Eye movement desensitization involves having clients visualize upsetting images, while watching a pencil being moved side-to-side before their eyes.

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This is true. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy technique that involves having clients visualize distressing memories while following a therapist's hand movements with their eyes. This is thought to help the brain process and reorganize the memories in a less distressing way. The hand movements can be side-to-side, up and down, or in a circular motion.

Eye Movement Desensitization Involves Having Clients Visualize Upsetting Images, While