EMDR Therapy, Addiction, and Recovery

September is National Recovery Month, a time to recognize those in recovery and those struggling with addiction. Recovery is possible. We turned to EMDRIA member Dr. Stephen Dansiger for more…

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EMDR Therapy: A Comprehensive Trauma-Focused Solution to Treat Addiction

This course discusses treating trauma to treat addiction using the Palette of EMDR Interventions in Addiction and the MET(T)A Protocol.

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The Effectiveness of EMDR With Individuals Experiencing Substance Use Disorder: A Meta-Analysis

The current meta-analysis aims to synthesize existing studies on the effectiveness of both trauma-focused and addiction-focused EMDR for people with substance use disorder (SUD).

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The Effects of EMDR Therapy on Pregnant Clients With Substance Use Disorders: A Narrative, Scoping Literature Review

This literature review explores pregnant women with co-occurring substance misuse through the lens of AIP and the potential for EMDR therapy intervention.

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EMDR Therapy, Addictions and Mindfulness

Hear from Dr. Stephen Dansiger, EMDR therapist and consultant, MET(T)A Protocol creator and pioneer in the Buddhist recovery field discuss EMDR therapy and addictions and mindfulness.

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Applying EMDR for Acute Addiction and Complex Trauma in Women

This course highlights the AIP model, EMDR, and best practices to treat women struggling with co-occurring addiction and complex trauma.

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EMDR Therapy and Addictions

EMDRIA member Julie Miller, LPC, LISAC discusses her work with EMDR therapy and people with addictions in this episode of Let’s Talk EMDR podcast.

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Addictions

Top Ten Tips for EMDR Therapists in Alcohol and Drug Inpatient Treatment Facilities

By David Franks, MS, LAC, LPCC, NCC, EMDR-T Determine Appropriateness of the Use of EMDR Reprocessing Phases Having a good assessment process is vital in understanding the needs of patients.…

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EMDR Therapy and Addictions: An Evolving Landscape

The use of EMDR therapy with people struggling with addictions is an evolving landscape. Addictions to substances and compulsive behaviors often begin as a way to cope with underlying pain…

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5 Readiness Factors for EMDR and Addictions

Is EMDR therapy right for your clients dealing with addictions and compulsive behaviors? Here are 5 readiness factors for EMDR therapists to consider.

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10 Tips for EMDR Therapists and Addictions

How can EMDR therapists help clients with addictions and compulsive behaviors? These 10 tips can help the process.

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EMDR Therapy and Addictions: Client Handout

Addictions to substances and behaviors often begin as a way to cope with underlying pain connected to trauma. This client handout explains how EMDR therapy can help.

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