Those who work on their own trauma are also working to end the cycle of generational trauma and protect their children and their children’s children. We should give ourselves credit for engaging in the challenging, rewarding journey of therapy to disrupt generational trauma and model new and different ways of responding to the world.

Furthermore, EMDR is considered by many to be one of the most effective treatments for PTSD and related trauma symptoms. Both the Department of Veteran Affairs and the Department of Defense gave EMDR an "A" rating in the treatment of PTSD in adults.