The process has several steps. You can read about them here: https://www.emdria.org/public-resources/the-eight-phases-of-emdr-therapy/ (I didn't write this, but it's a great resource.) EMDR is wonderful for processing trauma. Mine started in childhood, too. It's an amazing treatment. I hope you have the opportunity to try it. It truly is life-changing in so many ways. The therapist makes sure that you have closure to the experience so that you don't get stuck processing without feeling any resolution. Thanks so much for reading!