EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy is a psychotherapeutic approach designed to help individuals process and resolve traumatic memories and distressing experiences. Developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR therapy integrates elements from various therapeutic models to treat trauma and emotional disturbances. Here’s a detailed overview of EMDR therapy: Overall, EMDR therapy is a structured and evidence-based approach to treating trauma and emotional distress. It involves processing traumatic memories with the help of bilateral stimulation to reduce their emotional charge and integrate them into a more adaptive cognitive framework.