What is Eye Movement Therapy?

This cutting-edge therapeutic technique focuses on processing and releasing negative emotions and traumatic experiences by using eye movements.

Benefits of IEMT

1. Rapid Results: Clients may experience significant improvements in just a few sessions, making it an attractive option for those seeking quicker therapeutic results. 2. Content-Free Approach: Unlike traditional talk therapies, IEMT does not require clients to recount or discuss traumatic experiences in detail. This makes it suitable for individuals who may find it challenging to talk about their emotions. 3. Trauma Resolution: IEMT has shown promise in addressing trauma and its long term effects. By releasing the emotional charge tied to traumatic memories, individuals can find relief and healing. 4. Emotional Regulation: Through IEMT, clients learn to regulate their emotional responses, allowing them to deal with life's challenges with greater resilience and ease. 5. Personal Growth: IEMT is not limited to addressing negative emotions; it can also be applied to enhance positive emotions and promote personal growth.

Who Can Benefit from IEMT IEMT can benefit anyone struggling with a range of emotional issues, including anxiety, phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anger, guilt, and grief. It is also useful for those seeking personal development and improved emotional well-being.

The History of IEMT Integral Eye Movement Therapy, developed by Andrew T. Austin, is a brief, content-free, and solution-focused approach that integrates elements from various psychological theories. At its core, IEMT acknowledges the deep connection between emotions and eye movements, drawing inspiration from Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

The Link Between Eye Movements and Emotions

The eyes play a crucial role in processing and expressing emotions. IEMT recognizes that specific eye movements are associated with different emotional states. Through precise guidance by a skilled IEMT therapist, clients can explore and transform the way they perceive and respond to their emotions.

The Process of Integral Eye Movement Therapy During an IEMT session, the therapist facilitates a series of eye movement patterns while the client focuses on specific memories or issues that evoke emotional distress. The therapist observes the client's eye movements and identifies patterns that indicate unprocessed emotions tied to certain memories.

Through a systematic approach, the therapist guides the client in altering these eye movement patterns, effectively disrupting the connection between the emotion and the memory. As a result, the emotional charge associated with the memory is neutralized, allowing the client to experience a shift in their emotional responses.

How do I find out more? Contact me to book a session or to discuss how IEMT can help you.