EMDR · EMDR
Early Trauma Protocol
Modified 8-phase for pre-verbal / attachment trauma
Modified 8-phase protocol for pre-verbal / attachment trauma. Longer prep, more resource installation, shorter sets, more interweaves, more clinician-attuned pacing.
Modifications
- Extended Phase 2 — 4–8 sessions of resourcing
- Attachment resource team installed first
- Shorter BLS sets (12–18 vs 24–36)
- More frequent check-ins
- Somatic tracking primary over cognitive
Client's early attachment history — key ruptures
Resources team available before targeting
Pace plan for this client