Worksheet
Bilateral Stimulation Worksheet
This worksheet introduces bilateral stimulation techniques used in EMDR therapy sessions to help individuals process traumatic memories and regulate emotions. Use this resource to improve mental health, manage PTSD symptoms, and promote well-being in therapeutic settings or daily life.
How to Use This Worksheet
Review this guide to learn how bilateral stimulation is applied during EMDR therapy, including common techniques like eye movements, tactile taps, and auditory tones. Clients can use it to understand how alternating left-right sensory input engages both brain hemispheres, supports emotional regulation, and reduces the distress of trauma memories.
Who It’s For
This worksheet is designed for individuals dealing with trauma, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder who want to understand or use bilateral stimulation as part of EMDR therapy. It is ideal for those interested in emotional regulation, healing trauma, and supporting mental health with evidence-based techniques.
Expected Outcomes
- Increased self-awareness of physical sensations, emotions, and trauma memory distress during EMDR
- Improved emotional regulation and grounding before, during, and after therapeutic processing
- Familiarity with several bilateral stimulation techniques to use in sessions or independently
- Enhanced ability to access positive memories, relieve anxiety, and promote well-being using EMDR strategies
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References
Shapiro, F. (2018). Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy: Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures (3rd ed.). New York, NY: Guilford Press.
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