How therapy focused on eye movement can help faster than ‘talk therapy’

Illustration by Moy Zhong

Not all therapy is talk therapy. In 1987, Francine Shapiro began developing a new therapy called EMD, or Eye Movement Desensitization, using bilateral eye stimulation to lessen the effects of negative emotions linked to distressing memories. Today, we know it as EMDR, and it’s recently gained traction among those seeking mental health treatment. Shapiro developed… Continue reading How therapy focused on eye movement can help faster than ‘talk therapy’

6 Things To Do This Weekend In KC: June 23-26 2022

PARKED Festival This weekend marks the fourth annual PARKED food truck festival in Shawnee. This Friday evening, the city of Shawnee will host several food trucks, local vendors, a beer garden, a live band, fireworks and bounce houses to kick off National Parks and Recreation Month.  Friday, June 24. 5:30-9:30 pm. 4751 Woodland Drive, Shawnee. … Continue reading 6 Things To Do This Weekend In KC: June 23-26 2022