Areas of Expertise

Definition:  An EMDR Intensive is a focused, time-efficient approach to trauma therapy, condensing multiple EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) sessions into a shorter time frame, typically over a few days. Rather than weekly sessions spread over months, this format allows for concentrated therapeutic work, ideal for individuals seeking faster relief from trauma-related symptoms such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. During the intensive, participants engage in extended therapy sessions that follow the standard EMDR protocol—processing traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation (eye movements, taps, or sounds)—and incorporating stress management techniques to ensure emotional stability throughout the process.

 

Efficacy:  EMDR is widely regarded as one of the most effective treatments for trauma, with over 30 randomized controlled trials demonstrating significant reductions in PTSD symptoms. Studies show that 77.7% to 90% of individuals with PTSD experience substantial symptom relief after EMDR. Research also supports the efficacy of EMDR Intensives, with meta-analyses indicating moderate to large effect sizes for reductions in PTSD, anxiety, and depression.  This accelerated format can deliver quicker results for those seeking immediate relief from trauma.

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Definition: The Flash technique is a trauma processing method based on EMDR principles that allows clients to process traumatic memories with minimal conscious engagement. Clients focus on positive or neutral thoughts, while the traumatic memory is processed subconsciously, reducing emotional distress without direct recall of the trauma.  Process trauma while talking about your favorite hobby!

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Efficacy: A study found that 83% of participants who used the Flash technique experienced a reduction in the emotional intensity of traumatic memories after just one session. In a clinical trial, 77% of patients reported substantial symptom reduction in fewer sessions compared to traditional EMDR approaches. It is especially effective for clients who find direct engagement with traumatic material too distressing, providing a faster and less confrontational therapeutic experience.

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Definition:  Rapid Somatic Pendulation (RSP) is a trauma or emotional processing technique developed by Nate Prentice in 2023 to rapidly process strong emotion and trauma.  It is based on the theories underlying EMDR, Flash, Memory Reconsolidation, and Clinical Hypnosis.  It provides very rapid shifts in strong emotions, and carries with it the potential to be used outside of the therapy office with at least partial resolution in usually 1--2 minutes.  In addition, it focuses chiefly on the body sensations associated with the troubling thoughts and emotions, so the triggering material can be dismissed throughout the process.  Finally, it can be used without the use of externally visible bilateral stimulation (e.g. eye movements, electronic hand tappers, tapping parts of the body, etc.  

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Efficacy:  At this time, there have been no peer reviewed studies, and it is at the case study level of research (describing its use and applicability in the academic literature with a call for more formal research)  Evidence, therefore, is anecdotal.  However, in a year of using it with clients, there have been no reports of negative effects, and all clients who have received it (over 50 at this time), have reported improvement in managing emotions and trauma, and also appreciate the ability to use it between sessions.  The only population that has consistently not benefitted from it are people who have very concrete, literal thinking (e.g. when asked what does "Don't cry over spilled milk" mean, they respond, "It would make a mess".  Mr. Prentice is available to discuss whether or not this would be right for you.