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Sophie Halma, LPC 9/15/26 Sophie Halma, LPC 9/15/26

Five Books I Keep Recommending in Session and Why

If you've sat on the couch across from me in therapy, chances are you have heard me yap about a book that applies to a situation that you’re dealing with. There are a handful of titles that come up in my office most, especially for clients who are pregnant or postpartum, or are experiencing tricky family dynamics in their families of origin. These are the books I am emailing clients links to after session time and time again.

What is EMDR?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based psychotherapy technique primarily used to treat trauma, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR helps individuals process and resolve distressing memories, allowing them to reduce their emotional intensity and negative impact. While commonly associated with PTSD treatment, it can also be beneficial for other challenges like depression, phobias, and panic disorders.