Emdr therapy in Zonguldak

What is EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Therapy for Trauma)?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy approach used mainly for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). While the client briefly holds a distressing memory in mind, the therapist provides bilateral stimulation – side-to-side eye movements, alternating taps or sounds. The aim is to reduce the intense emotional charge of the memory so that it can be stored in a less disturbing way. The World Health Organization and many clinical guidelines recognise it as an effective treatment for PTSD. It should be delivered by a mental health professional trained in EMDR.

How is EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Therapy for Trauma) done?

1. History taking and treatment planning
2. Preparation: building a sense of safety and emotion regulation skills
3. Identifying the target memory and the negative belief linked to it
4. Desensitisation and reprocessing with bilateral stimulation
5. Installing a more helpful belief and reviewing progress

Who is EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Therapy for Trauma) suitable for?

• Post-traumatic stress disorder after accidents, earthquakes, assault or loss
• Intrusive distressing memories and nightmares
• Some anxiety disorders and phobias, after specialist assessment

Aftercare: what to watch out for

• Memories, dreams or emotions may feel stronger for a few days after a session; share this with your therapist.
• Use the calming and grounding techniques you have learned.
• If you have thoughts of harming yourself, contact your therapist straight away or call 112 in Turkey.

Possible side effects and risks

• Temporary emotional intensity during and after sessions
• Feeling overwhelmed if the preparation phase is rushed

Are there alternatives?

Trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy and prolonged exposure therapy are also effective for trauma. In some cases a psychiatrist may recommend medicine alongside therapy.

What affects the cost of emdr therapy in Zonguldak?

The cost of emdr therapy depends on factors such as session length; the therapist’s EMDR training and experience; whether the trauma is a single event or repeated, and is set by the doctor after an examination. Under Turkish rules on the advertising of health services, prices are not published on our site; you can ask the doctor directly when you request an appointment.

• Session length
• The therapist’s EMDR training and experience
• Whether the trauma is a single event or repeated

Getting treatment in Turkey as a visitor

• Ask the doctor for a written treatment plan, timeline and total cost before you travel.
• Check whether the doctor or clinic staff speak English, or bring a translator for the consultation.
• Plan enough time for check-ups after the procedure before your return flight.
• Keep copies of your X-rays, reports and the materials used (for example the implant brand) for your dentist or doctor at home.
• In an emergency in Turkey, call 112 (free, 24/7). For poisoning, the National Poison Information Centre is 114.