In clinical practice, online eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is widely regarded as an efficient and effective treatment option. An emerging body of literature supports its effectiveness, and its acceptability is growing among clinicians and clients. The transition to online EMDR was sudden because of COVID-19 lockdowns. However, due to the ease and cost-effectiveness of delivering EMDR online, many clinicians have continued to provide EMDR online long after the lockdown restrictions were lifted.

…In conclusion, while online BLS is effective, there are several challenges posed by client and clinician technology. In online EMDR research, controlling the type, pace, and duration of the administered BLS is crucial. Additionally, it is essential to conduct comparisons of efficacy between various types of BLS as well as to compare clinician-administered versus self-administered BLS. Online EMDR is at a critical juncture where focused research using robust methodologies is essential. Such research would not only contribute to the optimization of online EMDR but also ensure that clients receive the highest standard of care, regardless of the medium of delivery.”