DREAMS AS TARGETS Dreams make excellent targets for EMDR processing because they are doorways into the unconscious and provide a wealth of material. Oftentimes, clear and vivid dreams arise between EMDR sessions as a continuation of the work that was done in session. There are a number of different ways to work with dreams. The following are two suggested protocols. PROTOCOL FOR USING DREAMS AS TARGETS 1. The client tells the therapist the dream. It can be helpful to have the client close his eyes and bring the dream as vividly to mind as possible. 2. Ask the client to scan the dream and
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