Effects of virtual reality eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy for adolescents with major depressive disorder: A functional near-infrared spectroscopy study (European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
This study found that 12 sessions of virtual reality–based EMDR therapy significantly reduced depression symptoms and improved cognitive function in adolescents with major depressive disorder, likely by positively changing brain network connectivity.
Effectiveness and user experiences of an internet-based EMDR flash intervention (Sky-Flash) on exam anxiety among university students: A protocol study (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
This protocol presents the design of a RCT that would evaluate the effects of an internet-based intervention based on the EMDR Flash technique on university students’ exam anxiety.
Testing Wong’s theory on the flash technique with published timing data for healthy subjects (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
This study uses currently available timing data on spontaneous blinking to examine mechanisms of action for the flash technique (FT) in healthy subjects.
The Flash Technique as an Effective Low-Intensity Intervention for Migrants at the U.S. Point of Entry (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
This study explores the EMDR therapy Flash Technique (FT) as a one-time intervention for newly arrived migrants.
Effectiveness of digital interventions that are available for healthcare professionals who experience psychological trauma: A systematic literature review (BJPsych Open)
Randomized controlled studies were systematically reviewed to explore the effectiveness of digital interventions which are available for healthcare professionals who experience psychological trauma including a computerized EMDR based intervention.
How to Apply Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy in People with Suicidal Intrusions (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
Background on suffering with suicidal intrusions, assessment procedures, & rationale for applying EMDR therapy using flashforward procedure.
Examining the eye movement desensitization reprocessing flash technique on racial trauma (Journal of Marital and Family Therapy)
This study evaluated the self-administered EMDR—flash technique (EMDR-FT) as a telehealth intervention for reducing distress associated with racial trauma memories.
Tips for EMDR Therapists Holding Space in Divisive Times
Susanna Kaufman addresses practical answers to the question: “As EMDR therapists, we feel an obligation to serve, but how do we continue to best serve our clients when we feel activated ourselves?”
Free Videos of EMDR Sessions (Philip Manfield, Phd)
Free video examples of EMDR sessions by Philip Manfield of trauma processing including dyadic resourcing sessions and the flash technique.
An Eco-Somatic Approach to EMDR Therapy
Explore Eco-Somatic EMDR to integrate nature, body, and regulation practices for extended intensive sessions and deeper healing.
Interweaves for Processing Global Crises
Explore EMDR interweaves for existential trauma, addressing crises, morality, and shared humanity through spirituality and creativity.
Trauma, Attachment and Formative Experience: An EMDR Paradigm Shift?
Discover attachment-informed EMDR using creative interweaves, case structure, and early-life targeting to transform formative patterns.
