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TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – Many people seek ways to distract or disconnect rather than a treatment option that works on the root of the issue.
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Cottonwood Tucson offers a range of therapies that go beyond the traditional model and promote treating mental health in a positive way.
One form offered is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR.
EMDR serves as a way to work through trauma using eye movement. The therapy is meant to help change the thoughts and feelings connected with the trauma.
Seeking types of treatment that work on the root cause can be more beneficial than other negative techniques such as cannabis use, self-harm or other substance abuse.
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Sallie M Tyrell Specialty Therapist at Cottonwood Tucson joined 13 News’ Devyn Shea on Tucson Now to talk about the benefits of EMDR and the negative effects of self-medicating.
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