About Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences that often underlie substance use disorders. At Trust SoCal, our EMDR-trained clinicians guide clients through a structured eight-phase protocol that allows the brain to reprocess traumatic memories in a safe, controlled environment.
Research shows that a significant percentage of individuals with substance use disorders have experienced trauma. When trauma is left unresolved, it can drive compulsive substance use as a coping mechanism. EMDR helps break this cycle by allowing clients to process traumatic memories without the need to extensively discuss or relive them, making it particularly appealing for those who find traditional talk therapy about trauma to be overwhelming.
