An evaluation of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy delivered remotely during the Covid–19 pandemic.

Iain W. McGowan; Naomi  Fisher; Justin Havens; Simon Proudlock

doi:10.1186/s12888-021-03571-x

An evaluation of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy delivered remotely during the Covid–19 pandemic.

Iain W. McGowan
, Naomi Fisher
, Justin Havens
, Simon Proudlock

School of Nursing and Midwifery

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Abstract

Background
In addition to having a negative impact on the physical and emotional health of the population, the global Covid–19 pandemic has necessitated psychotherapists moving their practice to online environments. This service evaluation examines the efficacy of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy delivered via the internet.

Methods
A real–world service evaluation was conducted from a self–selecting group of EMDR therapists that subscribe to either a JISCMail discussion list or either the UK or All Ireland National EMDR Associations. Author designed questionnaires were used to gather information on the efficacy of EMDR delivered online as well as client and therapist characteristics.

Results
Thirty-three therapists provided efficacy data on a total of 93 patients. Statistically significant and clinically meaningful reductions were found in all four-psychometrics used both in adult and children and young people populations. Client outcome was not related to therapist experience.

Conclusions
EMDR delivered via the internet can be an effective treatment for clients experiencing mental health issues.

Original language	English
Article number	560
Number of pages	8
Journal	BMC Psychiatry
Volume	21
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-021-03571-x
Publication status	Published - 11 Nov 2021

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Keywords

EMDR therapy
Covid 19
online interventions
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy

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