Practical applications of the polyvagal theory in EMDR therapy

In this workshop, we explore how to increase your capacity to support traumatized clients through applications of the Polyvagal Theory in your EMDR therapy practice. Tenets of the Polyvagal Theory are presented as practical, EMDR therapy applications with a focus on fidelity to the basic protocol in each phase with adherence to the Adaptive Information Processing model. Through intentional focus on the body, relationships, and environment, we explore how to be effective in even the most complex trauma cases. Safety and connection are intentionally integrated into each of the 8 phases of EMDR Therapy from case conceptualization in Phase 1: History Taking with exploration of targets past experience, current triggers, and future potential challenges to Phase 8: Re-evaluation though intentional return previous targets as well as emergent new targets with a greater felt sense of safety through connection, and every goal of each phase in-between.

Conference

English

Jackie Flynn

Flynn, J. (2023, August). Practical applications of the polyvagal theory in EMDR therapy. Presentation at the at the 28th EMDR International Association Conference, Arlington, VA