The EMDR Doctor Podcast

Dr Caroline Lloyd
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The EMDR Doctor Podcast

Dr Caroline is a Mental Health GP who is passionate about helping her clients resolve their difficult memories using EMDR. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing is an amazingly effective therapy for trauma and difficult memories. This podcast demystifies EMDR. Dr Caroline shares all her knowledge and experience to help you decide if EMDR is for you, and how best to get the most from your EMDR journey.

  1. 18. Understanding Dissociation: What It Is and How EMDR Can Help

    2024. 12. 05.

    18. Understanding Dissociation: What It Is and How EMDR Can Help

    In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd dives into the fascinating and often misunderstood topic of dissociation. Dr. Lloyd explains how dissociation, a natural and protective brain function, helps individuals cope with overwhelming situations. From mild forms like daydreaming to more complex manifestations, she sheds light on the spectrum of dissociative experiences and their relevance in mental health and trauma therapy. In This Episode, You'll Learn: What dissociation is and why it’s an incredible protective mechanism of the brain Common examples of dissociation, such as zoning out during a drive or while watching a movie The difference between depersonalisation (feeling unreal) and derealisation (feeling like the world isn’t real) How dissociation manifests during EMDR sessions and strategies for managing it Practical grounding techniques to reduce dissociation and stay present during moments of stress Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd emphasizes that dissociation is not a sign of failure but a natural coping mechanism. Insight into how EMDR therapists handle dissociation during sessions, ensuring clients feel safe and supported. A discussion about dissociated memories and how EMDR can help unlock or process these when appropriate. Resources Mentioned: Websites: di.org.au and origin.org.au for additional resources on dissociation Book: Dissociation Made Simple by Jamie Merrick for a deeper exploration of the topic Contact and Feedback: Want to learn more about dissociation or explore EMDR therapy? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website at emdrdoctor.com.au or email her at admin@therapyness.com.au. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd explores topics like dissociated identities and advanced EMDR techniques. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she demystifies dissociation, offering practical strategies and compassionate understanding for navigating this powerful brain function. Thanks for listening!

    17분
  2. 17. Am I Doing EMDR Right? Addressing Common Fears

    2024. 11. 28.

    17. Am I Doing EMDR Right? Addressing Common Fears

    In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd tackles one of the most common questions clients have: Am I doing EMDR right? Dr. Lloyd explains why there’s no “wrong” way to process during EMDR and reassures listeners that every experience is valid and unique. She provides practical insights into the different ways clients process memories, emotions, and sensations during therapy and shares how therapists adapt to individual needs. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why there’s no single “right way” to do EMDR and how every client’s experience is unique How EMDR therapists handle “too much” or “too little” emotion during sessions The role of bodily sensations, emotions, and images in the processing journey Why concerns like “I feel too much” or “I don’t feel anything” are common and how they’re addressed The importance of allowing emotions to peak and subside naturally during EMDR sessions Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd explains how the framework of EMDR provides structure, while allowing flexibility for each client’s processing style. Insight into how dissociation and other defense mechanisms are not “wrong” but provide valuable information for guiding therapy. Encouragement for clients to embrace their unique experiences without fear of judgment or failure. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Lloyd’s early episodes covering the eight phases of EMDR for a deeper understanding of the therapy framework. Information about her upcoming membership program offering monthly online EMDR sessions and mental health resources. Contact and Feedback: Want to explore EMDR therapy or join Dr. Lloyd’s membership program? Visit her website for more details. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd explores topics like dissociation and other aspects of the EMDR process. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she dispels fears and empowers listeners to trust their individual journeys with EMDR therapy. Thanks for listening!

    13분
  3. 16. The Power of Imagination in EMDR Therapy

    2024. 11. 19.

    16. The Power of Imagination in EMDR Therapy

    In this captivating episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd explores the surprising role of imagination in EMDR therapy. While some may find the concept a bit unconventional, Dr. Lloyd explains how imagination can be a playful, creative, and highly effective tool for resolving trauma. By reshaping difficult memories with imaginative elements, EMDR therapists can help clients achieve profound healing and emotional relief. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How imagination can be used in EMDR to destabilize and transform traumatic memories The science behind memory retrieval and how each recollection slightly alters the memory Examples of using imagination to create safety and empowerment within difficult memories The interplay between memory and imagination in shaping our perception of past and future events How imaginative techniques are also used in therapies like Gestalt, Schema Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd shares a delightful client story where Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles transformed a childhood memory of fear into one of empowerment and safety. Insight into how imagination draws on memory to create new emotional experiences and resolve trauma. Personal anecdotes, including Dr. Lloyd’s use of EMDR on herself to process distress from watching a horror movie. Resources Mentioned: Techniques such as Calm Place, protector figures, and imaginative re-scripting within EMDR therapy Additional therapies like Gestalt, Schema Therapy, and IFS that use imagination creatively Contact and Feedback: Interested in exploring EMDR therapy? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website to learn more or join her online EMDR program. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd delves deeper into the transformative power of EMDR and its innovative techniques. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she shows how a little imagination can go a long way in reshaping memories, fostering healing, and bringing a sense of playfulness to the EMDR process. Thanks for listening!

    12분
  4. 15. EMDR and Pregnancy

    2024. 11. 07.

    15. EMDR and Pregnancy

    In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd discusses the benefits and safety of EMDR therapy during pregnancy. She addresses common concerns about processing emotions while pregnant and shares how EMDR can help alleviate fears, traumatic memories, and stress that might overshadow the experience of pregnancy. Backed by research, Dr. Lloyd explains why EMDR is a safe and effective option for expectant mothers. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why EMDR is a safe therapeutic option during pregnancy, backed by multiple studies How EMDR can help with a range of pregnancy-related concerns, including previous birth trauma, miscarriage, infertility, and fear of delivery The temporary rise in cortisol during EMDR and why it’s not harmful to the baby How EMDR can reduce the likelihood of medical interventions in birth, such as induced labor, by addressing fears around childbirth Practical insights into timing EMDR sessions during pregnancy for maximum benefit and enjoyment Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd shares insights from a recent study showing that EMDR during pregnancy can reduce the likelihood of induced labor by seven times. An exploration of the cortisol release process during EMDR, how it temporarily rises and then lowers post-session, ultimately reducing long-term stress. Encouragement for pregnant women to seek support through EMDR, allowing them to release past traumas and focus on a peaceful, positive pregnancy experience. Resources Mentioned: Links to studies on EMDR’s safety and efficacy during pregnancy (included in show notes) Dr. Lloyd’s upcoming online EMDR group program starting on November 21st Contact and Feedback: Interested in joining the online EMDR program? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website for information and registration. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalised recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd continues to explore the benefits of EMDR for various mental health and life challenges. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she helps you understand the many ways EMDR can support a calm and happy pregnancy, empowering you to navigate this transformative time with confidence. Thanks for listening!

    12분
  5. 14. EMDR vs. Hypnosis: Understanding the Differences

    2024. 10. 28.

    14. EMDR vs. Hypnosis: Understanding the Differences

    In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd unpacks the differences between EMDR therapy and hypnosis, two therapeutic techniques that often get compared due to their transformative effects and use of eye movements. Dr. Lloyd explains why she favours EMDR in her practice, especially for trauma work, and how each method offers a distinct approach to healing. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Key differences between EMDR and hypnosis, including their effects on consciousness and state of mind Why EMDR keeps clients fully alert and awake, while hypnosis induces a deeply relaxed state for suggestion The role of client-led healing in EMDR versus therapist-led guidance in hypnosis How trauma can impact one’s comfort with relaxation techniques, making EMDR a more suitable option for trauma survivors The unique creative elements within both EMDR and hypnosis that can support personalized healing Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd shares her preference for EMDR due to its focus on empowering clients to heal at their own pace. An overview of why EMDR’s non-altered state is often safer and more effective for those with a history of trauma. Insights into how EMDR serves as a comprehensive, eight-phase therapy model, while hypnosis is generally a tool used within other therapeutic frameworks. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Lloyd’s upcoming six-week online EMDR course, designed for individuals ready to process difficult memories in a supportive group setting. Contact and Feedback: Want to learn more or join the online course? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website for information and registration. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd continues to explore EMDR’s unique benefits for various mental health challenges. Follow the podcast to stay informed about the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she guides you through the distinct worlds of EMDR and hypnosis, offering insights into how each approach can support healing. Thanks for listening!

    10분
  6. 13. Navigating Grief and Loss with EMDR

    2024. 10. 22.

    13. Navigating Grief and Loss with EMDR

    In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd dives deep into how EMDR can assist in processing complex grief and loss. From resolving unfinished business with loved ones to getting unstuck from the pain of loss, Dr. Lloyd explains how EMDR therapy can help people navigate through the grieving process. She also shares personal anecdotes and insights from her practice, illustrating how powerful EMDR can be in healing grief. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How EMDR helps process grief without erasing the love or memories associated with the person The different types of grief, including the grief of losing a relationship, a dream, or innocence, and how EMDR helps each Why unresolved grief can become stuck and how EMDR can move it forward by addressing the trauma associated with the loss Techniques for resolving unfinished business through EMDR, allowing closure for unsaid goodbyes or unresolved conflicts Examples from Dr. Lloyd’s practice where clients have experienced profound relief from grief through EMDR Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd’s first EMDR session with a client grieving a suicide loss, and how laughter returned after nearly two decades of grief. Understanding that EMDR won’t take away grief, but it can remove the pain associated with traumatic memories, allowing for more peaceful and positive recollections of the loved one. Insight into how societal pressures often force people to avoid or delay grieving, and how EMDR can start or complete the grieving process that has been stalled. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Lloyd’s online EMDR course, which is designed to help participants work through trauma, grief, and other emotional issues in a supportive, small group setting. Contact and Feedback: Want to learn more or participate in the upcoming online course? Visit Dr. Lloyd’s website for more information and to register. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalised recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd will continue to explore the many facets of EMDR therapy and how it can assist with different mental health challenges. Follow the podcast to stay informed about the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she guides you through the profound process of healing grief with EMDR, offering tools and insights to help you move forward in a healthy, compassionate way. Thanks for listening!

    14분
  7. 12. Big T, little t: Trauma and the Role of EMDR

    2024. 10. 14.

    12. Big T, little t: Trauma and the Role of EMDR

    In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr Caroline reflects on a rewarding week having completed a group EMDR program at Cabrini and gearing up to present at the Asia Pacific Conference on Women's Health. The episode delves into the nature of trauma, differentiating between big T and little T traumas, and discusses how EMDR therapy helps in processing and mitigating these traumas. Dr Caroline explains the concept of traumatic events overwhelming one's capacity to cope, influenced by personal characteristics and situational factors. Emphasis is placed on the adaptability of the brain to heal through EMDR, highlighting the positive transformation in patients' lives as they resolve their traumas. While PTSD and complex PTSD are briefly mentioned, they are slated to be covered in more depth in future episodes. 00:00 Welcome to the EMDR Doctor Podcast 00:14 Exciting Week at Cabrini 00:44 Upcoming Presentation on Women's Health 01:12 Introduction to Trauma 03:19 Big T Trauma Explained 05:12 Understanding Small T Trauma 07:03 Treating Trauma with EMDR 10:04 Factors Influencing Coping 14:39 Conclusion and Future Topics Contact and Feedback: Have more questions or want to learn about a specific EMDR format? Reach out to Dr. Caroline Lloyd via her website emdrdoctor.com.au or social media for personalised contact. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalised recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Caroline Lloyd will continue to explore the many facets of EMDR therapy and mental health. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she helps you discover how Big T and little t trauma impact upon your life and how EMDR can help. Thanks for tuning in!

    16분
  8. 11. Different Deliveries of EMDR

    2024. 10. 04.

    11. Different Deliveries of EMDR

    In this episode of the EMDR Doctor Podcast, Dr. Caroline Lloyd shares the various formats and innovative methods of delivering EMDR therapy. From the traditional one-on-one model to intensive, group, and even equine-assisted EMDR, Dr. Lloyd explains the pros and cons of each format and how they can be tailored to fit individual needs. Whether you're exploring therapy for the first time or curious about how EMDR can be delivered, this episode offers a wealth of options to consider. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The benefits and drawbacks of the classic one-on-one EMDR therapy format How online EMDR therapy is making sessions more accessible for rural and remote clients Insights into group EMDR therapy and how it can foster a sense of community while maintaining privacy The advantages of EMDR intensives for people who prefer shorter, more focused therapy sessions New, creative approaches to EMDR, such as equine-assisted therapy, drumming, and retreat-based EMDR programs Key Highlights: Dr. Lloyd shares her experience leading a group EMDR program and how participants found relief from distressing memories within a single session. A discussion on the logistics of online versus in-person EMDR, including how to handle privacy and convenience issues. How EMDR intensives and retreats are becoming popular alternatives for those seeking deep, rapid progress in therapy. Emerging therapeutic methods like equine-assisted EMDR and the potential benefits of combining EMDR with creative modalities like drumming. Resources Mentioned: EMDR retreats and intensives Innovative formats such as equine and drumming-assisted EMDR Contact and Feedback: Have more questions or want to learn about a specific EMDR format? Reach out to Dr. Lloyd via her website or social media for personalised advice. Note: This podcast provides general information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalised recommendations. Subscribe & Stay Connected: Don’t miss future episodes where Dr. Lloyd will continue to explore the many facets of EMDR therapy and mental health. Follow the podcast to stay updated on the latest expert insights and discussions. Join Dr. Caroline Lloyd as she helps you discover the EMDR format that best suits your needs, whether you're seeking traditional therapy, group support, or something more unique like equine-assisted EMDR. Thanks for tuning in!

    29분
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Dr Caroline is a Mental Health GP who is passionate about helping her clients resolve their difficult memories using EMDR. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing is an amazingly effective therapy for trauma and difficult memories. This podcast demystifies EMDR. Dr Caroline shares all her knowledge and experience to help you decide if EMDR is for you, and how best to get the most from your EMDR journey.

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