Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (Emdr), Second Edition: Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures

This restatement of Francine Shapiro's standard overview of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)outlines the standard protocols for this proven treatment method. The methods, theory, and failsafe procedures are carefully explained for clinician practitioners. Careful liability reduction checks are examined and encouraged throughout the manual. This book alone is not a substitute for training in EMDR, yet will assist the new and veteran EMDR practitioner in remaining competernt in the skills and therory. I keep it handy for frequent review.

This book is a companion to the live course, the foundation for EMDR. A must have text if you are a therapist using this modality.

This very readable book was written by EMDR originator Francine Shapiro to provide detailed directions for therapists using this approach. Beginning with descriptions of the historical development and theoretical model, the book provides a thorough overview of the treatment process. Several chapters describe each of the eight phases of treatment; information is also provided about working with special populations and with difficult treatment issues. EMDR was first developed as a treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the book summarizes the research investigating EMDR treatment of PTSD, most of which supports its effectiveness with this disorder. Research has shown preliminary support for EMDR's use with other disorders (e.g., phobias), and the treatment protocols for these approaches are described in detail. Recommendations are made for future research to further evaluate EMDR's effectiveness and to investigate what eye movements, and other treatment components, contribute to treatment effects. This book is an indispensable resource for the therapist who uses EMDR as part of an integrative treatment plan.

this was an excellent book for learning more about EMDR....it is written more with the therapist in mind than the client...but for a client who wishes to read on the subject before submitting to the process of EMDR...it will help to explain it very well.....

This book is too comprehensive. It offers a complete understanding of an exciting new psychological discovery. However if the process explained is used by inexperienced or untrained people or therapist, it could easily be misused. A very complicated proceedure, not for the inexperienced and not a Cocktail party trick. Excellent