Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) 6-Day Basic Training
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) 6-Day Basic Training is organized by Personal Transformation Institute (PTI) and will be held from January 11-13 and February 8-10, 2024.
Part 1: January 11-13, 2024
Part 2: February 8-10, 2024
Description:
The 6-Day Basic Training with Personal Transformation Institute provides clinicians with an experiential understanding of EMDR therapy so that they may integrate EMDR into their practice. The Basic Training results in you being EMDR Trained and eligible to pursue certification in EMDR Therapy. Personal Transformation Institute is an EMDRIA-Approved EMDR Training provider. This training meets and exceeds the requirements set by EMDRIA for initial trainings in EMDR.
Learning Objectives:
Part 1:
- Identify 3 components of the EMDR Approach designed to provide effective treatment with clients
- Describe 3 important existing research studies
- Identify the 8 phases of EMDR therapy for comprehensive treatment and how to implement the phases with clients
- Identify the criteria with EMDR therapy to safely and effectively implement EMDR therapy with clients
- Describe 3 aspects of the AIP Model for effective case conceptualization and treatment planning
- List 6 types of client complaints treatable with EMDR therapy
- Describe the criteria for client selection and how to apply to client cases
- Describe 3 safety measures for effective and safe use of EMDR therapy
- Distinguish between Direct Questioning and the Floatback technique during Phase 1 History Taking and Treatment Planning
- Describe one purpose for Safe/Calm State utilization
- Identify the purpose of the Assessment Phase of EMDR therapy
- Describe how to conduct the Phase 6 Body Scan
- Describe when you would apply the Future Template
Part 2:
- Describe 3 resources to help clients stay within the window of tolerance
- Describe protocols for closing down incomplete sessions
- Describe 3 resources to use with difficult or resistant clients
- Describe a treatment plan to choose and prioritize targets appropriate for EMDR treatment
- Describe strategies for dealing with highly emotional responses
- Describe strategies for dealing with dissociative symptoms and phobias
- Describe strategies to treat more complex trauma-related disorders
- Distinguish between EMD, restricted reprocessing and the EMDR standard protocol
- Identify 2 clinical situations where EMD would be appropriate as an intervention
- Describe how to offer a cognitive interweave when the client’s reprocessing is blocked
- Identify three clinical choices (past/present/future) for where to start reprocessing with addictions and compulsions
- Describe 3 strategies for dealing with highly emotional responses
