Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Notes

Client Name: John Doe Date: 1 November 2024 Preparation Phase Completed: Yes Presenting Issue or Memory Image: - Most Disturbing Image: A car accident scene with broken glass and blood Negative Cognition: - Negative Cognition: I am powerless Positive Cognition: - Positive Cognition: I am in control of my life Validity of Cognition (VoC): - VoC Rating: 3 Emotions: - Emotions Experienced: Fear, anxiety, helplessness SUDs: - SUDs Rating: 8 Location of Body Sensation: - Body Sensation: Tightness in the chest Desensitize: - Desensitization Process: Eye movements were used, and the client reported a decrease in anxiety levels Processing and Checking for New Channels: - Processing Notes: New memories of feeling trapped in the car emerged Installation: - Positive Cognition Validation: The client rated the positive cognition as a 5 after installation - Installation Process: Reinforced the belief of being in control through visualization exercises Body Scan: - Body Scan Results: Noted tension in shoulders, which was addressed with deep breathing exercises Procedure for Closing an Incomplete Session: - Incomplete Session Notes: N/A - Containment Exercise: N/A Closure: - Debriefing the Experience: Discussed the reduction in anxiety and new insights about control - Future Work: Plan to address feelings of helplessness in future sessions Notes: - Observations or Issues for Future Sessions: Explore deeper feelings of powerlessness and develop coping strategies