EMDR Therapy Study for First Responders

Assessing the Effectiveness of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) for PTSD

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About the Study

This research study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of using EMDR therapy to treat PTSD in first responders. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy approach that has been shown to help people recover from trauma and PTSD symptoms.

Participation Requirements

  • 18 years of age or older
  • A first responder (current or past)
  • Willing to undergo EMDR therapy

What Participation Involves

If you choose to participate, you will:

Undergo 12 sessions of EMDR therapy with a licensed professional

Complete online self-report questionnaires about physical, mental, and emotional well-being at four time points

Have the option to participate in an interview to share your opinions about the therapy

All therapy sessions will be conducted by licensed professionals in a safe, confidential environment.

Contact Information

For more information about this study or to inquire about participation, please contact:

 

Heather Austin-Robillard

(806) 843-7096

Melissa Munn-Chernoff

(806) 834-1879

Sharon Prager

(607) 930-4327

Calm Seas Psychology

calmseapsyc.com
888-975-2256