Making EMDR Accessible
Adaptations for Neurodiversity and Other Differences
Will be published approx. on 21. September 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-3998-2888-8 (ISBN)
Description
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an effective trauma therapy that has the potential to be adapted for people with a range of diverse needs. It is both structured and client-centred, enabling each person to make sense of their experiences in a unique way. Making EMDR Accessible supports practitioners in recognising barriers and adapting their practice for neurodivergent clients or anyone who communicates or engages with therapy in different ways.
Drawing on two decades of clinical experience, Naomi Fisher guides readers step-by-step through every phase of EMDR, highlighting where challenges commonly arise and offering practical and containing adaptations grounded in clinical formulation, current understanding of trauma, and research. With clear explanations and compelling case examples, she demonstrates how EMDR therapists can flex to meet a wide range of sensory needs, cognitive styles, and communication preferences.
Clear, concise, and rooted in real-world practice, this book equips EMDR practitioners to deliver safer, more effective therapy to a wider range of clients.
Drawing on two decades of clinical experience, Naomi Fisher guides readers step-by-step through every phase of EMDR, highlighting where challenges commonly arise and offering practical and containing adaptations grounded in clinical formulation, current understanding of trauma, and research. With clear explanations and compelling case examples, she demonstrates how EMDR therapists can flex to meet a wide range of sensory needs, cognitive styles, and communication preferences.
Clear, concise, and rooted in real-world practice, this book equips EMDR practitioners to deliver safer, more effective therapy to a wider range of clients.
Reviews / Votes
This book addresses a crucial gap in the field by balancing respect for the core elements of the EMDR Standard Protocol with a strong appreciation of the creativity, flexibility, and clinical judgement needed in therapeutic work. Well organised, accessible, and enriched by clinical material, it is a warmly recommended read. * David Keane, Accredited EMDR Consultant & Facilitator, Accredited Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapist * I am pleased to recommend Naomi Fisher's book on EMDR adaptations for neurodiversity to all psychotherapists who utilize EMDR. It shows with many examples how to address and target different types of pathogenic memories and how to work with discrimination especially - going through the 8 Phases of the EMDR standard protocol. In the present era, this book is exceedingly necessary. It improved my comprehension of what my patients are entitled to. * Dr Karsten Boehm, Senior EMDR-Europe Trainer, accredited Consultant in CBT and specialist in OCD and PTSD psychotherapy * This book redefines EMDR by focusing on core principles rather than rigid protocols, helping therapists tailor treatment to individual clients - especially those with neurodiversity. Clear, practical, and example-rich, it equips therapists to adapt EMDR beyond typical PTSD cases, making it essential reading for practitioners working with both adults and children. * Dr Robin Logie, EMDR-Europe accredited Senior Trainer, Former President: EMDR Association UK, author of EMDR Supervision. * I so enjoyed reading this refreshing book and intend to keep several of the diagrams and summaries at hand for reference as an EMDR supervisor, particularly for child and adolescent work. The book helps simplify EMDR into key components and processes which enables the clinician to think more critically and work more flexibly and confidently with a range of common issues and challenges in real world therapy. * Dr Andrea Shortland, EMDR Child and Adolescent Consultant, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Forensic Psychologist. * An indispensable, relational guide that clarifies the standard EMDR Protocol. More than a manual, it offers vivid clinical examples, reflective insights, and practical adaptations for neurodivergent clients. It reframes adaptation as clinical excellence, making lifechanging therapy accessible to all, and should be mandatory reading for every EMDR therapist worldwide today. * Caroline van Diest, Senior EMDR-Europe Trainer and accredited CBT Therapist. * This book is an invaluable resource for EMDR clinicians working with neurodivergent clients. Blending theory, protocol refreshers, practical adaptations, and rich case studies, it offers thoughtful, accessible guidance to help therapists tailor EMDR effectively while honouring the uniqueness and needs of every individual client. * Dr Hannah Bryan, Clinical Psychologist and Accredited EMDR-Europe Trainer *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Illustrations
10 b/w illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 138 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
245 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-3998-2888-8 (9781399828888)
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Other editions
Additional editions
Naomi Fisher
Making EMDR Accessible
Adaptations for Neurodiversity, Physical Disabilities and Other Differences
E-Book
approx. 09/2026
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
€27.99
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Person
Naomi Fisher is a clinical psychologist, EMDR-Europe trainer, and child and adolescent EMDR consultant. She has a PhD in autism and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology both from Kings College, London. She specialises in trauma and neurodiversity and regularly trains NHS teams and international EMDR practitioners. She is the author of A Different Way to Learn and The Teenager's Guide to Burnout. She lives in Devon, UK.