Lived experiences of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) certified (Walden University, 2026)

This phenomenological study explored counselors’ lived experiences of utilizing EMDR therapy with children ages 8 to 12 years of age.

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing integrative group treatment protocol for the reduction of perceived stress in parents with disabled children: A therapeutic approach (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)

This research aims to verify if the EMDR Integrative Group Treatment Protocol (EMDR-IGTP) is effective in reducing stress symptoms of caregivers of disabled children.

Efficacy of the adapted integrative group EMDR therapy protocol for ongoing traumatic stress in adolescents after a traumatic event (Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma)

This narrative review provides an overview of systematic reviews and meta-analyses on trauma-focused interventions, including EMDR therapy,  for children and adolescents impacted by war and armed conflict.

The efficacy of EMDR therapy compared to TF-CBT in adopted children to manage post-traumatic stress: An integrative review (Liberty University, 2025)

This review examines the efficacy of EMDR therapy compared to TF-CBT in managing PTSD in adopted children.

Clinical and cost-effectiveness of eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing for post-traumatic stress disorder in children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy)

This systematic review was conducted to evaluate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of EMDR for treating or preventing PTSD in children and adolescents.

Becoming an Adoption Competent EMDR Therapist

EMDRIA members Wendy Sue Horn and Ann Beckley-Forest share insights regarding adoption-competent EMDR therapy.

Posttraumatic stress disorder interventions for children aged zero to six years: A scoping review (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)

This review seeks to explore and synthesize the current literature on PTSD interventions for children aged zero to six years to inform the treatment and future research on effective, age-appropriate treatments.

Healing Young Hearts: Treating Attachment Trauma in Children with EMDR Therapy

This podcast explores the potential of EMDR therapy for children struggling with attachment trauma with guest Debra B. Wesselmann, MS, LIMHP.

EMDR and family therapy: Integrative treatment for attachment trauma in children (W. W. Norton, 2025)

A practical guide to treating children suffering from early attachment trauma—now updated and revised.

Healing in Motion: Insights from Equine-Assisted EMDR With a Neurodivergent Youth

EMDRIA member Dr. Elizabeth Warson shares a case study outlining the benefits gained in an Equine-Assisted EMDR approach with a neurodivergent child.

Effectiveness of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy on selective attention and creativity in children with ADHD (International Journal of Education and Cognitive Sciences)

This study examines EMDR therapy’s effectiveness on selective attention and creativity in children with ADHD.

Effectiveness of trauma-focused treatments for refugee children: A systematic review and meta-analyses (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)

 A systematic review and meta-analyses were conducted to provide an overview of, and to analyse, intervention studies using PTSD measures in young refugees.