ABOUT US
Broad commitment to mental health in Cambodia
EMDR Cambodia is a national association of psychologists founded in 2013. We focus on treating people with unresolved psychological trauma, raise awareness, provide training in mental health issues, and conduct scientific research on mental health.
MENTAL HEALTH IS KEY
For the collective well-being
Mental health is the foundation for the further development of Cambodia. Our goal is for people in the country to recognize its importance, to motivate them to take action for themselves and others and seek support for the collective well-being. In this way, everyone can play their part in moving the country forward.
Mental Health in Cambodia
There was a 197.8% increase in reported mental health cases from 2023 to 2024, while only around 100 psychologists and 60 psychiatrists in the country.
Active at all levels of society
EMDR Cambodia collaborates with local, regional and national authorities, religious leaders, school officials, NGOs and many other stakeholders.
Target audiences
EMDR Cambodia provides counseling not only for the affected person, but also for their entire family and social circle.
Reducing the stigma
Awareness raising for EMDR Cambodia is the starting point of any activities in the field of psychological treatment, training or research.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do You Have Any Questions?
What type of psychological treatment does EMDR Association Cambodia use?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a type psychotherapy designed to help individuals to process and recover from distressing life experiences, particularly trauma. EMDR Cambodia therapists therefore are specialized in EMDR therapy treatment. However, several therapists of EMDR Cambodia also have expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Family Therapy, and Art Therapy. They use their know-how according to the needs of the clients.
How much does a counseling or treatment session cost?
A consulting session at one of our offices in Phnom Penh, Battambang or Siem Reap is free and open to everyone. However, you’re kindly asked to make a voluntary donation for EMDR Cambodia.
How many sessions are typically needed to heal from a mental health problem or disorder?
The number of sessions required depends on three factors:
- the severity of the problem
- the personal supporting system resp. the personal environment of the client (resources like job, money, funding, friends, community etc)
- the client him- or herself respectively his or her resilience in dealing with the issue.
International research says that if the problem is based on a single event resp. a “simple” trauma, 8-12 sessions are necessary. But if it’s a complex trauma, it might be more or less sessions than that.
How long does each counseling or psychological treatment session last?
Each counseling session lasts 45 to 60 minutes. For EMDR treatment however, the session can take up to 90 minutes.
OUR LATEST NEWS
News & Events
EMDR Cambodia is actively promoting mental health on all levels of society at many places. Get informed here about our latest events and meetings!
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