How do I know if this is the right treatment?

You don't decide that alone. During the intake and problem analysis, your lead practitioner looks together with you at which form best fits your symptoms, your goals and your context.

Can it also be online or in my own language?

Often, yes. We offer care on location in Eindhoven and Den Bosch, hybrid or via video calling, and tailor treatment to your language and cultural background.

Treatment · EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

EMDR is the go-to therapy for processing traumatic events. You bring the distressing memory to mind while doing a distracting task at the same time, such as following hand or sound movements.

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What it is

EMDR is the go-to therapy for processing traumatic events. You bring the distressing memory to mind while doing a distracting task at the same time, such as following hand or sound movements.

As a result the memory gradually loses its emotional charge: it still happened, but it no longer overwhelms you.

What you can expect

Effective for trauma and PTSD
Often results within a few sessions
Also usable for distressing memories without full PTSD

Helpful for

Symptoms for which EMDR is often used

Whether this treatment suits you is something we decide together during the intake. See per symptom which forms we use.

NumbnessMood & emotions FlashbacksTrauma & processing NightmaresTrauma & processing Always on guardTrauma & processing

Our approach

Always applied with an eye for your context

What is helpful differs from one world to another. At AndersGGZ we apply every treatment in a culturally sensitive way, with attention to your language, cultural values and the people around you. We don't impose our interpretation, but explore together what is right for you.

Related treatments

Exposure therapy

Step by step confronting what you avoid.

Systematic desensitisation

Reducing anxiety through a calm build-up, paired with relaxation.

Seeking Safety

Stability and safety first, especially with trauma and addiction together.

Good to know

Yes. Specialist mental health care falls under basic insurance and AndersGGZ has contracts with all relevant health insurers. Bear in mind your own risk (deductible). You need a referral.