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Background: Learn the basic neurobiology of trauma and the brain mechanisms involved in accessing, shifting, and adaptively resolving traumata. Expose participants to a number of "window of tolerance" techniques. A comprehensive review of the adaptive information processing system and the EMDR 8 phase protocol will be demonstrated through patient videos.
Demystifying EMDR & The Language of Trauma I. Trauma and eating disorders II. EMDR A. EMDR overview a. definition b. effective evidenced based treatment guidelines c. focus of tx d. role of bilateral stimulation (BLS)/ dual attention stimulation (DAS) B. History and background a. research review b. development of BLS alternative forms of BLS and application C. Why and How a. EMDR and treatment of PTSD and traumas 1. managed care/insurance coverage myths 2.EMDR and brain mechanism in REM sleep b. types of memory systems in brain 1. why some people develop PTSD 2. recovery from trauma c. research on BLS and REM D. Clinical guidelines a. review of APA, dept. of defense, dept. of VA, ISTSS ranking of EMDR b. comparable rated therapies for treatment of trauma E. Adaptive information processing system a. definition, when it occurs, and function b. what trauma looks and feels like when AIP stalls out c. push starting the AIP 1. accessing fragmented frozen trauma memories 2. implicit memory vs. explicit memory 3. moving memory from implicit to explicit memory within the AIP d. brain biology F. Trauma memory (case example) a. triggers b. emotions c. beliefs d. sensations e. pictures G. three pronged approach a. past b. present c. future H. memory Network I. 8 phase protocol a. all 8 phases reviewed with case example and full session videos to demonstrate 8 phases and totality of successful EMDR session with dual eating disorder/trauma pt. b. self- soothing techniques c. mindfulness techniques d. grounding techniques e. window of tolerance techniques
Evidence shows that trauma is not a frontal lobe issue, but a right brain issue flooding the limibic system and assaulting individuals with paralyzing emotions, sensations, and self-referencing beliefs. This workshop will expose participants to the psychotherapy of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) one of the many right brained therapies available to adaptively resolve and assist in the digestion of complex trauma issues including comorbid diagnoses of eating disorders. A review of the recent literature in the mechanisms and application of bilateral stimulation (BLS) will be presented as well as several studies after 9/11 indicating the benefits and importance of right brained therapy treatment for trauma survivors and related disorders. Case examples demonstrating the adaptive information processing system (AIP) and the eight phase protocol will be discussed and patient video tapes will unfold an actual EMDR session from start to finish unveiling the process. Participants will witness memory defragmentation, shifting disturbance from implicit to explicit memory, and adaptive resolution of a sexual assault case that directly influenced the onset of a patient eating disorder. Additionally, participants will learn practical "window of tolerance" skills to use within their own practice to assist their patients with safety, grounding, and anxiety reduction for trauma processing.
Heidi is designated a certified trauma specialist, board certified expert in traumatic stress and holds the status of diplomate for both The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic stress and The National Center for Crisis Management. Heidi specializes and is certified in EMDR therapy through EMDRIA. With over 15 years experience as a therapist, she has extensive knowledge in working with both adults and children with complex traumas and eating disorders. She worked several years at The Renfrew Center. Heidi worked with survivors/rescue workers of 9/11. She is a trauma therapist for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue and Sheriff's Dept.
