Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in Counseling a Male Couple
EMDR with a male-male couple with communication problems linked to traumatic childhood memories related to sexual identity development.
Article Abstract
“This practice-based article discusses the use of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) in counseling “Paul” and “Eddie” (aliases), a couple for 4 years who presented with what they identified as “communication problems.” Through the use of psychosocial assessments of the men’s personal histories, it was determined that Paul’s experience of feeling controlled and Eddie’s struggles to believe that he mattered in the relationship were linked to traumatic memories in each man’s childhood that related to his sexual identity development. EMDR was used to target the men’s traumatic memories, alternating between Paul and Eddie. Following each EMDR treatment series, the work was integrated by talking through how the reprocessed material integrated into the overall couple experience, leading to both men’s increased satisfaction in the relationship.”
—Description from publisher
Article Access
Open Access
Reicherzer, S. (2011). Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in Counseling a Male Couple. Journal of EMDR Practice and Research, 5(3), 111–120. https://doi.org/10.1891/1933-3196.5.3.111
About the Journal
The Journal of EMDR Practice and Research is a peer-reviewed publication devoted to integrative, state-of-the-art papers about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a broadly conceived interdisciplinary journal that stimulates and communicates research and theory about EMDR, and their application to clinical practice. The Journal of EMDR Practice and Research is the Official Publication of the EMDR International Association.
Date
September 1, 2011
Creator(s)
Stacee Reicherzer
Client Population
Couples, LGBTQIA+
Extent
10 pages
Publisher
Springer Publishing Company
Rights
Copyright © 2011 EMDR International Association
APA Citation
Reicherzer, S. (2011). Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in Counseling a Male Couple. Journal of EMDR Practice and Research, 5(3), 111–120. https://doi.org/10.1891/1933-3196.5.3.111
Series
5
Installment
3
Audience
EMDR Therapists
Language
English
Content Type
Peer-Reviewed
Original Source
Journal of EMDR Practice and Research
Access Type
Open Access