Making EMDR Accessible: Adaptations for Neurodiversity and Other Differences

This book supports practitioners in recognizing barriers and adapting their practice for neurodivergent clients or anyone who communicates or engages with therapy in different ways. Drawing on two decades of clinical experience, Naomi Fisher guides readers step-by-step through every phase of EMDR, highlighting where challenges commonly arise and offering practical adaptations grounded in clinical formulation, current understanding of trauma, and research.

With clear explanations and compelling case examples, this guide demonstrates how EMDR therapists can flex to meet a wide range of sensory needs, cognitive styles, and communication preferences. Clear, concise, and rooted in real-world practice, this book equips EMDR practitioners to deliver safer, more effective therapy to a wider range of clients.

Key Features/Benefits:

• Supports practitioners in adapting EMDR for neurodivergent clients and diverse needs.
• Provides step-by-step guidance through all phases of EMDR.
• Offers practical adaptations grounded in clinical formulation, trauma understanding, and research.
• Includes clear explanations and compelling case examples.
• Helps therapists meet a wide range of sensory needs, cognitive styles, and communication preferences.
• Equips practitioners to deliver safer, more effective therapy.

Specifications:

• Author: Naomi Fisher
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Publication Date: September 21, 2026
• Language: English
• Print Length: 224 pages
• Binding: Paperback
• Dimensions: 12.7 x 0.51 x 17.78 cm
• Weight: 280 g
• ISBN-10: 1399828886
• ISBN-13: 978-1399828888
• EAN: 9781399828888
• Data di uscita: 21.09.2026

This essential resource equips EMDR practitioners with the knowledge and tools to provide more inclusive and effective trauma therapy.