In this episode, we explore one of the most common emotional experiences brought to therapy: fear—in all its forms, from anxiety to full-blown panic. We unpack how fear manifests in the body, why it sometimes gets “stuck,” and how EMDR can help calm and retrain the brain’s response to fear triggers. Fear doesn’t have to rule your life. Panic attacks and chronic anxiety are highly treatable. With EMDR, it’s possible to teach the brain that those old danger signals no longer apply—allowing calm and confidence to return.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What is fear for?

• How fear can become trauma triggered by memories

• How EMDR can help process these memories… triggers for trauma

• What panic attacks are and how EMDR can help

• What is the difference between are ‘big-T’ and ‘little-t’ trauma?

Key Highlights:

• Understanding Fear and Its Purpose

• When traumatic fear becomes PTSD or CPTSD

• How EMDR Helps

• Panic Attacks and the Fear of Fear

• EMDR for Anxiety and Panic

Resources Mentioned:

• EMDR Therapy for Trauma: If you're in Australia and want personalized support, Dr. Lloyd’s individual or group therapy sessions may be right for you.

• EMDR Doctor Membership: If you’ve worked with Dr. Lloyd before and need ongoing support, check out the EMDR Doctor Membership page for monthly opportunities to continue EMDR therapy.

Contact and Feedback:

If you’ve been affected by trauma, or if you want to discuss how EMDR can help you heal from past wounds, get in touch with Dr. Lloyd at emdrdoctor.com.au  or via email [email protected]

Appointments for consultation or supervision, with Dr. Lloyd, can be made via Halaxy.

Remember, healing from trauma is a journey — you don’t have to do it alone.

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Join me, Dr. Caroline Lloyd, as we unpack trauma, explore the science of EMDR, and share real stories of recovery and resilience.