EMDR Session Documentation

EMDR documentation that tracks every phase of processing.SUD/VOC scores, target memories, phases.

Document processing phases, SUD/VOC scores, and target memories.EMDR-specific templates for every phase—preparation, assessment, desensitization, installation, body scan, closure, reevaluation. Track bilateral stimulation, target memory selection, negative/positive cognitions.

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8-phase tracking
SUD/VOC documentation
Target memory tracking

PIPEDA-compliant • EMDR protocol aligned • Evidence-based tracking • You maintain full clinical responsibility

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8-phase protocol

Track all 8 EMDR phases—history, preparation, assessment, desensitization, installation, body scan, closure, reevaluation.

SUD/VOC tracking

Document Subjective Units of Disturbance (0-10) and Validity of Cognition (1-7) before/after processing—track desensitization.

Target memories

Track target memory selection, negative cognitions, positive cognitions, emotions, body sensations—complete EMDR assessment.

Why EMDR requires specialized documentation

EMDR protocol has unique documentation requirements—most therapy notes templates don't capture what EMDR therapists need.

Generic therapy notes

  • No place for SUD/VOC scores—critical EMDR measurements lost or documented informally
  • Can't track phase progression—preparation, assessment, desensitization documented inconsistently
  • Target memory details scattered—negative cognition, positive cognition, emotions, body sensations not structured
  • Bilateral stimulation details missing—type, duration, sets not systematically recorded

EMDR-specific templates

  • Dedicated SUD/VOC fields—track disturbance and cognition validity before/after processing
  • Phase-specific documentation—templates for each of 8 EMDR phases with appropriate fields
  • Structured target memory assessment—NC, PC, emotions, sensations, SUD, VOC all documented systematically
  • Bilateral stimulation tracking—eye movements, taps, tones; duration and sets recorded

All 8 EMDR phases documented

Templates designed for each phase of the EMDR protocol—complete documentation from history to reevaluation.

Phase 1-2: History & Preparation

  • Client history and treatment planning
  • Safe place and resource development
  • Informed consent and education

Phase 3: Assessment

  • Target memory identification
  • Negative/positive cognitions documented
  • Baseline SUD and VOC measurements

Phase 4-6: Processing

  • Desensitization with bilateral stimulation
  • Installation of positive cognition
  • Body scan for residual tension

Phase 7-8: Closure & Reevaluation

  • Session closure and debriefing
  • Self-care instructions documented
  • Reevaluation of previous targets

EMDR-specific elements documented

Every critical EMDR component tracked systematically.

SUD and VOC measurements

Subjective Units of Disturbance (0-10) and Validity of Cognition (1-7) tracked before and after processing—document desensitization progress.

Target memory components

Image, negative cognition, positive cognition, emotions, body sensations—complete target assessment documented for each memory.

Bilateral stimulation details

Type (eye movements, taps, tones), direction, speed, duration, number of sets—bilateral stimulation systematically recorded.

EMDR documentation workflow

AI captures EMDR-specific elements automatically.

1. Record EMDR sessions

AI identifies phase, SUD/VOC scores mentioned, target memory components, bilateral stimulation details.

2. EMDR-specific notes

Templates populate with phase-appropriate fields—assessment, desensitization, installation documented.

3. Track progress

SUD reduction over sessions, VOC strengthening, target completion documented—monitor processing effectiveness.

EMDR session documentation

See how EMDR protocol elements are captured and documented automatically.

Recording
EMDR sessions

Capture EMDR protocol elements

AI identifies current phase, SUD/VOC scores, target memory components, bilateral stimulation—comprehensive EMDR session capture.

EMDR session recording
  • EMDR phases and components identified
  • SUD/VOC scores and target details captured
EMDR Notes
Phase-specific

Structured EMDR documentation

Notes include phase progression, SUD/VOC tracking, target memory assessment, bilateral stimulation details—complete EMDR protocol documentation.

EMDR-specific session notes
  • Phase-appropriate templates used
  • SUD/VOC and target components documented
Additional EMDR features

Complete EMDR workflow support

Prep and follow-up enhanced with EMDR protocol tracking.

Prep

EMDR session preparation

Review target memory status, previous SUD/VOC scores, phase progression.

EMDR session prep
Follow-Up

Self-care instructions

Share grounding techniques, container exercises, and self-care resources.

EMDR follow-up support
EMDR therapists using specialized documentation

Join EMDR therapists who track phases, SUD/VOC scores, and target memories systematically—complete protocol documentation, desensitization progress visible, bilateral stimulation recorded.

EMDR-specific templates, phase tracking, protocol adherence.

SOMA has been a real time-saver for my practice. The note and report templates are powerful and work really well for my needs - I can generate session summaries and case conceptualizations with just minor tweaks, if any. It's made my documentation process much more efficient and faster.

Shannon

Counsellor

With long-term clients, there's a real relationship built over time. I know most people would be very comfortable with it - especially if they're receiving information back on the app and they're not seeing everything else. The consent form really addresses the questions my more cautious clients would have.

Anonymous

Counsellor

I think what is special about SOMA is it's effectiveness... Being able to see everything in one go makes the clinical workflow more effective. The ability to have the prep, do the session, and do the follow-up work all in one place - that's really the big selling point for me.

Harshita

Psychology Researcher

8
Phases tracked
Complete EMDR protocol—history through reevaluation documented
SUD/VOC
Measurements
Disturbance (0-10) and cognition validity (1-7) tracked before/after
Complete
Target assessment
NC, PC, emotions, sensations, SUD, VOC—all components documented

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