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The therapeutic relationship in EMDR therapy – A survey (Frontiers in Psychology)

An internet-based survey of EMDR therapists in several waves was used to evaluate the therapeutic relationship in EMDR therapy. Insights, implications for treatment, training and research are discussed.

Post-traumatic stress disorder and its associated factors among internally displaced people due to conflict in Northwest Ethiopia (Frontiers in Public Health)

This study aimed to determine the prevalence of PTSD among internally displaced people in Northwest Ethiopia and recommends EMDR therapy alongside other treatment options.

Using spirituality in EMDR therapy (Routledge, 2025)

This book offers a means for EMDR therapists to integrate a spiritual perspective into their own lives as well as their clinical practice.

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing for posttraumatic stress disorder following acquired brain injury: A multiple baseline single case experimental design study across four cases (Neuropsychological Rehabilitation)

This study investigated the effectiveness and applicability of EMDR therapy for PTSD in individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI).

Examining the effectiveness of the eye movement desensitization and reprocessing integrative group treatment protocol (EMDR Group Protocol) for hard-to-reach populations in ongoing traumatic situations in Burundi (International Perspectives in Psychology)

This study tested the effectiveness of the EMDR group protocol among mental health workers exposed to traumatic experiences in Burundi.

The effect of trauma-focused therapy on voice-hearing: An experience sampling study (Psychology and Psychotherapy Theory, Research, and Practice)

Study investigated the effect of trauma-focused therapy (prolonged exposure and EMDR therapy) on voice-hearing in people with PTSD and psychosis.

Response of patients with complex forms of PTSD to highly intensive trauma treatment: A clinical cohort study (Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy)

This study investigated whether patients with the dissociative subtype of PTSD (PTSD + DS) and patients with probable complex PTSD (CPTSD) draw equal benefits from a highly intensive trauma treatment program that includes EMDR therapy as patients with PTSD.

Factors that impact on the efficacy of EMDR: A systematic review of the factors associated with increased efficacy of EMDR as a trauma treatment in adolescents (Kent Journal of Psychiatry)

This systematic review sought to identify factors of efficacy indicative of a preferential response to EMDR as a treatment modality in adolescents for psychological trauma.

Neuroimaging in post-traumatic stress disorder: A narrative review (Archives of Medical Science)

The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive exploration of the epidemiology, symptoms, and ramifications of PTSD, supplemented by insights gleaned from neuroimaging investigations.

Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing with and without dialectical behaviour therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder and comorbid borderline personality disorder symptoms: A randomised controlled trial (Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics)

This study examined whether the concurrent application of EMDR therapy for PTSD and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for borderline personality disorder (BPD) yields better results than EMDR alone.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Intervention in Preventing Craving in Alcohol Use Disorder: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial (Journal of EMDR Practice and Research)

This pilot study aimed to provide an evaluation of the effectiveness of addiction-focused eye movement desensitization and reprocessing.

Therapeutic effects of short-term trauma stabilization techniques combined with escitalopram in treating adolescent major depressive disorder: A pilot randomized controlled trial (BMC Psychiatry)

This study explored the efficacy of short-term trauma stabilization techniques derived from EMDR therapy combined with escitalopram in the treatment of adolescent major depressive disorder (MDD).

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