EMDR: Getting Over Past Trauma for Good

EMDR: Getting Over Past Trauma for Good

Author: Dr Daniel & Tana Amen May 22, 2026 Duration: 47:13

This in throwback episode, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen first began their relationship, Tana was carrying past trauma from her past experiences. Daniel suggested a unique treatment method for getting over trauma, but Tana wasn't convinced. Yet when she finally gave in and decided to give it a try, it changed everything. In this episode of the podcast, the Amens explain what EMDR is, and how it can help you to finally leave your traumas where they belong - in the past.

 

 

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