What is EMDR Therapy? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy approach particularly effective for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and painful memories. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR helps your brain reprocess traumatic memories so they no longer trigger intense emotional reactions. EMDR can help with: Childhood trauma and abuse PTSD and complex trauma Anxiety and panic disorders Disturbing memories Grief and loss Performance anxiety Phobias Many clients experience significant relief in fewer sessions compared to traditional therapy approaches.