Treating Trauma with EMDR and IFS

A Clinician's Guide to Integrating Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy with Internal Family Systems

De: Kendhal Hart PsyD

Narrado por: Elyse Jacobson

Discover an integrative approach to improve treatment outcomes for a growing population of clients living with trauma and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD).

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and internal family systems (IFS) are each highly effective, evidence-based modalities for treating trauma. However, when used independently, each has limitations. EMDR therapists often encounter obstacles during the reprocessing phase due to the structured nature of the EMDR protocol, while IFS can be time-intensive, typically addressing only one “part” at a time—which can be challenging when multiple parts are impacted by trauma.

Treating Trauma with EMDR and IFS is a practical, step-by-step guide to blending EMDR with IFS for effective trauma and CPTSD treatment. You’ll start by understanding the value of an integrated model and how EMDR and IFS complement each other. You’ll also learn essential skills to assess each client accurately, support their unique healing processes, and integrate IFS methods into each phase of the EMDR protocol. Most importantly, this approach will empower clients to find freedom from the impact of trauma, actively engage in their recovery, and ultimately lead more fulfilling lives.

If you’re looking for a structured yet adaptable framework to serve clients with trauma and CPTSD more effectively, this book provides a practical integration of EMDR and IFS that will enhance your treatment outcomes and help clients thrive.

©2025 Kendhal Hart (P)2025 New Harbinger Publications

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“Finally, thanks to Kendhal Hart, the first book devoted entirely to the integration of these two powerful models has arrived. This long-awaited guide provides grounding in both approaches and thoroughly maps out an integrated course, interweaving the healing steps of each. A must-read, and a solid addition to the reference shelf, for the progressive eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapist.”—Bruce Hersey, LCSW, cofounder of Syzygy Institute; and internal family systems (IFS)-informed EMDR trainer, consultant, and international speaker

“With clarity, depth, and compassion, Kendhal Hart bridges IFS and EMDR in a way that is both accessible and transformative. It has been a true privilege to learn from her and witness the content evolve into the magic of this book. I’m confident it will serve as a guiding touchstone for therapists as we move forward accompanying clients on their healing journeys.”—Alyce Messer, LCSW-S, EMDRIA-approved consultant, and Level 2 IFS-certified therapist

“Kendhal Hart provides a clear, practical road map for integrating IFS and EMDR, showing how IFS enriches and deepens the healing potential of EMDR. Through specific examples across every phase of the EMDR protocol, she offers clinicians a powerful framework to enhance both efficacy and compassion in their work.”—Tammy Sollenberger, IFS-certified therapist and consultant, and author of The One Inside