78. How to choose an EMDR target to process

Podcast: The EMDR Doctor Podcast · Dr Caroline Lloyd

Opublikowano: 2026-09-27

In this episode, Dr. Caroline Lloyd addresses how to choose a memory target for EMDR, emphasizing that there's no "wrong" choice, but some will be more effective than others. She introduces the "wheelbarrow of trauma" analogy, explains the concepts of "memory networks”, “chunking”, and working with past, present and future targets. Key Points: 1. No target is truly "wrong" – Any memory chosen for EMDR that carries distress will contribute to healing in some way. Practitioners and clients shouldn't get overly anxious about picking the "perfect" target, as even an imperfect choice will still create progress...