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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an effective trauma therapy that has the potential to be adapted for people with a range of diverse needs. It is both structured and client-centred, enabling each person to make sense of their experiences in a unique way. Making EMDR Accessible supports practitioners in recognising barriers and adapting their practice for neurodivergent clients or anyone who communicates or engages with therapy in different ways.
Drawing on two decades of clinical experience, Naomi Fisher guides readers step-by-step through every phase of EMDR, highlighting where challenges commonly arise and offering practical and containing adaptations grounded in clinical formulation, current understanding of trauma, and research. With clear explanations and compelling case examples, she demonstrates how EMDR therapists can flex to meet a wide range of sensory needs, cognitive styles, and communication preferences.
Clear, concise, and rooted in real-world practice, this book equips EMDR practitioners to deliver safer, more effective therapy to a wider range of clients.
Drawing on two decades of clinical experience, Naomi Fisher guides readers step-by-step through every phase of EMDR, highlighting where challenges commonly arise and offering practical and containing adaptations grounded in clinical formulation, current understanding of trauma, and research. With clear explanations and compelling case examples, she demonstrates how EMDR therapists can flex to meet a wide range of sensory needs, cognitive styles, and communication preferences.
Clear, concise, and rooted in real-world practice, this book equips EMDR practitioners to deliver safer, more effective therapy to a wider range of clients.
Reviews
I am pleased to recommend Naomi Fisher's book on EMDR adaptations for neurodiversity to all psychotherapists who utilize EMDR. It shows with many examples how to address and target different types of pathogenic memories and how to work with discrimination especially - going through the 8 Phases of the EMDR standard protocol. In the present era, this book is exceedingly necessary. It improved my comprehension of what my patients are entitled to.
This book addresses a crucial gap in the field by balancing respect for the core elements of the EMDR Standard Protocol with a strong appreciation of the creativity, flexibility, and clinical judgement needed in therapeutic work. Well organised, accessible, and enriched by clinical material, it is a warmly recommended read.
This book redefines EMDR by focusing on core principles rather than rigid protocols, helping therapists tailor treatment to individual clients - especially those with neurodiversity. Clear, practical, and example-rich, it equips therapists to adapt EMDR beyond typical PTSD cases, making it essential reading for practitioners working with both adults and children.