Table 2.

Content of the preliminary interviews.

Preliminary interviews

Content

■ Individual preliminary talks of 20–30 min by the group therapists (by telephone, or therapist’s consultation) ■ Client history and motivation check ■ Subjective pain history, psychological comorbidity, important resources and competences of the patient ■ Expectations of therapy ■ Brief instruction EMDR and pain, information about side effects ■ Information on the group schedule, advice on weatherproof clothing ■ Exclusion criteria ■ If necessary, send a patient brochure on EMDR and pain