Re:associations?

Mr. Cahill,

I apologize, my words were not intended as an attack on you (apples vs oranges). I was interested in the clinical observations of therapists who have used emdr as well as exposure. I knew that such observations would not be supported by any research...

I, again, was wondering about the quality and quantity of associations. And... I suppose what is referred to as "generalization". For instance, do things generalize with exposure or desensitization techniques, how so and to what extent? Does the ability of a client to associate freely help with the generalization process? If emdr knocks out blocks and dissociative barriers (often discussed here) then how does that contribute to associations, and how does it contrast with associations with other trauma treatments?

I've read (again, no research) that the standard of expected outcome increases with emdr work: clients and clinicians expect more "self-actualization" out of the process. I think this is more likely to occur if associations roam freely back to causative experiences or perceptions. So, my question, once again, (again!) is: is there something about the associations in emdr which creates a great subjective effect?

Apologies, again, I didn't intend to insult you.

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