Thesis/Dissertation Archives

An integrative somatic art therapy approach: EMDR and body-based practices for traumatic stress (Dominican University, 2024)

An exploration of how somatic art therapy and EMDR therapy impact symptoms of trauma and burnout.

EMDR-IGTP-OTS-R for reduction of trauma symptomatology in Ukraine (Regent University, 2024)

The purpose of this study was to understand the impact of an EMDR-based group protocol online on PTSD symptoms of mental health professionals living and working in Ukraine.

Exploring the intersections between dance/movement therapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing: A literature review (Lesley University, 2024)

This thesis explores the intersection and integration of dance/movement therapy (DMT) and EMDR.

The impact of eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing on self-reported test anxiety in college students (University of Arkansas)

This dissertation examined the impact of eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing on self-reported test anxiety in college students.

Social workers’ perspectives of the effectiveness of EMDR in telehealth for PTSD patient (Kutztown University, 2023)

This dissertation addresses how social work clinicians viewed EMDR therapy when delivered to patients through telehealth.

A controlled study of brief online eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to treat symptoms of childbirth trauma experience (Saybrook University, 2023)

Study of the effectiveness of EMDR as a treatment for trauma symptomatology related to adverse childbirth experiences.

Experiences of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing: The voices of cis female survivors of sexual assault (Adelphi University)

This dissertation, holistically explored 18 survivors’ lived experiences seeking and using EMDR in the aftermath of sexual assault.

PTSD Symptoms Comparison EMDR and NFB with IPV Survivors: Ex-Post-Facto Study (Capella University, 2022)

Comparison of EMDR and neurofeedback therapy (NFB) for intimate partner violence (IPV) survivor post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Exploring EMDR with Trauma-Impacted Clients Using Video Therapy (University of Manitoba, 2022)

This project explored specific strategies and experiences of therapists adapting EMDR treatment to video-based services for trauma treatment.

Improving Trauma Treatment: Examining the Effects of Different Levels of Activation in Online EMDR (Utrecht University, 2022)

This study for a master’s thesis investigated the effectiveness of different levels of activation and desensitization in online EMDR.

Client and clinician experiences of eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy (University College Cork, 2022)

This mixed methods systematic review aimed to provide insight into clinicians’ views and experiences of EMDR therapy. This study aimed to explore clients’ unique phenomenological experiences of EMDR therapy.

The Efficacy of Online Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)-Informed Therapy for Clients with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Symptoms (Texas A&M University, 2021)

EMDR-informed therapy via an online platform for PTSD was examined using a single case multiple baselines across participant design.

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