Deep dive into EMDR Basic Training modules.

  • Cultural Diversity and Inclusion: Commitment & Approach of ECSC’s Basic Training Program, The Foundations Of Working With Trauma And Dissociation, History and Overview of EMDR, The Foundations of Attachment Theory as a Basis for EMDR Case Conceptualization, Overview of the Model of Structural Dissociation of the Personality, The Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) Model

    10:15-10:30 am -MORNING BREAK

    Morning Practicum- Methods of Client Stabilization, EMDR Therapy and Telehealth

    12:30-1:30 pm - LUNCH

    Model, Method, and Mechanism of EMDR, Case formulation — Attachment Theory as a Foundation for EMDR Treatment Planning, Principles and Approaches to EMDR Phase One — History Taking (with various client populations), Assessing Stability and Readiness for Reprocessing, EMDR Phase Two — Preparation

    3:30-3:45 pm - BREAK

    Afternoon Practicum

    Total: 

    • Lecture — 8.5 hrs.

    • Practicum — 6.0 hrs.

    • Daily AM Break — 15 mins

    • Daily Lunch Break — 60 mins.

    • Daily PM Break — 15 mins

  • Consultation

    10:30-10:45 am - BREAK

    The Modulation Model — Dual Attention and the Window of Tolerance

    Bridge Techniques to use for Forestalled History Taking, and in Certain Problems of Reprocessing
    Case Examples of History Taking and Targeting Sequence

    EMDR Phase Three – Assessment of the Reprocessing Target
    EMDR Phase Four – Desensitization
    EMDR Phase Five – Installation

    12:30-1:30 pm - LUNCH

    EMDR Phase Six – Body Scan
    EMDR Phase Seven – Closure
    Standards for Scope of Practice during and after Basic Training in EMDR

    3:15-3:30 pm - BREAK

    Practicum

    Total:

    • Consultation — 4 hrs

    •  Lecture — 5.50 hrs.

    • Practicum — 5 hrs

    • Daily AM Break — 15 mins.

    • Daily Lunch Break -- 60 mins.

    •  Daily PM Break — 15 mins.

  • Consultation

    10:00-10:15 am - BREAK

    Phase Eight — Re-evaluation
    The 3-Pronged Approach in EMDR Therapy — Past, Present, Future
    Introduction to using EMDR with Children and Adolescents
    Dual Attention and the Window of Tolerance during Reprocessing

    12-15-1:15 pm - LUNCH

    Maintaining and Restoring Effective Reprocessing, including the use of Clinical Interweaves
    Treating Unconsolidated Memories with the “Recent Events” Protocol
    EMDR Treatment of Somatic Disorders and Chronic Pain
    EMDR Treatment of Traumatic and Complex Grief

    Practicum

    3:15-3:30 pm - BREAK

    Practicum

    Total:

    • Consultation — 4 hrs

    •  Lecture — 5.5 hrs

    • Practicum — 5 hrs

    • AM Break — 15 mins

    • Lunch Break — 60 mins

    • PM Break -- 15 mins

  • Consultation

    10:30-10:45 am - BREAK

    EMDR Treatment of Depression, Specific Phobias and Panic Disorder
    EMDR Treatment of Complex PTSD — the CIPOS Method
    Titrated EMDR Reprocessing — the Inverted Protocol, and EMD
    EMDR Treatment of Substance Abuse and Compulsive Behaviors
    Working with Survivors of Incest, Sexual Abuse and Early Neglect

    12:30-1:30 pm - LUNCH

    Cultural Competency and Cultural Humility in the Practice of EMDR Therapy The EMDR Community and the Need for Ongoing Continuing Education in EMDR and Consultation
    Systems Issues, Insurance Reimbursement, and Adjunctive Use of EMDR

    Practicum

    3:30-3:45 pm - BREAK

    Total:

    • Consultation — 4.0 hrs

    •  Lecture — 5.5 hrs

    •  Practicum — 5 hrs

    • Daily AM Break — 15 mins

    • Daily Lunch Break — 60 mins.

    • Daily PM Break -- 15 mins.

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe the key principles of the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model.

  2. Describe the five elements of Francine Shapiro’s (2018) model of a memory network.

  3. Describe the effects of trauma on information processing.

  4. Provide effective stabilization procedures and EMDR therapy to persons referred for PTSD, panic disorder, and phobias of a traumatic origin.

  5. Explain EMDR therapy’s standard 3-prong protocol.

  6. Describe at least three different theoretical mechanisms underlying EMDR therapy’s treatment effects.

  7. Evaluate which measure of dissociation is appropriate for use based on client presentation. 

  8. Determine whether a client meets the readiness criteria for EMDR therapy reprocessing or requires extended preparation for reprocessing.

  9. Describe the importance of assessment for dissociation before the onset of EMDR therapy reprocessing.

  10. Apply standardized assessment measures, tools, and/or structured interviews to screen all prospective EMDR therapy clients for dissociation prior to applying any bilateral stimulation.

  11. Demonstrate at least three different client stabilization procedures and the rationale for their use. 

  12. Discuss possible cultural adaptations within the eight phases of EMDR therapy’s standard protocol.

  13. Create a treatment plan that includes a targeting sequence for EMDR therapy reprocessing based on a history of symptoms, the history of the client, and their treatment goals. 

  14. Summarize the purpose of each of the eight phases of EMDR therapy standard protocol, as well as the sequential steps in each of the eight phases.

  15. Describe the client's verbal and nonverbal responses that indicate effective EMDR therapy reprocessing.

  16. Name the four causes of EMDR therapy ineffective reprocessing.

  17. Demonstrate procedures for closing an EMDR therapy reprocessing session.

  18. Evaluate the client’s need for stabilization at the close of each EMDR therapy session.

  19. Explain the differences and similarities between EMDR standard protocol and EMD.

  20. Describe possible technical and procedural adaptations to EMDR therapy’s standard protocol needed for use with children and adolescents.

  21. Describe possible reasons why EMDR therapy treatment of active duty military personnel and veterans is a specialty area.

  22. Create at least four specific phobia questions to develop a targeting sequence for EMDR therapy reprocessing.

  23. Describe at least two specialized protocols for EMDR therapy use with substance use disorders.

  24. Describe the purpose and procedure for utilizing Arne Hofmann’s (2010) Inverted Protocol for use with complex PTSD clients.

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