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Grief and IEMT

Grief and IEMT Grief is an emotion lots of people experience in different ways, with different severities based on the context of the loss. Throughout the past 3 years, this has been maximized by the loss of jobs, loss of the ability to experience things without limitations, and loss of…

IEMT for Healing After a Toxic Relationship

By Rose Ferguson One of the hardest parts of recovering from a toxic relationship is what it does to the way you see and think about yourself. There's often a lot of regret. Could you have seen it sooner? Should you have made different choices along the way? There's a…

Association Statement: Withdrawal of Recommendation for Sam Vaknin

Association Statement: Withdrawal of Recommendation for Sam Vaknin The Association for IEMT Practitioners no longer recommends Sam Vaknin, his teaching, training or services. Any previous recommendation or endorsement by the Association should now be regarded as withdrawn. This decision reflects the serious concerns described in Andrew T. Austin’s recent statement,…

Working with Shame and Guilt

Working with Shame and Guilt Working with Shame and Guilt in IEMT Emotions are not facts. But they can feel like them, especially when they have been present long enough to feel permanent. Shame and guilt are often among the most uncomfortable emotions a person can carry. They are also…

“I don’t feel like myself anymore.”

“I don’t feel like myself anymore.” It might not always be said out loud. But it’s almost always felt. “I don’t feel like myself anymore.” For an athlete, those words carry a particular weight. Identity and performance are deeply intertwined. What you can do is, in many ways, who you…

When IEMT Isn’t The Right Fit

When IEMT Isn’t The Right Fit An ethical practitioner will always prioritise transparency regarding whether a specific modality is appropriate for your unique situation. It’s wise to maintain a healthy scepticism toward any individual who offers absolute guarantees regarding therapeutic outcomes. Integral Eye Movement Technique (IEMT) is particularly effective for…

When Grief Doesn’t Shift

When Grief Doesn’t Shift When Grief Doesn’t Shift: A Client Case Story Using IEMT Significant loss changes the landscape of a person’s life. There is often a clear sense of before and after. For some, even when time has passed and life appears to continue, the emotional experience remains unchanged.…

Diagnostics versus Experience

Diagnostics versus Experience Many people wonder whether IEMT can help with a particular condition. However, one of the defining features of IEMT is that it does not work through diagnostic labels. Rather than asking whether IEMT can help a specific diagnosis, it can be more useful to consider questions such…

IEMT Research: An Exploratory Comparison with EMDR

IEMT Research: An Exploratory Comparison with EMDR Peer-reviewed IEMT research An exploratory comparison of IEMT and EMDR-directed eye movements A 2026 study compared IEMT-directed eye movements, EMDR-directed eye movements and a control condition in 33 adults recalling negative memories. The findings are encouraging, but the study was small, exploratory and…

The Association for IEMT Practitioners Attends Defense-Led Networking Event

The Association for IEMT Practitioners Attends Defense-Led Networking Event The Association for IEMT Practitioners was recently invited to attend a Defence-led business networking event hosted by South East Reserve Forces and Cadets Association, in collaboration with British Army South East. The event took place at Blighmont Reserve Centre in Southampton…

When Insight Isn’t Enough

When Insight Isn’t Enough When Insight Isn’t Enough: Why Understanding Doesn’t Always Create Change Many clients arrive believing they already understand a lot about their issue. They know where a reaction came from. They can cite back to childhood, past relationships, or specific events. They’ve read the books, done the…