The World of Stories and Symbols: An Introduction to the EMDR-Sandtray Protocol with Complex and Developmental Trauma
The bihemispheric structure of the brain imposes on clinicians the challenge of therapeutically relating and strategically embracing the full biology of the human mind. For clients with developmental injuries, trauma…
Read MoreThe Elephant in the Room: Systemic Racism and Psychotherapy
This has been a year of adversity and increased awareness. We are now awakening to the trauma of white privilege and systemic racism. EMDR therapists are challenged with effectively responding…
Read MoreSafe and Practical EMDR for Complex PTSD
Complex-PTSD, while not a diagnosis in itself, is thought of as a category of PTSD resulting from multiple traumas, often occurring over time, often within an atmosphere of attachment disordered…
Read MoreDelivery of EMDR in a Metropolitan Police Department: A Pilot Program
There is currently an urgent situation within our nation’s police force: police officers are suffering increased psychological symptoms and sometimes suicidal risk. At the same time, there is a rising…
Read MoreOOPS! EMDR Clinician Common Errors: Bloopers & Blunders
There are many common errors made by EMDR clinicians. Often therapists are not even aware that they are committing errors. These errors prevent clinicians from being as effective as they…
Read MoreParts at Play: Integrating Dissociation Theory and Play Therapy with EMDR
Learn to recognize, access, and build cooperation among self-states of children in the playroom applying key principles to guide treatment. We will practice two play-based interventions utilizing sand tray and…
Read MoreImproving Object Relations with EMDR
This presentation draws a direct parallel between EMDR and a classic psychological theory: object relations. Throughout history, humankind has grappled with how to navigate the internal battle between “good and…
Read MoreWriting for the Journal of EMDR Practice & Research
Many EMDR therapists have something to contribute to the field, but may be unsure about how to write a paper for a scholarly journal. Participants in this workshop will learn…
Read MoreEthics and EMDR: A Review for EMDR Clinicians, Consultants, and Trainers
EMDR shares with other psychotherapies ethical issues. Two additional areas emphasize the need for a clear understanding of ethical conduct. The first is EMDRIA’s use of ethical codes provided by…
Read MoreEMDR Therapy for the Trauma of Downward Social Drift in the LGBTQ+Community
The research on social drift up to this point focuses on the hypothesis that illnesses, both physical and mental, can cause one to have a downward mobility within society. We…
Read MoreUsing EMDR for Chronic Pain: Focus on Phases 1 and 2
Shapiro (1995, 2001, 2018) expanded “trauma” treated by EMDR psychotherapy to include illness and somatic disorders. The Adaptive Information Processing Model, EMDR’s 8 Phases and 3-Pronged Approach provide a framework…
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