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Francine Shapiro (February 18, 1948 – June 16, 2019) was an American psychologist and educator who originated and developed eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), a form of psychotherapy for resolving the symptoms of traumatic and other disturbing life experiences.
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Francine Shapiro was born on February 18, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York. She was the creator of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, to treat and cure post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Shapiro received a BA in English literature in 1968 and an MA in 1974 from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York. In 1979, ...
Francine Shapiro discovered that people experiencing trauma often don’t fully process it. In fact, the feelings and memories associated with the trauma often exist, but they’re separate. Therefore, the sufferer isn’t able to build an accurate story with them. Additionally, people who’ve experienced trauma may mentally revert to intrusive flashbacks...
In her later years, Francine Shapiro received a second cancer diagnosis. She died suddenly on June 16, 2019, at a medical facility north of San Francisco, not far from her home, after a long struggle with respiratory problems. Although she’s no longer in this world, her legacy is still very much alive and of great help to those who’ve gone through ...
Aug 9, 2019 · Dr. Francine Shapiro understood that our brain has two hemispheres, what she discovered on that day in the park was that by alternating left-right stimulation of the brain with eye movements,...
Developed Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology-Professional School of Psychological Studies, San Diego, California. a.b.d. in English Literature-New York University.
EMDR therapy originator Francine Shapiro describes the components of the psychotherapy and the latest research supporting its efficacy for a wide range of mental health issues.
Jan 5, 2021 · The beginning of EMDR therapy was no exception as Francine Shapiro, Ph.D., laid the foundation for this therapy even in the midst of doubts and questions. In 1987, Dr. Shapiro made the observation that eye movements can reduce the intensity of disturbing thoughts in certain conditions.
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Aug 30, 2019 · Francine Shapiro earned her PhD in clinical psychology from the Professional School of Psychological Studies in San Diego, California.
