EMDR therapy duration varies based on trauma history, goals, and readiness. Here is what influences the timeline, what happens in each phase, and how to set realistic expectations for treatment.
EMDR client readiness is not about following a timeline. It is about clinical judgment, nervous system capacity, and preparation that actually sticks. This guide helps EMDR therapists assess readiness for reprocessing without rushing the protocol or pushing clients faster than their system can handle.
