At Chi’Va, we believe that mental health care should be accessible, effective, and free from unnecessary costs. While the market is flooded with pricey EMDR devices promising faster results, let’s return to the origins of this transformative practice: simplicity, nature, and movement.
Bilateral stimulation (BLS) is the core of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, and it doesn’t require a device to work. In fact, Dr. Francine Shapiro, the founder of EMDR, discovered its profound effects while walking in a park. Her natural eye movements, as she shifted her gaze side to side, revealed the power of BLS to process distressing memories. From this humble walk, a revolutionary therapeutic approach was born.
Why Chi’Va Promotes Simplicity in Healing
Instead of promoting expensive gadgets, Chi’Va encourages people to harness BLS through accessible methods:
Tapping: Lightly tapping your knees, shoulders, or arms in an alternating pattern.
Eye Movements: Shifting your gaze from one corner of the room to the other.
Walking: The rhythmic motion of walking naturally stimulates bilateral brain processing.
Sound: Alternating tones or music played in headphones.
These methods bring the practice back to its roots—using what’s already within us to heal.
The Vision: Care Over Capitalism
Our mission is clear: to strip away the barriers created by over-commercialization and focus on what truly promotes outcomes. Healing should not come with a hefty price tag or require fancy equipment. By making care simple, we aim to empower individuals to find relief in ways that are natural and cost-effective.
Join the Campaign: Take the First Step
Through this campaign, we’ll share creative, effective, and no-cost ways to practice bilateral stimulation. Whether you’re taking a mindful walk or tapping along to your favorite song, you’re engaging with EMDR at its purest.
Together, let’s keep healing simple, effective, and accessible. Because at Chi’Va, it’s not about what you buy; it’s about the steps you take.
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