Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a groundbreaking therapy technique that works directly with our brain to reprogram the way that we view distressing experiences (like traumas) in our lives. ART often times alleviates or eliminates the physical or emotional reactions that we have to stressors or triggers. It's been proven effective in treating PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Phobias, Addiction, Chronic Pain, and other issues (Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery, 2023).
How does it work?
ART isn't talk therapy. Unlike traditional therapies, if you don't want to share the details of your trauma, YOU DON'T HAVE TO. Yes, you read that correctly! You don't have to re-traumatize yourself by telling the story of your trauma. ART combines rapid eye movements with numerous other therapeutic modalities to process and re-shape the way we view the traumas we experienced (The International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy, 2023). You only need to be able to do three things: 1. Be able to participate in the rapid eye movements that are a part of the technique. 2. Be able to follow simple directions. 3. Be sick and tired of feeling sick and tired! The eye movements and my directive approach will do all of the rest. All you have to do is let your brain do the work.
Sound Too Good To Be True?
Trust me. I get it. I thought the same thing, but I educated myself on ART and even had the technique done on myself and to my surprise, it worked! A loss in my own life became a very different experience after participating in ART (and that has remained the case). This led to my decision to get trained and certified in ART and I can honestly say that it's the best thing I've ever done for my clients. Many are able to successfully leave therapy much more quickly (and with lasting results) than they would've with traditional talk therapy. If you're still a skeptic, here are some places where you can get more info and make an educated decision.
Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery: Accelerated Resolution Therapy - Treating Trauma
The International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy: About IS-ART - International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Tedx Talks/ Youtube.com: The Power of Eye Movements: The ART of Accelerated Resolution Therapy | Yolanda Harper | TEDxUTampa - YouTube
The International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy: About IS-ART - International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Tedx Talks/ Youtube.com: The Power of Eye Movements: The ART of Accelerated Resolution Therapy | Yolanda Harper | TEDxUTampa - YouTube
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Citations: TedxTalks, (2018, March 30). The Power of Eye Movements: The ART of Accelerated Resolution Therapy | Yolanda Harper | TEDxUTampa (Video). Youtube.com. https://youtu.be/oXhOts-IjxI.
The International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy. (2023, March 31). About IS-ART. The International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy. About IS-ART - International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery. (2023, March 31). Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery. Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery. Accelerated Resolution Therapy - Treating Trauma.
Citations: TedxTalks, (2018, March 30). The Power of Eye Movements: The ART of Accelerated Resolution Therapy | Yolanda Harper | TEDxUTampa (Video). Youtube.com. https://youtu.be/oXhOts-IjxI.
The International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy. (2023, March 31). About IS-ART. The International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy. About IS-ART - International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery. (2023, March 31). Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery. Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery. Accelerated Resolution Therapy - Treating Trauma.