Our team has now launched our first EMDRmovie.com podcast. The shows are designed to discuss important issues regarding both EMDR in general and the film’s progress and production. We’ll be looking at the basics of EMDR as well as key developments in the field. Through interviews with major personalities and practitioners, the podcast will be a dynamic and thought-provoking addition to the dialogue we’re building on as we create and promote this documentary film.
Please click on “click here to listen to our new podcast” at the following website: www.emdrmovie.com/beapart.html
Thank you in advance for spreading the word about this new exciting addition and for sharing the link with friends and colleagues.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
Use this blog to share your stories
Dear Friends, We'd like to welcome you to share your stories about EMDR here at our blog. Whether you're a client, ex-client, therapist, or researcher, we hope you'll use this space to share your story with others.
Please remember two things. The way this blog works, you can only start a new post if you're designated as a contributor. Therefore, to share your story you must do it as a "comment" on a post. Use THIS post as your starting point and share your story as a comment following this.
Also, please remember that you can post anonymously if you want to. It's far more important that your story is shared than whether it's shared with your name attached. Again, reveal only as much information as you feel comfortable. We welcome posts of all kinds.
I very much hope to read your story here. Thank you in advance for your contribution.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Yes! Keep in Touch With Me!
At the conference in Atlanta, a number of people in the EMDR community stopped by the table and gave us their contact info so we can stay in touch with them about the movie. The first batch of letters went out recently to the 28 who asked us to keep in touch with them. (If you didn't get a message from me recently, it's because we're still deciphering your handwriting, or maybe we don't have an email address from you... do you have a sec to send this to me?)
Would you like to be on the list? We'll send periodic updates of significant developments, quick email suggestions of ways to promote the movie to your colleagues, behind-the-scenes progress toward the finished product.... I promise you will not be inundated with emails -- I guarantee it actually, since the time I have available to volunteer will keep me from getting out of control!
We'd be happy to add you to the list -- just send me a quick message with your email, and you're all set! Thanks for supporting this fantastic project!
-- Jeanette (jeanette.gascho@gmail.com)
Would you like to be on the list? We'll send periodic updates of significant developments, quick email suggestions of ways to promote the movie to your colleagues, behind-the-scenes progress toward the finished product.... I promise you will not be inundated with emails -- I guarantee it actually, since the time I have available to volunteer will keep me from getting out of control!
We'd be happy to add you to the list -- just send me a quick message with your email, and you're all set! Thanks for supporting this fantastic project!
-- Jeanette (jeanette.gascho@gmail.com)
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Thank You
Thank you to all our friends, new and old, who came by our table to say hello and to spend some time with us this weekend. It was a fantastic conference and renewed our energy in this important project. As Matt and others pointed out, if there were ever a time to make this film, the time is now. There are millions of people suffering out there that do not need to. Thank you for joining us in the effort to inspire people to take a step toward EMDR.
Monday, August 31, 2009
The community of EMDR therapists ...
This past weekend in Atlanta has affirmed what I already knew: EMDR therapists are very generous people! So many of you made time to make your contribution to the movie, and we're so grateful!
Barbara Hensley was the humble recipient of the Francine Shapiro award on Friday night. And among her numerous generous activities, her $1000 contribution to the movie was mentioned in the speech to honour her. Thank you again, Barbara -- you were the first to make a donation this size.... who will be next?
Sara Gilman (incoming President of EMDRIA) also stopped by the table to make a contribution... despite the fact that her back was so sore she could hardly bend over -- the sacrifices we make! Thank you, Sara, for your generosity in re the movie, and for your committment to EMDR.
The tribute evening to Francine was so moving... from Chris Ranck's stunning musical gifts, to the video Michael created with interviews from many who have been involved with EMDR for years. What a wonderful gift of humour and struggle Michael portrayed in a very few minutes! I was moved just by the sheer numbers in that room, the strong presence of HAP, all inspired by Francine's tenacity and committment to "nobody gets left behind."
I felt so humbled and proud to be associated with this community of people, all committed to making a difference through EMDR. I feel confident this passion will be a major character in the movie!
-- Jeanette
Barbara Hensley was the humble recipient of the Francine Shapiro award on Friday night. And among her numerous generous activities, her $1000 contribution to the movie was mentioned in the speech to honour her. Thank you again, Barbara -- you were the first to make a donation this size.... who will be next?
Sara Gilman (incoming President of EMDRIA) also stopped by the table to make a contribution... despite the fact that her back was so sore she could hardly bend over -- the sacrifices we make! Thank you, Sara, for your generosity in re the movie, and for your committment to EMDR.
The tribute evening to Francine was so moving... from Chris Ranck's stunning musical gifts, to the video Michael created with interviews from many who have been involved with EMDR for years. What a wonderful gift of humour and struggle Michael portrayed in a very few minutes! I was moved just by the sheer numbers in that room, the strong presence of HAP, all inspired by Francine's tenacity and committment to "nobody gets left behind."
I felt so humbled and proud to be associated with this community of people, all committed to making a difference through EMDR. I feel confident this passion will be a major character in the movie!
-- Jeanette
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Looking Forward to Atlanta
I'm in the midst of packing for the EMDR conference next week (I'm guessing it will be a lot hotter than it's been here in Ontario!), and looking forward to being part of the 20th anniversary celebrations! Michael, the director of this important project will be there -- it will be fun to have a chat in person! I'm also looking forward to meeting Dr. Earl Grey, who has been working with real people who have agreed to have their therapeutic journeys with EMDR recorded for possible inclusion in the documentary.
Look for a movie "presence" at the conference... be part of making this movie happen with a small or large donation. Did you know you can have the satisfaction of sponsoring one minute of the final film? Ask us about the Your Minute campaign!
Here are a couple excerpts from a press release in February...
"To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of EMDR, the EMDRIA Foundation is pleased to release an exclusive DVD featuring a forty minute in-depth interview with EMDR creator, Dr. Francine Shapiro. The DVD was produced by award-winning filmmaker Michael Burns, as part of his full-length documentary EMDR, slotted for release in 2010...
Profits from the sale of the DVD will benefit the EMDRIA Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports EMDR research and education, and fund the completion of Michael Burns' EMDR movie."
I'm hoping there will be opportunities to view and/or purchase copies of the interview at the conference (the DVD is also a thank-you gift when you make a $50 donation to the movie).
Safe travels, everyone!
-- Jeanette
Look for a movie "presence" at the conference... be part of making this movie happen with a small or large donation. Did you know you can have the satisfaction of sponsoring one minute of the final film? Ask us about the Your Minute campaign!
Here are a couple excerpts from a press release in February...
"To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of EMDR, the EMDRIA Foundation is pleased to release an exclusive DVD featuring a forty minute in-depth interview with EMDR creator, Dr. Francine Shapiro. The DVD was produced by award-winning filmmaker Michael Burns, as part of his full-length documentary EMDR, slotted for release in 2010...
Profits from the sale of the DVD will benefit the EMDRIA Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports EMDR research and education, and fund the completion of Michael Burns' EMDR movie."
I'm hoping there will be opportunities to view and/or purchase copies of the interview at the conference (the DVD is also a thank-you gift when you make a $50 donation to the movie).
Safe travels, everyone!
-- Jeanette
Friday, July 3, 2009
Healing is Happening
This past weekend, some great work was done. One of the participants have felt the shift and has gained the ability to mange life more effectively. The participant reports that the there is now a connection between the thoughts and beliefs of heath and the body. The participant has done wonderful work and has been so open to the project. This is very exciting progress. We are still looking for veterans who are interested in participating on the east coast near Pittsburgh. If you have any contact please pass on the referral information.
Dr. Earl Grey.
Dr. Earl Grey.
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