EMDR: A way out of hell.

EMDR: A Way Out of Misery for PTSD and Anxiety Sufferers  By Karen Baluch, LPCC-S, LICDI, LMHC, Certified EMDR Practitioner The focus of this article is to summarize the EMDR method and its outcome for an improved understanding of options for those suffering with PTSD and anxiety. It is not a review of all of the options available but as a guide for those considering EMDR. Trauma is the root cause of PTSD and many anxiety disorders.  Causes for anxiety have many reasons some of which may include having a poor support system or having no outlet for coping with life stressors. Life stressors/traumas can include; domestic violence, experiences in childhood, war, poverty, death, sexual abuse or homelessness just to name a few.  Of course there are many overlapping conditions that can wrap themselves around into a complicated scenario which leave many wondering how to treat and manage mental health illnesses.  In general the symptoms of PTSD can include nightmares, fear b...