Hi,

I tried looking online quickly to see if I could find out anything regarding psychosis and EMDR, but wasn't able to find anything substantial.

I will tell you that, from what I know and have read about EMDR, that your symptoms will increase, at times significantly.

Did your therapist pre-screen you for EMDR treatment? Meaning, did he/she spend a few sessions understanding your trauma and your responses? Did your T explain to you how the EMDR would work and what to expect before starting?

You said you were shaking, crying, and that you were petrified, basically you were "feeling" the emotions - this is what is supposed to happen. While your family thinks that this is making you worse than better, they are correct, but that is what happens whenever you commit yourself to real therapy.

I would open up the communication with your T about how you're feeling with regards to the psychosis aspect of this. Additionally, EMDR is a new treatment and not a lot is known about it. I would simply surf the net, look around the forum and you'll find bits and pieces.

Personally, I do think EMDR is risky, but it is a risk that I, myself, have chosen to take. Good luck.

Best,
Rachel