reprocess traumatic experiences, reducing their emotional intensity and the compulsive behaviors they drive.
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