Resetting Fears. Self-Application of the EMDR Method

Today, in the world there are only 2 scientifically proven and officially recognized by the WHO (World Health Organization) methods of psychotherapy that provide a stable and FAST result in the fight against stress—this is EMDR and CBT. Around the world, psychologists from the EMERCOM and rescue services use the EMDR technique to help people out of shock states during mass disasters. However, this method is also applicable to more everyday stresses, fears, and unpleasant memories. In fact, EMDR is such a powerful, deep, and complex psychotherapeutic tool that its pairing with the word “independently” may seem, at first glance, like naive absurdity or unprofessionalism. Is it dangerous to use the EMDR method on your own? Is a gas stove that sits in your kitchen dangerous? In clear, non-professional language, the author explains using practical examples what problems a person can solve independently by applying this method. She describes in detail contraindications and side effects of this technique.