Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
What is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy?
EMDR is a structured therapy for individuals who have experienced a trauma and are having symptoms associated with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). During treatment, the therapist guides patient to briefly focus on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements), to help process and resolve the emotion associated with trauma memories.
EMDR is typically delivered in six to twelve sessions lasting from 60-90 minutes. The phases of treatment include: 1) history and treatment planning, 2) preparation, 3) assessment, 4) desensitization, 5) installation (strengthening a positive belief), 6) body scan, 7) closure, and 8) reevaluation.
Population Served
EMDR therapy is for children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing distress or mental health symptoms related to a traumatic event.
For more information:
Visit EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
The Qualification for NM EBP EMDR Specialty Rate is:
- Demonstrated completion as EMDRIA approved Basic Trained OR
- being EMDRIA Certified in EMDR
If you meet these standards, complete the application above and provide all requested information and supporting documentation. Applications will be reviewed, and qualifications will be verified by the Center of Innovation team, in consultation with EBP experts. Recommendations for approval of a provider’s EBP qualifications for the EBP specific rate will be made to the State.
EMDR Basic Training Application
To participate in an upcoming State Sponsored EMDR Basic Training, please complete the EMDR Basic Training Application.
Applications to participate in training will be processed as they are received. Providers who meet criteria will be place in the queue for upcoming training opportunities.
EBP Provider Suggestion Form
Are you able to recommend specific provider agencies interested in or practicing EMDR or other Evidence-Based Practices or would like to share other outreach opportunities EBP providers can be recruited from? If so, complete the EBP Provider Suggestion Form
Resources
Upcoming EMDR Trainings