Effect of EMDR for Reduction of Pain Interference in Children With Sickle Cell Disease

This study is testing whether EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) — a type of psychological therapy — can reduce pain-related interference in daily life for children with sickle cell disease (SCD), a blood disorder that causes episodes of severe pain. **You may be eligible if...** - Your child is between 6 and 18 years old and has a medical diagnosis of sickle cell disease - They report significant pain that interferes with daily activities (above a set clinical score) - They speak Dutch or English well enough to complete assessments **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your child has had a successful stem cell transplant - Your child is pregnant - There are safety concerns at home (e.g., ongoing domestic violence) - Your child has an active serious psychiatric condition (such as psychosis or active suicidal risk) - Your child is already receiving psychological trauma therapy elsewhere - Your child has an estimated IQ below 80 Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.