It is helpful to introduce the concept of Adaptive Information Processing, to help Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) clients understand the nature of how our brains work. The second phase of EMDR is called the Preparation Phase. When EMDR first started, practitioners often went from Phase 1-Client History Taking to Phase 3-Assessment Phase with just a brief moment to introduce the client to the specifics such as the mechanics of EMDR, including bilateral stimulation (BLS), sitting position, and stop signals. For some clients, this has worked well, however, as time went on, practitioners often reported that something more was needed before beginning desensitization and reprocessing. The idea of tapping into the client’s natural resources began within the Standard EMDR Protocol itself. In the face of man-made or natural catastrophes, practitioners have found that building resources are essential aspects of working with recent trauma, especially for children.