Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
Ethical Considerations of EMDR Marketing, Training, and Research
Author:
Jeffrey S. Yarvis, Department of Social Work, University of Georgia and U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School
Christina Spivey, Department of Social Work, University of Georgia.
Author
Note:
Correspondence concerning this article should be addressed to Jeffrey S. Yarvis, The University of Georgia, School of Social Work, Tucker Hall, Athens, GA 30602. E-mail: armymsw@arches.uga.edu.
Abstract:
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) has been both popularized and criticized in recent literature. Although a number of investigators continue to examine the efficacy of EMDR, few articles have critically evaluated the training practices and requirements for EMDR certification. This editorial is a qualitative and informal look into some of the training practices and requirements of EMDR level I training. The marketing of EMDR is discussed to identify ethical concerns relevant to EMDR’s promotion.
