“Getting Past Your Past: Take Control of Your Life with Self-Help Techniques” is the newest publication by Francine Shapiro, an American psychologist who created and developed the EMDR therapy. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a fairly new therapeutic approach aimed at combating traumatic memories and experiences. In her book, Francine Shapiro presents and addresses a variety of issues, such as who we really are, how our mind, brain and body are connected, how traumatic memories and experiences may influence our current self and condition. “Getting Past Your Past” is an excellent guide for both professional therapists and for individuals who just want to learn about the EMDR therapy.