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"The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" is known for bringing many hot topics to light: soft swinging , dirty soda , and now, EMDR therapy. The latter was spotlighted on the latest season when Mikayla Matthews shared her experience with the mental health treatment. Her goal: heal from childhood sexual abuse, and work through intimacy issues with her husband. But what exactly is EMDR therapy, and how does it actually work?

EMDR is a unique therapeutic approach designed to help people process trauma. It involves bilateral stimulation (more on that later) and can bring up strong emotions. On TV, for instance, Matthews is brought to tears mid-EMDR session, expressing feelings of guilt and confusion. "I have a hard time putting myself back th

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