The EMDR Doctor Podcast

In this captivating episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd explores the surprising role of imagination in EMDR therapy. While some may find the concept a bit unconventional, Dr. Lloyd explains how imagination can be a playful, creative, and highly effective tool for resolving trauma. By reshaping difficult memories with imaginative elements, EMDR therapists can help clients achieve profound healing and emotional relief. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How imagination can be used in EMDR to destabilize and transform traumatic memories The science behind memory retrieval and how each recollection slightly alters the memory Examples of using imagination to create safety and empowerment within difficult memories The interplay between memory and imagination in shaping our perception of past and future events How imaginative techniques are also used in therapies like Gestalt, Schema Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd shares a delightful client story where Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles transformed a childhood memory of fear into one of empowerment and safety. Insight into how imagination draws on memory to create new emotional experiences and resolve trauma. Personal anecdotes, including Dr. Lloyd’s use of EMDR on herself to process distress from watching a horror movie. Resources Mentioned: Techniques such as Calm Place, protector figures, and imaginative re-scripting within EMDR therapy Additional therapies like Gestalt, Schema Therapy, and IFS that use imagination creatively Contact and Feedback: Interested in exploring EMDR therapy? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website to learn more or join her online EMDR program. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd delves deeper into the transformative power of EMDR and its innovative techniques. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she shows how a little imagination can go a long way in reshaping memories, fostering healing, and bringing a sense of playfulness to the EMDR process. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd discusses the benefits and safety of EMDR therapy during pregnancy. She addresses common concerns about processing emotions while pregnant and shares how EMDR can help alleviate fears, traumatic memories, and stress that might overshadow the experience of pregnancy. Backed by research, Dr. Lloyd explains why EMDR is a safe and effective option for expectant mothers. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why EMDR is a safe therapeutic option during pregnancy, backed by multiple studies How EMDR can help with a range of pregnancy-related concerns, including previous birth trauma, miscarriage, infertility, and fear of delivery The temporary rise in cortisol during EMDR and why it’s not harmful to the baby How EMDR can reduce the likelihood of medical interventions in birth, such as induced labor, by addressing fears around childbirth Practical insights into timing EMDR sessions during pregnancy for maximum benefit and enjoyment Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd shares insights from a recent study showing that EMDR during pregnancy can reduce the likelihood of induced labor by seven times. An exploration of the cortisol release process during EMDR, how it temporarily rises and then lowers post-session, ultimately reducing long-term stress. Encouragement for pregnant women to seek support through EMDR, allowing them to release past traumas and focus on a peaceful, positive pregnancy experience. Resources Mentioned: Links to studies on EMDR’s safety and efficacy during pregnancy (included in show notes) Dr. Lloyd’s upcoming online EMDR group program starting on November 21st Contact and Feedback: Interested in joining the online EMDR program? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website for information and registration. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalised recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd continues to explore the benefits of EMDR for various mental health and life challenges. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she helps you understand the many ways EMDR can support a calm and happy pregnancy, empowering you to navigate this transformative time with confidence. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd unpacks the differences between EMDR therapy and hypnosis, two therapeutic techniques that often get compared due to their transformative effects and use of eye movements. Dr. Lloyd explains why she favours EMDR in her practice, especially for trauma work, and how each method offers a distinct approach to healing. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Key differences between EMDR and hypnosis, including their effects on consciousness and state of mind Why EMDR keeps clients fully alert and awake, while hypnosis induces a deeply relaxed state for suggestion The role of client-led healing in EMDR versus therapist-led guidance in hypnosis How trauma can impact one’s comfort with relaxation techniques, making EMDR a more suitable option for trauma survivors The unique creative elements within both EMDR and hypnosis that can support personalized healing Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd shares her preference for EMDR due to its focus on empowering clients to heal at their own pace. An overview of why EMDR’s non-altered state is often safer and more effective for those with a history of trauma. Insights into how EMDR serves as a comprehensive, eight-phase therapy model, while hypnosis is generally a tool used within other therapeutic frameworks. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Lloyd’s upcoming six-week online EMDR course, designed for individuals ready to process difficult memories in a supportive group setting. Contact and Feedback: Want to learn more or join the online course? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website for information and registration. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd continues to explore EMDR’s unique benefits for various mental health challenges. Follow the podcast to stay informed about the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she guides you through the distinct worlds of EMDR and hypnosis, offering insights into how each approach can support healing. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd dives deep into how EMDR can assist in processing complex grief and loss. From resolving unfinished business with loved ones to getting unstuck from the pain of loss, Dr. Lloyd explains how EMDR therapy can help people navigate through the grieving process. She also shares personal anecdotes and insights from her practice, illustrating how powerful EMDR can be in healing grief. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How EMDR helps process grief without erasing the love or memories associated with the person The different types of grief, including the grief of losing a relationship, a dream, or innocence, and how EMDR helps each Why unresolved grief can become stuck and how EMDR can move it forward by addressing the trauma associated with the loss Techniques for resolving unfinished business through EMDR, allowing closure for unsaid goodbyes or unresolved conflicts Examples from Dr. Lloyd’s practice where clients have experienced profound relief from grief through EMDR Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd’s first EMDR session with a client grieving a suicide loss, and how laughter returned after nearly two decades of grief. Understanding that EMDR won’t take away grief, but it can remove the pain associated with traumatic memories, allowing for more peaceful and positive recollections of the loved one. Insight into how societal pressures often force people to avoid or delay grieving, and how EMDR can start or complete the grieving process that has been stalled. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Lloyd’s online EMDR course, which is designed to help participants work through trauma, grief, and other emotional issues in a supportive, small group setting. Contact and Feedback: Want to learn more or participate in the upcoming online course? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website for more information and to register. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalised recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd will continue to explore the many facets of EMDR therapy and how it can assist with different mental health challenges. Follow the podcast to stay informed about the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she guides you through the profound process of healing grief with EMDR, offering tools and insights to help you move forward in a healthy, compassionate way. Thanks for listening!