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Originally Posted by Kacey2
Hi Summeryoga,
I had a psychiatrist that wanted to do EMDR with me and my t (who works with this pdoc) strongly disagreed. He told me that it would blow my mind right up. I am not trying to scare you. I guess I am just wondering if you and your t both know the extent of the trauma you are trying to process and if it is one item or many? Did she prepare you for any of the possible negative side effects? Have you went over and mastered some coping skills or distress tolerance? I thought it may be a quick fix for me and fast relief but my t held firm and I am glad he did. Please be careful. I am interested to know what you decide and if it works. Good luck! KC
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Yup, she has prepared me with coping skills/distress tolerance. I think I'm a bit of an anomaly because we're using it not for PTSD as most people, but for getting to the bottom of habitual harmful beliefs and behaviors brought on by an overall neglectful childhood. My gut tells me to do it, because I trust her and I do think she's prepared me well. I guess my fear is that we may rip the bandaid off something so painful that I'll end up depressed. I will update you after Friday.
Thanks
