Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) 

The INDIGO Program is designed for patients with history of trauma who are interested in evidenced based treatment. This 8-12 week, structured, goal directed program uses multiple treatment modalities to encourage insight development, reduce stress, and foster the development of productive coping strategies.

INDIGO can have spiritual meaning and symbolism. It is thought to be the color of devotion, justice, creativity, dignity, and wisdom. It is these qualities that represent the collaboration, respect, training and wisdom imparted to patients who are looking for a unique, rigorous, and psychodynamic therapy experience.

One of the primary modalities utilized is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is an acronym for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy. It is therapy model based on the research of Francine Shapiro, which may be effective for relief of trauma symptoms in the right candidate. EMDR therapy operates on the notion of the mind body connection. EMDR integrates mind and body work via bilateral stimulation. Bilateral stimulation means eye movements, tones, or taps. It is hypothesized EMDR therapy may bring about newer, more productive neural (brain) pathways (Adaptive Information Pathways- AIP) with the potential to facilitate relief from less functional thought patterns- the thought patterns bringing about unwanted symptoms. One of the primary goals of EMDR therapy is to avoid re-traumatization. It is essential the patient understands they are in control of the milieu, and may stop at any time in the process.

Trauma may cause the brain to process and store memories in a way that prolongs distress. A conscious or unconscious trigger may provoke the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) and bring about unwanted symptoms. When this happens, the brain may behave as if the past disturbing event is happening in the present. EMDR therapy has the potential to create a more adaptive response to this stimulus so that the painful memories associated with the trauma lose their potency.

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