EMDR Therapy in Fuengirola and Mijas: Trauma Treatment
The EMDR therapy in Fuengirola and Mijas It is an effective psychological approach for treating traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, and other emotional issues. At CALMA Psicólogos, we are one of the few centres where two professionals have specialised in EMDR. We work with this method to help you process what continues to affect your well-being today, always analysing whether it is the best approach for your case, without following trends or fads in specific therapies, as our priority is to address the patient's needs.
Through a structured and safe approach, EMDR therapy allows for the unblocking of memories that have become “stuck” in the nervous system, helping you to integrate them healthily and reduce associated emotional distress.
What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a therapy based on the brain's natural ability to process experiences.
When we experience intense or traumatic situations, the brain may not process them correctly. This causes those memories to continue to trigger negative emotions, thoughts, and sensations in the present.
EMDR therapy helps to:
- Process unresolved experiences
- Reduce the emotional burden associated with memories
- Modify negative self-beliefs
- Regain a sense of control and well-being
EMDR therapy is indicated for a range of issues, including: * **Trauma and PTSD:** This is the most well-known indication for EMDR. It's highly effective for processing traumatic memories and reducing the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), such as flashbacks, nightmares, and avoidance behaviours. * **Anxiety Disorders:** EMDR can help with various anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety. * **Phobias:** Specific phobias, such as fear of flying, heights, or spiders, can be treated effectively with EMDR. * **Depression:** While not a primary treatment for all types of depression, EMDR can be beneficial when depression is linked to past distressing experiences or trauma. * **Grief and Loss:** It can help individuals process the emotional impact of bereavement and loss, facilitating a healthier grieving process. * **Addictions:** EMDR can be a useful adjunct therapy for people struggling with addiction by addressing underlying emotional issues and triggers. * **Eating Disorders:** It can be used to address the psychological roots of eating disorders, such as body image issues and past trauma. * **Pain Management:** EMDR has shown promise in helping individuals manage chronic pain by addressing the emotional and psychological aspects associated with it. * **Performance Anxiety:** Athletes, performers, and professionals can use EMDR to overcome performance anxiety and improve their focus. * **Self-Esteem Issues and Confidence Building:** By reprocessing negative self-beliefs and past experiences, EMDR can help enhance self-esteem and confidence.
The EMDR therapy in Fuengirola and Mijas It is effective in multiple areas:
- Psychological trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Depression
- Phobias
- Bereavement and loss
- Self-esteem issues
- Stress and emotional blocks
- Difficult childhood experiences
- Relationship problems
Differences between EMDR and other therapies
Unlike other therapies more focused on analysis or prolonged exposure, EMDR:
- There is no need to constantly talk in detail about what happened
- Works directly on memory processing
- It allows for quicker alleviation of discomfort in many cases
- Integrate emotions, body, and cognition
This makes it an especially useful therapy for people who feel they “understand what's going on with them” but can't manage to change how they feel.
What happens in the brain during EMDR therapy?
During the EMDR process, natural brain mechanisms are activated to allow for the reprocessing of emotional information.
A better connection occurs between:
- Emotional systems (like the amygdala)
- Memory (hippocampus)
- Regulation (prefrontal cortex)
This makes it easier for the memory to stop being experienced as something current and become an integrated past experience.
What is the EMDR therapy process like at CALMA Psicólogos?
At CALMA Psicólogos (Fuengirola and Mijas) we carry out a structured process:
- Initial assessment and problem comprehension.
- Choosing the most suitable therapy
- Emotional preparation and resource development
- Identification of key memories
- Bilateral stimulation processing
- Integration and closure
Each process is personalised, respecting each person's pace.
Who can benefit from EMDR therapy?
EMDR therapy is indicated for adolescents and adults who:
- They have experienced traumatic events
- They feel persistent anxiety
- They emotionally block themselves.
- They repeat patterns they don't understand.
- They want to work on their emotional well-being in depth.
The importance of undertaking EMDR with qualified professionals
EMDR therapy must be administered by healthcare psychologists specifically trained in this approach.
At CALMA Psicólogos, we have two professionals who are officially and regularly trained in EMDR. For this reason, we guarantee a safe, professional environment tailored to each case, avoiding unguided interventions that could be ineffective or counterproductive.
Do you think you might need EMDR therapy?
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Before - During - After the session
What does a session include?
When you book a session with us, you are choosing a service that is divided into several actions, pre- and post-session.
In addition to a space designed for you: confidential, respectful and change-oriented.
Each online session is designed to offer you a complete therapeutic experience through the screen.
Preparation time prior to the session
Before the session, and based on the information you provide about the reason for the consultation. We work on preparing the best possible framework.
The online/face-to-face appointment
Exclusive space and time for you for the duration of the consultation session. Approximately 50 minutes, sometimes a little more, sometimes a little less, every day and every person is different and appointment times may vary, always prioritising what is best for your needs.
During the session we listen, we ask questions, and we take notes, The Commission's position on this issue is always in line with theality and empathy. With active listening in a non-judgmental space, but with an eclear and professional approach.
Preparation time for: Guidelines, materials, session outline
After the session and on the basis of the previous framing work, we spend time on guidelines:
- Personalised objectives tailored to your needs and your time. Guidelines, exercises, tasks and recommendations to achieve change.
- If necessary, we will make a summary of the session and work materials.
- Follow-up and reminder of appointments. By giving continuity and accompaniment during the therapy process, up to the moment of discharge.