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This is the listing page for all News articles from the Summer 2025 Edition
From the EMDR_UK Instagram page
Summer 2025
For those who don’t yet know, EMDR UK has an Instagram page that is definitely worth following https://www.instagram.com/emdr_uk Here is an example post that I have permission to share: Planting for the planet 23 June, 2025 “In a forest of a hundred thousand trees, no two leaves are alike. And no two journeys along the […]
A note from the editor
Summer 2025
Hello, my name is Dean Whybrow, and I am the Editor for the EMDR Therapy Quarterly (ETQ). This is the second edition of the ETQ during my tenure, and I want to begin by extending heartfelt thanks to all our contributors—whether you’ve submitted SIG and committee updates, shared clinical insights, or offered bold new perspectives. […]
Book Review: Psychedelic-assisted EMDR therapy: A memory-consolidation approach to psychedelic healing.
Summer 2025
This book introduces the Psych-A EMDR protocol, integrating EMDR with psychedelic experiences. It offers a trauma-informed, safety-first approach, blending EMDR’s eight-phase model with insights into various psychedelics. While promising, its application remains limited in the UK due to legal restrictions. A timely, innovative read for EMDR practitioners exploring emerging therapies.
Accreditation? – Why Bother? I’m Great!
Summer 2025
Jessica Woolliscroft reflects on EMDR Europe’s Consultants’ Day, highlighting the ethical and relational importance of accreditation. Mentorship, humility, and staying research-informed are key to supporting supervisees and maintaining professional standards. Accreditation fosters growth, protects against burnout, and strengthens trust between therapists and clients.
Letter to the Editor – EMDR Therapy Quarterly
Summer 2025
Clinician Alexander Laurie reflects on integrating EMDR with the Power Threat Meaning Framework (PTMF) in forensic settings.
A new frontier: EMDR in the treatment of personality disorders
Summer 2025
After 25 years of ineffective therapy for borderline personality disorder, Lizet underwent a four-day EMDR treatment that addressed deep trauma and led to lasting recovery. Her case suggests personality disorders may stem from trauma adaptations, not inherent flaws, and highlights EMDR’s potential for rapid, transformative healing.