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EMDR is a powerful therapeutic approach designed to help adolescents aged 14 to 17 process and heal from traumatic experiences. EMDR uses guided eye movements, taps, or sounds to stimulate the brain while revisiting distressing memories in a safe environment. This process helps reduce the emotional impact of trauma, allowing teens to integrate these experiences more healthily and move forward without being held back by their past. EMDR is particularly effective for conditions like PTSD, anxiety, and other trauma-related symptoms, offering adolescents a path toward healing and resilience.
Our EMDR program is carefully tailored to support each adolescent’s unique journey through trauma recovery and emotional well-being:
At Portum Behavioral Health, our EMDR program is designed to help teens move beyond trauma, find peace, and reclaim control of their lives. By safely reprocessing difficult memories, EMDR empowers adolescents to heal, build resilience, and embrace the future with confidence.
If you’d like to learn more about our EMDR program and how it can support your teen, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
The primary goal of EMDR is to help individuals process and reduce the impact of traumatic memories, enabling them to move forward without being overwhelmed by past experiences.
The length of EMDR therapy varies based on individual needs and the nature of the trauma. Some teens may benefit from a few sessions, while others may need a longer commitment. Our therapists work with each teen to create a plan that fits their healing journey.
While EMDR is especially effective for trauma and PTSD, it can also benefit those dealing with anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges rooted in past experiences.
During EMDR sessions, therapists guide teens through structured techniques, including eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation. This helps teens process distressing memories in a way that reduces their emotional impact.
Families can support their teens by providing a safe, understanding environment and encouraging open communication. Our therapists are also available to offer guidance on how families can best support the healing process.
Yes, EMDR can complement other therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to provide a well-rounded treatment approach tailored to each teen’s unique needs.
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