EMDR Therapy: Protocols for Anxiety, Mood Disorders, and Trauma. PART 2

EMDR therapy to treat mood disorders, specifically bipolar disorder and postpartum depression (PPD). For bipolar disorder, it details protocols for addressing trauma, enhancing illness awareness, managing manic symptoms, and improving medication adherence, emphasizing a collaborative approach between EMDR therapists and psychiatrists. Regarding PPD, the material outlines methods for preventing birth trauma and PPD in pregnant women through resource development and installation, and specific protocols tailored for individual and group settings are described. The excerpts also discuss identifying episode triggers and irrational beliefs that contribute to depression, highlighting the importance of trauma mapping and processing specific memories associated with depressive states. Finally, the protocols contain a history taking guide and several templates to help the therapist with their work. Throughout, the text stresses the importance of individualized treatment plans and adapting EMDR techniques to address the unique needs of patients with mood disorders.