Overcoming depression—the role of EMDR in healing.
Depression can feel like a never-ending cycle. EMDR therapy helps by addressing the past events or beliefs that contribute to depression, helping you find relief.
How EMDR Works for Depression
Depression is often linked to unresolved past experiences or ingrained negative beliefs. EMDR targets these experiences, using bilateral stimulation to help the brain process and release the emotional burden tied to them.
Identifying the Root Causes
In EMDR, we identify the specific memories, thoughts, or events that contribute to your depression. These could be past traumas, failures, or deeply held beliefs about yourself or your life.
Reprocessing Negative Beliefs
Through bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps your brain reprocess these thoughts and memories. Over time, the emotional weight tied to these beliefs decreases, and new, healthier beliefs can take their place.
Moving Toward Hope
As your brain reprocesses these experiences, EMDR helps you shift from a place of hopelessness to one of healing. You may begin to see new possibilities and regain motivation.
The Benefits of EMDR for Depression
EMDR can:
Reduce the emotional burden tied to negative thoughts.
Help you develop more positive beliefs about yourself and your life.
Improve your overall mood and outlook.
Is EMDR Therapy Right for Your Depression?
If depression feels overwhelming, EMDR therapy may help by addressing the root causes. Whether you choose online therapy or in-person sessions, Burlington Clinic is here to support your healing.
Take the Next Step
Interested in reducing depression with EMDR? Schedule a consultation with Burlington Clinic today.