Preliminary comparison of CBT and EMDR interventions for trauma in an IAPT service
Description
Introduction
CBT and EMDR are NICE recommended evidence-based treatments for trauma and PTSD. However, there is less specification of which individuals might find CBT versus EMDR more effective. There is also comparatively little evidence as to the order in which treatments should be offered or whether there are benefits from having both therapies sequentially.
Method
This study describes a service evaluation examining the relative effectiveness of CBT and EMDR for treating trauma-related problems in an outpatient service. It uses chi-square tests and logistic regressions to examine effects on recovery rates and treatment outcomes of relevant predictors including the treatment received (CBT/EMDR), whether it is a first or subsequent treatment episode, and other characteristics including symptom score at first contact and treatment duration.
Discussion
By obtaining a better understanding of outcomes from each treatment modality in the service, clinicians will be able to better inform clients about this choice. Additionally, relatively fewer clinicians in the UK are trained in EMDR than CBT. Improved understanding of potential differences in who may benefit most from different treatment modalities will allow for better-informed service-level planning of allocation of clinician resources and clinical pathways for individuals with trauma-related problems.
CBT and EMDR are NICE recommended evidence-based treatments for trauma and PTSD. However, there is less specification of which individuals might find CBT versus EMDR more effective. There is also comparatively little evidence as to the order in which treatments should be offered or whether there are benefits from having both therapies sequentially.
Method
This study describes a service evaluation examining the relative effectiveness of CBT and EMDR for treating trauma-related problems in an outpatient service. It uses chi-square tests and logistic regressions to examine effects on recovery rates and treatment outcomes of relevant predictors including the treatment received (CBT/EMDR), whether it is a first or subsequent treatment episode, and other characteristics including symptom score at first contact and treatment duration.
Discussion
By obtaining a better understanding of outcomes from each treatment modality in the service, clinicians will be able to better inform clients about this choice. Additionally, relatively fewer clinicians in the UK are trained in EMDR than CBT. Improved understanding of potential differences in who may benefit most from different treatment modalities will allow for better-informed service-level planning of allocation of clinician resources and clinical pathways for individuals with trauma-related problems.
Format
Conference
Language
English
Original Work Citation
Belli, S., Sim, S., & Vatmanides, O. (). Preliminary comparison of CBT and EMDR interventions for trauma in an IAPT service. Poster presented at the BABCP 51st Annual Conference, Cardiff, UK
Citation
“Preliminary comparison of CBT and EMDR interventions for trauma in an IAPT service,” Francine Shapiro Library, accessed May 6, 2024, https://francineshapirolibrary.omeka.net/items/show/28510.