References
The pages below are reputable starting points for learning about EMDR and related guidance:
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EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) — What is EMDR therapy?
https://www.emdria.org/page/what_is_emdr_therapy -
EMDRIA — Bilateral Stimulation overview
https://www.emdria.org/resource/how-does-bilateral-stimulation-bls-work-in-emdr-therapy/ -
American Psychological Association (APA) — EMDR and PTSD
https://www.apa.org/topics/psychotherapy/emdr-therapy-ptsd -
APA PTSD Guideline (treatment info hub)
https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline -
World Health Organization (WHO) — PTSD psychological interventions (includes EMDR)
https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use/treatment-care/mental-health-gap-action-programme/evidence-centre/conditions-related-to-stress/posttraumatic-stress-disorder-%28ptsd%29—psychological-interventions---adults -
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) — EMDR overview for professionals
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/treat/txessentials/emdr_pro.asp