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IntroductionChildhood sexual abuse persists as a painful societal reality, necessitating responses from institutions and healthcare professionals to prevent and address its severe long-term consequences in victims. This study implements an…

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In recent years, several theoretical models have been suggested as complementary to the adaptative information processing model of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy. A narrative review of such models was conducted to assess the…

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In times of crisis, people in need often outpace clinicians available to help. Group models of EMDR Therapy, an evidenced-based treatment, allow more youth and families to receive treatment in a way that is flexible and can be implemented with…

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The integration of Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) with dogs and horses, alongside Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), represents a groundbreaking approach to treating trauma and other psychological disorders. This presentation…

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Research indicates that up to 11% of the population experiences dissociation, with a significant portion of individuals in therapy presenting with these symptoms. Despite this prevalence, dissociation assessment remains inadequate in both individual…

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Looking for resources to implement EMDR with children and adolescents? Join me for video case presentations demonstrating play therapy techniques for EMDR phases 1-4. We’ll focus on developmentally appropriate ways to increase client engagement while…

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With the advent of COVID both the training and practice of EMDR has moved online presenting challenges for the therapist in setting up the therapeutic space, administration of BLS, and maintaining their presence, connection, and promoting shared…

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Whether new to the TRN world or perhaps needing support to streamline and promote your existing TRN, join me for 90 minutes to help invigorate your team. Get some practical support to "work smarter, not harder" and integrate best practices that…

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Screening and/or assessment for dissociative symptoms is essential prior to implementation of desensitization and reprocessing of past or recent traumatic memory material. However, many clinicians find their use of the Dissociative Experiences Scale…

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What if we could combine the healing powers of trauma-informed yoga & EMDR therapy to help children of all ages? In this presentation, participants will learn how to integrate components of trauma-informed yoga into the 8 phases of EMDR.…

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This presentation will focus on what Humanitarian Aid Workers and War Correspondents have in common: They are regularly exposed to violence in the routine execution of their jobs; with few exceptions they do not typically receive hostile environment…

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Child and adolescent therapists find it challenging to integrate EMDR therapy with complex cases and are often at loss when treating attachment wounds and managing dissociative symptoms. Dissociation is often misunderstood or unrecognized in its…

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One of the wonderful things about EMDR is that it does not discriminate as it knows we all have similar brains and the ability to adapt information (AIP) and heal via such things as neurogenesis and cross neural plasticity. There is a wide variety of…

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Individuals who struggle with addictive disorders often have complex trauma histories. Treatment for this population is often offered in organizations that may have to contend with time and staffing limitations. Group work has traditionally been a…

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Trauma is a domestic and global issue. There have been more school shootings in the United States in 2023 since 2008 when they started recording school shootings. Between genocides, wars, and natural disasters, the globe is in need of quick,…

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Many EMDR therapists struggle to effectively navigate dissociation in EMDR sessions. These struggles sometimes result from fear of people who dissociate or being impacted by stigma about dissociation, both within the psychological professions and in…

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Offering Trauma Recovery Network (TRN) or individual services to first responder communities can be challenging due to their reluctance to trust outside resources, yet ongoing exposure to trauma compromises their health, relationships and judgement…

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Trauma is a multifaceted phenomenon that does not occur in isolation, but instead, it intersects with a much broader social, cultural, and historical context. This presentation will address the challenges and intricacies of working with children with…

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Pre-conference training at the 2nd Annual HAP Conference, Philadelphia, PA

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Utilising EMDR narratives in working with adopted families, to help integrate birth, foster and adoptive identities. The presentation will aim to briefly consider the trauma behaviours that present as part of tangled narratives in adopted children.…

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This short presentation will attempt to name and identify some of the current problems faced by clinicians working in mainstream CAMHS teams. Ideas, considerations and practical suggestions will be offered to facilitate therapists’ approach to case…

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1. Through Clinicians’ Eyes: EMDR, Bizarre, Discombobulating, Magical? — EMDR Delivery Experiences to Children and Young People with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in London CAMHS 2. This study embarked on a critical inquisition on clinicians’…

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Children and young people residing in care settings can present with additional complexity and co-morbidity, often requiring much adaptation beyond standard EMDR protocol and existing child and/or young people modifications. With their extensive…

When young people self-harm significantly or are suicidal, they are at risk of serious injuries. This can make us cautious in providing trauma treatment. We attempt to stabilize them, however there can be so much chaos in their families that they…

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This chapter integrates principles of the neurodiversity-affirming paradigm with EMDR therapy for children who have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (autism) and/or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A summary of the rapidly…

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This chapter introduces the section of this Handbook that is devoted to EMDR therapy with children and adolescents, starting with a synopsis of the accompanying chapters in this section. The chapter itself explains the context of working with this…

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IntroductionResearch has shown that combining different evidence-based PTSD treatments for patients with PTSD in an intensive inpatient format seems to be a promising approach to enhance efficiency and reduce generally high dropout rates. ObjectiveTo…

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Objectives Severe posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in older adults (≥60 years) has been found to be associated with maladaptive personality functioning and personality disorders (PD). Emerging evidence in adults supports that reprocessing adverse…

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ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) on quality of life in adolescents diagnosed with social anxiety disorder in Karaj. Methods…

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This literature review evaluates the efficacy and clinical applications of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The review highlights the effectiveness of EMDR in reducing PTSD…

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Stress is a pervasive health concern known to induce physiological changes, particularly impacting the vulnerable hippocampus and the morphological integrity of its main residing cells, the hippocampal neurons. Eye Movement Desensitization and…

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In this book, you will learn how EMDR works and how it can be used on your own in the privacy of your home, without requiring a therapist.

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Are you ready to reclaim your emotional equilibrium and untangle the web of traumatic memories? Dive into our EMDR Workbook for Adults and discover the transformative power of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Here are nine crucial skills you'll learn…

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There are self-help grounding exercises to do before Andler guides listeners through each step of the the eight-phase treatment process to healing. This is a must-listen for anyone embarking on EMDR therapy, even if you are planning to see a…

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This book is your roadmap to unlocking the transformative power of EMDR therapy, guiding you on a journey to not only conquer the burdens of your past but also to reclaim your present and future, filled with peace, resilience, and emotional freedom.

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Several　existing　studies on eye　movements( EMs) in　Eye　Movement　Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) have indicated that rapid horizontal saccadic EMs may have effects on memory retrieval and recall diminishing the vividness and…

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Cyclone Gabrielle was a destructive storm that impacted a large proportion of the population of Aotearoa New Zealand. The authors supported mental health services in affected areas and provided accessible psychological therapy to many survivors of…

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Incarcerated individuals who apply to participate in a prison-based therapeutic community (TC) are generally seeking to address their offending behavior and contributing factors. This could include their relationships, beliefs, and emotional…

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This study aims to investigate the specific effects of the EMDR Flash Technique on adolescents with depression. This follow-up study consists of 32 adolescents, 12–17 years of age (M = 14.34, SD = 1.56), including 7 males and 25 females. They were…

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BackgroundIndividuals suffering from PTSD following childhood abuse represent a large subgroup of patients attending mental health services. The aim of phase-based treatment is to tailor treatment to the specific needs to childhood abuse survivors…

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While considered controversial by some, Method acting as popularized by Lee Strasberg is a technique that elicits powerful and authentic results on stage and screen. The foundational Method acting techniques, the Relaxation Exercise (RE) and the…

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With eye movements (EMDR), it has achieved positive results in treating psychological disorders and traumatic experiences in children, adolescents, and adults. Therefore, the aim of the current research is to measure the effect of the therapeutic…

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Eye movement desensitisation reprocessing (EMDR) therapy was developed by Francine Shapiro following an incidental discovery in 1987 of how eye movements during a walk in the park decreased negative emotions associated with distressing memories.…

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In this paper, we critically examine the article by Otgaar et al. (2022a) which claims that psychotherapy can induce false memories of trauma and that therapists can suggest memories of experiences that clients never had. Specifically, Otgaar et al.…

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