Insurance Accepted and Fees Vary Depending on Provider. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a psychotherapy approach designed to help individuals process and overcome traumatic memories and distressing experiences. During an EMDR session, the therapist helps the client focus on a specific traumatic memory while simultaneously engaging in bilateral stimulation. This process is believed to facilitate the reprocessing of the memory, allowing it to be integrated in a more adaptive way. The goal is to reduce the emotional charge associated with the memory and help the individual develop healthier perspectives and coping mechanisms.