EMDR is an evidence-based treatment for trauma that is very effective in helping clients to process and reduce the symptoms associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). One theory is that trauma becomes wired in the brain so that it feels like the event has just happened the other day even when it may have happened many years ago. When the trauma is processed, it is integrated with the rest of the neural system and the fight or flight symptoms that go along with PTSD are diminished. EMDR works with many traumas such as the loss of a loved one, a sexual assault, child abuse, near death experiences, car accidents, phobias, and many other problems. EMDR is also used to process less catestrophic traumas, but traumas none the less that may be causing one to be reacting with anxiety or anger (that fight or flight response).
To make an appointment for an assessment and/or discuss recommendations for treatment, call (415) 686-9544 or email drkeith@drkeithsutton.com I have offices in San Francisco and San Rafael and provide phone and/or web sessions for clients who can not come to the office.