The EMDR International Association is the leading professional organization dedicated to EMDR therapy — Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing — a psychotherapy approach proven effective for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. EMDRIA’s mission is to uphold the highest standards of practice, education, and research in this modality. It functions as both a hub for professional development and a trusted source of information for the public, ensuring that EMDR remains evidence-based, ethical, and accessible.
🧠 Targeting Unprocessed Memory
EMDR helps clients access and reprocess traumatic memories stored in the nervous system, reducing their emotional charge and freeing people from repeating patterns.
👁 Bilateral Stimulation
Through eye movements, tapping, or sound, EMDR activates both hemispheres of the brain, allowing old memories to be integrated into present awareness.
🌱 From Reactivity to Resilience
Clients often report that past memories lose their intensity, enabling them to respond with clarity and calm instead of reliving old pain.
🎓 Professional Training & Certification
EMDRIA provides education for therapists, certifying practitioners to ensure they meet rigorous clinical standards.
📚 Research & Resources
The association supports ongoing studies, publishes findings, and curates resources for both professionals and the public to deepen understanding of EMDR’s effectiveness.
🤝 Global Community of Practitioners
With thousands of members worldwide, EMDRIA creates a network of therapists committed to ethical, effective trauma healing.
🌍 Connecting Clients to Therapists
The organization maintains a directory to help people find trained EMDR practitioners in their area.
🕊 Ethical Standards
By setting clear guidelines for practice, EMDRIA ensures that therapy is delivered safely, compassionately, and effectively.
💡 Awareness & Advocacy
Beyond training, EMDRIA educates the public about trauma, resilience, and the potential of EMDR to transform lives.