What is actually happening in your brain during EMDR therapy?

In this episode of the Zero Disturbance Podcast, Kambria Evans breaks down one of the most misunderstood aspects of EMDR therapy: trauma processing.

Using a powerful courtroom analogy, Kambria explains how the brain weighs both negative trauma memories and positive adaptive beliefs during EMDR sessions.

Many people believe EMDR therapy focuses only on painful memories—but that’s only part of the picture. In reality, the brain integrates both negative and positive evidence to help clients reach clarity, regulation, and healing.

This episode explores:

If you've ever wondered what EMDR therapy is actually doing in your brain—or why it can feel so powerful—this episode will help you understand the science and psychology behind brain-based trauma therapy.

Kambria introduces a powerful metaphor:

Your brain during EMDR functions like a courtroom.

This episode is helpful if you:

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Note: This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional therapy. If you’re experiencing difficulties, please seek guidance from a licensed mental health provider. All stories, examples, and characters shared are fictionalized or composite representations. Any resemblance to actual persons or situations is purely coincidental and intended solely for educational illustration. 

With a Masters in Education from Vanderbilt, Kambria has been creating trainings and teaching adult learners for over 20 years. As the Director of Education and Quality Improvement at Stanford Medical School, she created ease in complex systems, thereby giving medical trainees successful learning experiences. Now, as a dedicated mom, therapist, and EMDR Consultant, Kambria knows what it means to do things efficiently, effectively, and in a learner-centered way. When she isn't podcasting or creating online courses, you can find Kambria playing with her twins on a beach in California.