EMDRIA Library Annual Report 2024
The EMDRIA Library was launched in April 2024 with 1,107 resources across 23 languages accessed by 15,000+ individuals in 106 countries.
APA clinical practice guideline for the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adults (American Psychological Association)
Guideline for the treatment of PTSD published by the American Psychological Association.
Unlocking the healing potential of internet psychotherapy: Harnessing artificial intelligence to enhance online EMDR therapy experience (IGI Global Scientific Publishing, 2025)
The chapter explores system development methodologies, design components, and the software development process essential for an Artificial Intelligence -based online EMDR therapy system.
Evaluating the effectiveness of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) in reducing anxiety, marital burnout, and self-disgust among women who have suffered domestic violence (International Journal of Behavioral Sciences)
This study explored effectiveness of EMDR therapy in reducing anxiety, marital burnout, and feelings of self-disgust among women in Iran who have experienced domestic violence.
The Role of Advanced Resourcing for Addictions & Compulsions in EMDR Therapy
Gerard Ilaria, LCSW shares how EMDR’s resourcing phase can help create adaptive emotional resources for clients with addictive behaviors.
Comparing the effectiveness of desensitization through eye movement and reprocessing with cognitive therapy based on mindfulness on sleep quality in people with primary insomnia (Medical Journal of Mashad University of Medical Sciences)
This study compared the effectiveness of EMDR therapy with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on sleep quality in patients with insomnia.
Effectiveness of psychological interventions in reducing post-traumatic stress among post-myocardial infarction patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis (European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing)
This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to evaluate the effectiveness of psychological interventions including EMDR therapy on PTSD, anxiety, and depression in post-myocardial infarction (MI) patients.
In the News: January 31, 2025
EMDRIA members and EMDR therapy are featured in various articles and interviews. Learn more in this edition of In the News.
EMDR interventions in refugees and asylum seekers: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy)
This review analyses the efficacy of EMDR in reducing PTSD in refugees or asylum seekers using randomized controlled studies (RCTs).
Navigating Political Changes and Complex Situations in EMDR Therapy
EMDRIA members Liliana Baylon and Viviana Urdaneta Melo use perception and perspective as a lens to navigate political and cultural changes.
Preliminary efficacy of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing for children aged 1.5-8 years with PTSD: A multiple baseline experimental design (N=19) (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)
This study assessed the efficacy of EMDR therapy for improving PTSD symptoms, behavioral and emotional problems in young children aged 1.5–8 years, and parenting stress in their parents.
Effectiveness of an intensive outpatient treatment programme combining prolonged exposure and EMDR therapy for adolescents and young adults with PTSD in a naturalistic setting (European Journal of Psychotraumatology)
This study assessed the results of a six-day intensive outpatient trauma-focused treatment programme for young individuals (12-25 years) with PTSD, utilizing EMDR therapy, prolonged exposure, social supports, and physical activity.
