What's the deal with EMDR?

Written By Jessica INCLEDON

Curious about EMDR?

Listen to the ABC Podcast HERE

Michael Baldwin cycled through seven therapists over 22 years. No one could help him overcome the trauma of his childhood — until he tried EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy).

But why would eye movements help a person process their trauma? It sounds fantastical. Is it?

Guests:
Michael Baldwin
Author, Every Memory Deserves Respect

Deborah Korn, PsyD
Author, Every Memory Deserves Respect
Clinical Psychologist
EMDR Institute 
Trauma Research Foundation

Professor Richard Bryant
University of New South Wales
Director, Traumatic Stress Clinic

Producer:
Rose Kerr

Sound engineer:
Hamish Camilleri

Jessica INCLEDON
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