You cannot fully understand the trauma and anxiety in your mind and your body with only talk therapy

EMDR is a powerful tool for treating anxiety because it understands the impact of traumatic or disturbing events on our mind and body. Whether it's something that happened but shouldn't have, or something that should have happened but didn't, EMDR helps process these disturbances by utilizing a holistic approach, encompassing multiple modalities and aspects of our being.

Think of it this way: EMDR targets specific images or memories that represent the disturbance and identifies the beliefs we have about ourselves or the world as a result of that experience. For example, as a grad student juggling jobs and exams, my belief might have been, "I can't handle it," when in reality, that schedule would have been overwhelming for anyone. 📚⏰

Understanding these beliefs and where they come from is key to overcoming anxiety and embracing a healthier mindset. 💪🌱

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