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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in MA

Meta Addiction Treatment offers personalized eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy at all three locations in Haverhill, MA; North Reading, MA; and Marlborough, MA.

EMDR is a psychotherapy that can help heal traumatic wounds and stressful memories. Guided eye movements and other stimulation can help the brain get "unstuck" from the traumatic feelings. It's a recognized, and evidence-based therapy effective for treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and more.
If you or a loved one would benefit from EMDR, give us a call today. Or use our free insurance verification form to get a jumpstart on the path towards healing.
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A therapist performing eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy at a Meta Addiction Treatment center in MA.

What is EMDR?

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals process traumatic memories.
Specifically, it is commonly used to treat trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and distressing life experiences.

It works by using guided eye movements or bilateral stimulation (tapping or sounds), while recalling difficult memories. As a result, the brain can reprocess memories more adaptively, reducing emotional intensity and psychological distress.

What Can EMDR Treat?

Beyond PTSD, Meta Addiction Treatment uses EMDR to treat a range of anxiety and mood disorders. It has been shown to help with generalized anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety, and depression. It's particularly effective when these conditions are linked to unresolved past experiences. 

EMDR can also address grief, performance anxiety, and low self-esteem. It does so by targeting negative core beliefs developed from earlier life events. By addressing these negative thoughts, EMDR can remove their control over a person's present life.

EMDR is increasingly used in addiction treatment and co-occurring disorders, especially when substance use is connected to trauma or chronic stress. It can help reduce relapse risk, cravings, and emotional triggers by resolving the underlying traumatic memories that often drive compulsive behaviors. 

EMDR is also used to treat attachment issues, complex trauma, and chronic emotional dysregulation. It's a valuable, integrative approach for individuals seeking emotional resilience and long-term healing.
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Considering EMDR?

EMDR is a powerful and effective therapeutic approach that helps individuals process and resolve distressing memories that contribute to emotional and behavioral challenges. It is widely used to treat trauma and other mental health conditions and can also support personal growth, emotional regulation, and long-term resilience.

Treat Trauma, Anxiety & More

EMDR is one of the most well-supported treatments for trauma-related anxiety and depression. It helps individuals process distressing memories and the negative beliefs tied to them, reducing emotional intensity and reactivity.

Through this reprocessing, people often experience decreased distress and develop healthier perspectives, leading to improved emotional balance and overall well-being.

Address Negative Thoughts

Many emotional struggles stem from unprocessed or distressing experiences stored in the brain. EMDR helps individuals access and reprocess these memories so they no longer trigger automatic negative emotional responses.

As these memories are resolved, people often experience lasting improvements in mood, self-perception, and behavior.

Develop Emotional Resilience

One of the key benefits of EMDR is that it helps individuals reduce emotional reactivity to past experiences that continue to cause stress or overwhelm. By reprocessing these memories, people are better able to respond calmly and effectively to present-day challenges.

As emotional triggers lose their intensity, individuals often find it easier to manage stress, navigate conflicts, and maintain overall emotional well-being in daily life.

Real, Lasting Change

Unlike some treatments that focus only on symptom relief, EMDR works to resolve the underlying memories and experiences that contribute to ongoing emotional distress. By addressing these root causes, EMDR supports deeper and more lasting change.

The benefits of EMDR often continue well beyond the end of treatment, helping individuals maintain emotional stability, resilience, and healthier responses to future challenges.
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Your journey to a brighter tomorrow starts here.

Therapy is not just for those in crisis; it’s a valuable tool for personal growth and emotional resilience. No matter the challenge, working with a skilled therapist can help individuals lead healthier, more balanced lives.

To join us at Meta Addiction Treatment, call us at (844) 909-2560, or email us at info@metaaddictiontreatment.com.

You can also reach us 24/7 at any one of our three locations:
55 Concord St. North Reading, MA 01864
13-25 Railroad Sq. Haverhill, MA, 01832
400 Donald Lynch Blvd Suite 105. Marlborough, MA, 01752
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