EMDR Session Note

What it is

The EMDR note tracks where the client is in the eight-phase protocol, the target memory and cognitions, SUD and VOC ratings, and how processing and closure went.

When to use it

• EMDR sessions in any phase of the protocol
• Tracking SUD and VOC changes across sessions
• Documenting closure and stabilization for safety

Sections

What Tidemend writes in each section. You can rename, reorder or adjust any of these in a custom template.

1. 1

   EMDR Phase

   Which of the eight EMDR phases were completed (history, preparation, assessment, desensitization, installation, body scan, closure, reevaluation).

2. 2

   Target Memory & Cognitions

   Target memory or image, negative cognition, positive cognition, emotions and body location.

3. 3

   SUD / VOC Ratings

   Starting and ending SUD (0-10) and VOC (1-7) ratings if reported.

4. 4

   Processing Summary

   Summary of desensitization: sets of bilateral stimulation, material that emerged, client response.

5. 5

   Closure & Stabilization

   Closure procedures, containment or calm-place exercises, client state at end of session.

6. 6

   Plan

   Next session date/frequency, homework or between-session tasks, referrals, and what will be addressed next time.