Hollywood often portrays Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in dramatized ways for the sake of storytelling. A character sees something that feels familiar, gasps suddenly, and their eyes widen.

After a desensitization session it is not uncommon to feel a bit sleepy or fatigue. Just because the 60-90 min session with the therapist may be over however the brain doesn’t stop processing and helping to resolve traumatic material

Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) has become increasingly popular over the last few years. It’s a safe, effective, and unique form of therapy that can be especially helpful for people who have experienced trauma.