Eye movements desensitization and reprocessing with finger movements and Elite mobile health software on guilt feeling of parents of children with autism: A randomized trial (Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing)

This randomized controlled trial (RCT) examined the impact of different ways to reduce guilt in parents of autistic children, including EMDR therapy.

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EMDRIA Members Respond: Neurodiversity Celebration Week

EMDR therapists celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week by identifying internal and external resources in their clients.

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EMDR Therapy and Neurodiversity

EMDR-certified therapist and consultant Laurel Thornton discusses EMDR therapy, neurodiversity, and the neurodivergent.

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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy for Individuals With Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A Systematic Review (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)

This study looks at children, young people, and those with neurodevelopmental disorders who are at higher risk of facing traumatic events.

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EMDR Therapy and ADHD

EMDRIA member Christine MacInnis discusses the spectrum of neurodivergence and using EMDR therapy with people who have ADHD.

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Affirm Your Practice

Read case vignettes that affirm using EMDR therapy with neurodiverse clients in this article from Go With That Magazine.

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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing in adolescents with autism; Efficacy on ASD symptoms and stress (Frontiers in Psychiatry)

Results of this uncontrolled study suggest a partial effect of EMDR in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder symptoms.

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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) as a possible evidence-based rehabilitation treatment option for a patient with ADHD and history of adverse childhood experiences: A case report study (Journal of Personalized Medicine)

Study to report for the first time the history of a patient with ADHD and ACE successfully treated with an EMDR approach.

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Utilising EMDR to address trauma with an autistic person with a history of sexual offending (Routledge, 2022)

Case study on unique needs of addressing trauma with someone with autism spectrum disorder to deliver effective therapeutic interventions.

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Using EMDR With Autistic Clients: How Do Therapists Adapt? (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)

Autistic people commonly experience co-morbid mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and low mood.

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10 Things about EMDR and Autism

EMDR and Autism: 10 Tips for Effective Therapy. Insights from the Summer 2022 issue of Go With That Magazine by Sherri Paulson, LCSW, EMDRIA Approved Consultant.

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Using eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) with autistic individuals: A qualitative interview study with EMDR therapists (Psychology and Psychotherapy Theory, Research, and Practice)

Study exploring EMDR therapists’ experiences of working with autistic individuals, and clinical practice adaptations.

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