Dr. Louise Maxfield—A Memorial Former Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of EMDR Practice and Research (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
After 15 years, Louise Maxfield retired as editor-in-chief of the Journal. On November 13, 2023, Louise passed away.
EMDR Therapy: Past, Present and Future
EMDR has evolved from a simple desensitization technique to broad-based psychotherapy approach. Discover EMDR therapy past, present, future.
Revisiting the origins of EMDR (Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy)
The present paper sets out to provide context for the origins of EMDR therapy.
When Did ‘EMDR’ Change to ‘EMDR Therapy’?
In 2014, EMDR therapy founder Francine Shapiro wrote a short article in an EMDRIA Newsletter advocating for the terminology change from ‘EMDR’ to ‘EMDR Therapy.’
The Future of EMDR Therapy and of the Journal of EMDR Practice and Research (Editorial) (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
This editorial highlights new editorships following Dr. Louise Maxfield, Founding Editor, and the future of EMDR therapy and JEMDR.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy (APA, 2022)
In this book, Russell and Shapiro describe the underlying theory of EMDR and it’s success as an integrative client-centered psychotherapy.
What Is EMDR Therapy? Past, Present, and Future Directions (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
Defining EMDR therapy and proposing categories of EMDR therapy: EMDR psychotherapy, EMDR treatment protocols, and EMDR-derived techniques.
Dr. E.C. Hurley, an Early EMDR Therapy Contributor, Dies
EMDRIA member Dr. E.C. Hurley, an early EMDR therapy contributor, passed away on August 31, 2021. Dr. Hurley was a retired U.S. Army veteran who dedicated his post-retirement career to treating PTSD in active-duty military personnel, veterans, their families, and first responders.
Dr. AJ Popky, an Early EMDR Contributor, Dies
EMDRIA member Dr. AJ Popky, an early EMDR therapy contributor, passed away on February 8. 2021. Dr. Popky created the “The Desensitization of Triggers and Urge Reprocessing (DeTUR) Protocol,” which is taught nationally and internationally to work with addictive behaviors.
EMDR Therapy Beginnings: Francine Shapiro
We want to honor Dr. Shapiro’s courage, persistence, and curiosity by sharing a collection of resources she authored.
Celebrating 25 Years of EMDRIA
25 Years of EMDRIA: Celebrating Milestones and Global Healing. Explore the journey and progress of EMDRIA over the years.
