EMDR group therapy: Emerging principles and protocols for trauma and beyond (Springer, 2023)
This 23 chapter book provides both theoretical background and practical applications of using EMDR therapy in group settings with a variety of populations.
Feasibility and efficacy of addiction-focused eye movement desensitization reprocessing in adults with substance use disorder (Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work)
A two-arm RCT design with an experimental group (AF-EMDR + cognitive behavioral therapy [CBT]) and a control group (CBT Only).
EMDR therapy and addiction (Oxford University Press, 2023)
This chapter provides a summary of methods of treating addiction-related issues with EMDR therapy, how addiction is conceptualized in diagnostic systems and in EMDR therapy, and provides empirical evidence.
EMDR Therapy, Addiction, and Recovery
EMDRIA member Dr. Stephen Dansiger discusses EMDR therapy, addiction, and recovery.
EMDR Therapy & Addiction (Webpage)
This website explains how EMDR therapy can help additions and substance use disorders for a general audience.
The Oxford Handbook of EMDR (Oxford University Press, 2023)
This handbook includes entries on the theoretical framework for EMDR therapy, specific populations, and enhancing clinical competency.
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.
The Effects of EMDR Therapy on Pregnant Clients With Substance Use Disorders: A Narrative, Scoping Literature Review (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
This literature review explores pregnant women with co-occurring substance misuse through the lens of AIP and EMDR therapy intervention.
The Effectiveness of EMDR With Individuals Experiencing Substance Use Disorder: A Meta-Analysis (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)
This meta-analysis synthesizes studies on the effectiveness of trauma-focused & addiction-focused EMDR for people with substance use disorder.
A randomized study to compare the effects of EMDR added to TAU on substance memory in a residential addiction setting (Journal of Substance Use)
Study suggests that EMDR and treatment as usual in substance use disorder inpatient in a residential setting may reduce substance craving.
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.
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.
