This episode discusses EMDR; a technique to be used under the care of a trained mental health professional. Within the episode there is mention of suicidal ideation, dissociative identity disorder, psychosis and other mental health related topics. If you feel any of these subjects may be triggering for you, please skip this episode.
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In the first episode of season 5, Ariel and her guest, Chris Lombardo LPCC, CADC1 talk about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or EMDR.
Note: due to sound issues, there are audio pops in this recording that I was unable to edit out.
02:02 - Introducing Chris
03:45 - What is EMDR?
05:25 - Who is a good fit for EMDR?
11:10 - Varying experiences within EMDR sessions
18:38 - Can you use EMDR specifically for spiritual use?
25:15 - Connecting with passed loved ones in EMDR sessions
32:44 - Cautions for EMDR and questions to ask prior to starting
Book mentioned: Getting Past Your Past by Francine Shapiro
(available on Amazon in physical print, Kindle, and audiobook and Spotify for premium members)
EMDR Institute website (for resources and finding EMDR trained therapists): https://www.emdria.org/learning-provider/emdr-institute/
Find Chris at: https://www.chironscaveholistic.com/
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