The Three Roles of a Consultant
Guide to the Educator, Motivator, and Evaluator roles that support your EMDRIA credentialing and readiness for competent EMDR practice.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing for intimate partner violence survivors: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment, and Trauma)
This study presents a systematic review of ten studies and a meta-analysis of five studies examining the effectiveness of EMDR for women who have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV) victimization.
Post-traumatic stress disorder in individuals with autism spectrum disorder: A literature review (Cureus)
This narrative literature review examined current evidence on the identification and management of PTSD and trauma-related symptoms in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
The neurobiological effects of EMDR (Eyes movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy (International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH)
The aim of this study is to examine the neurobiological and structural correlates of EMDR therapy in the brain in light of the current neuroimaging literature.
AI and Mental Health: Promise, Pitfalls and Practice
As AI becomes increasingly integrated into mental health care, understanding its benefits, limitations, and risks is essential. Explore practical guidance for therapists and clients navigating this evolving landscape.
Treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience)
The present review summarizes recommendations for the management of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The effectiveness and tolerability of trauma-focused interventions for trauma symptoms in individuals who have psychosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Schizophrenia Research)
This meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) aimed to compare multiple outcomes of safety, feasibility, acceptability, clinical and cost effectiveness of different trauma-focused therapies (TFTs) for people with psychosis. EMDR has the most published studies suggesting its potential to be an effective treatment for this population.
The combination of dialectical behavioral skills training with EMDR in the treatment of borderline personality disorder and psychological trauma: A feasibility randomized trial (Borderline Personality Disorder and Emotion Dysregulation)
This study investigates the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of combining dialectical behavioral therapy group skills training (DBT-ST) with EMDR individual therapy for patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and psychological trauma.
A Regulation-Focused Model for Phase 2 EMDR: Qigong, Bilateral Artmaking, and Equine Engagement
Dr. Elizabeth Warson, EMDRIA member, and Sifu Kurtis Tilley discuss an innovative way to deep nervous system regulation in Phase 2 of EMDR therapy.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy for fear of cancer recurrence in patients with familial melanoma: A pilot randomized waiting list-controlled trial (Journal of Psychosomatic Research)
In this non-blinded pilot RCT, patients indicated for increased risk of developing melanoma and elevated fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) were randomized to immediate EMDR therapy (2–4 sessions) or a 6-weeks waiting list.
A critique of the 2025 American Psychological Association Clinical Practice Guideline for the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder in adults: Underrating EMDR effectiveness (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
This article explores the APA’s PTSD guidelines, which list EMDR therapy as a second-line treatment. It argues the recommendation was based on outdated, lower-quality evidence and inconsistent interpretations of research, noting inconsistencies and a divergence from other international and national clinical practice guidelines.
How is EMDR best conducted and adapted for trauma-focused work within bipolar disorder? A Delphi study (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)
This study aimed to establish practitioner consensus on adaptations to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of EMDR for trauma in individuals with bipolar disorder.
