69. Flying Blind - ways to help unspeakable shame. Blind to therapist protocol in EMDR therapy

The EMDR Doctor Podcast · May 28, 2026 · 17m

In this episode, Dr. Caroline Lloyd explores the highly effective "Blind to Therapist" EMDR protocol. Sometimes, the shame attached to a traumatic event is simply too excruciating or unspeakable for a client to verbalize. Instead of spending months or years trying to get a client to narrate their trauma, therapists can use the Blind to Therapist protocol to provide immediate relief. Dr. Lloyd breaks down how to set up this protocol and its various applications beyond shame.

Key Points:

• Tackling Unspeakable Shame: Why traditional talk therapy can stall when dealing with profound shame, and…