EMDR in a Nutshell: What First Responders and Families Need to Know

In this episode, we sit down with Annalee Moody, LMHC, a passionate clinician who specializes in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Annalee breaks down EMDR in clear, everyday language and explains how this powerful therapy helps first responders resolve traumatic memories and moral injury that often come with the job. Through her clinical experience, she demystifies what EMDR actually looks like, why it can be so effective for trauma, and what both first responders and their loved ones should know when considering this approach. This conversation is designed to help you decide whether EMDR is right for you—and how to get the most out of your EMDR journey.

This conversation is designed to educate first responder families about EMDR and its powerful role in memory reconciliation—helping traumatic experiences lose their emotional grip rather than continue to hijack daily life. 

Helpful Links: 

🔗 Shatterproof at FHE Health — This is the specialized first responder trauma and recovery program at FHE Health that integrates evidence-based therapies, including intensive EMDR. You can learn more here:

🔗 EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) — The main professional association for EMDR clinicians, resources, training information, and a therapist directory: