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1. Pace, P. (2003, September). Connecting ego states through time with EMDR and lifespan integration. Presentation at the annual meeting of the EMDR International Association, Denver, CO.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
Participants will be introduced to Lifespan Integration, an effective new technique, which connects dissociated ego states to one another, and eventually produces an integrated self. This technique brings up images related to the targeted trauma, and gives the client insights about the lifelong pattern of behaviors resultant from the trauma. External resources are rarely needed as clients spontaneously connect to internal resources. Participants will learn how Lifespan Integration can be used adjunctive to EMDR: 1) to quickly resolve feeder memories which are interfering with processing; 2) to help clients who are flooding with emotion regain connection to their cognitive capacities; and 3) to help clients access positive internal resources related to the targeted trauma.
Keywords: Ego States Lifespan Integration
Accuracy Verified: Yes
2. Young, W., Puk, G., & Rouanzoin, C. C. (1995, June). Current trends using EMDR in dissociative disorders. Presentation at the EMDR Network Conference, Santa Monica, CA.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
This workshop covers the screening, diagnosis, treatment and pitfalls encountered in using EMDR in Dissociative Disorders.
The unexpected finding of dissociative disorders among trauma victims using EMDR requires therapists to be able to recogme and
screen for dissociative conditions. Under special circumstances, these patients may have negative reactions which the EMDR
therapist should be prepared to manage.
Treatment requires a strong alliance, an awareness of dissociation and the management of patients' abreactions. Treatment
guidelines have been established for using EMDR which can guide therapists as our expmence with dissociative disorders evolves.
A careful informed consent should be obtained and an assessment of the patient's inner resources made so that ffagile patients with
histories of chronic trauma are not inadvertently injured. Further, EMDR is not designed as a tool for "memory work" but for the
reduction of distress for events or experiences already known.
Lectures, discussions, handouts and video tape demonstrations show the application of EMDR in a variety of conditions.
The results of a pilot study using EMDR in 15 patients with 33 target symptoms will be presented. In this limited sample, between
50% and 60% of patients achieved significant reduction of their distress levels on selected targets. A variety of responses occurred
including fusions, generalization effects, and establishmg inner dialogue. In addition, a variety of problems arose resulting in
treatment failures or cessation of EMDR. These include such reactions as flooding, escalation of anger, paranoia and resistance to
the treatment. The implications of these findings suggest that cautious patient selection and use of EMDR has a potential use and
that as research in this population continues, strategies for overcoming problem areas can be developed.
Keywords: Dissociative Disorders
Accuracy Verified: Yes
3. Cahill, S. P., Carrigan, M. H., & Frueh, B. C. (1999, January-April). Does EMDR work? And if so, why?: A critical review of controlled outcome and dismantling research. Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 13(1-2), 5-33. doi:10.1016/S0887-6185(98)00039-5.
Language: English
Format: Journal
Abstract:
Research on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) was reviewed to answer the questions “Does EMDR work?” and “If so, Why?” This first question was further subdivided on the basis of the control group: (a) no-treatment (or wait list control), (b) nonvalidated treatments, and (c) other validated treatments. The evidence supports the following general conclusions: First, EMDR appears to be effective in reducing at least some indices of distress relative to no-treatment in a number of anxiety conditions, including posttraumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, and public-speaking anxiety. Second, EMDR appears at least as effective or more effective than several nonvalidated treatments (e.g., relaxation, active listening) for posttraumatic stress reactions. Third, despite statements implying the contrary, no previously published study has directly compared EMDR with an independently validated treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (e.g., therapist-directed flooding). In the treatment of simple phobia, participant modeling has been found to be more effective than EMDR. Fourth, our review of dismantling studies reveals there is no convincing evidence that eye movements significantly contribute to treatment outcome. Recommendations regarding further research directions are provided(ScienceDirect).
Keywords: Anxiety Disorders Literature Review PTSD Relaxation Therapy Treatment Effectiveness
Accuracy Verified: Yes
4. Nettz, S. L. (1995, August). Effects of a single session of EMDR, flooding, and a credible placebo treatment on traumatic memories in male veterans. Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL. AAT 9614404.
Language: English
Format: Dissertation/Thesis
Abstract:
This study explored the effectiveness of a single session of three different treatments for traumatic memories. Subjects were 45 adult males, randomly assigned to Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Flooding, or Placebo therapy (Modified Avoidance Response Conditioning [ MARC]). Self-report and physiological measures were employed to measure treatment effectiveness. Subjects completed the following pre-treatment inventories: Michigan Alcohol Screening Test, Impact of Event Scale, State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, Questionnaire on Mental Imagery, and the Treatment Credibility Questionnaire. Post-treatment measures included self-report measures (Subjective Units of Distress [ SUDs] and Treatment Credibility Questionnaire) and physiological measures (heart rate, skin conductance, and skin temperature). Treatments were rated as equally credible before and after the session. Both EMDR and Flooding produced a significant decrease in the self-report of anxiety compared to the Placebo (MARC) group. Neither heart rate or skin conductance channels showed a significant change for any of the three groups during post-treatment assessment phases. However, skin temperature was significantly lower for the Flooding group compared to the MARC group during two post-treatment phases, suggesting that the Flooding group was more physiologically aroused than Placebo (MARC) subjects. Findings suggest that during Flooding, exposure to disturbing elements of a trauma is associated with physiological arousal, which in turn leads to lessening of subjective distress. However, a different mechanism may account for EMDR treatment effects. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2008 APA, all rights reserved)
Dissertation Abstracts International: Section B: The Sciences and Engineering. 57(1-B), Jul 1996, pp. 0687
Keywords: Adults Emotional Trauma Empirical Study Evaluation Male Memory Military Treatment Effectiveness Treatment Outcome/Clinical Trial Veterans
Accuracy Verified: Yes
5. Shapiro, F. (2000). EMDR ten years after its introduction: A review of past, present, and future directions. Mental Research Institute, Palo Alto, CA, 1-15.
Language: English
Format: Other
Abstract:
At the time a controlled study of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) was introduced in a peerreviewed
journal (Shapiro, 1989a) as a method for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) only one other controlled
clinical outcome study of this disorder had been published (Peniston, 1986). The Peniston (1986) study compa.red 45 sessions
of relaxation and biofeedback-assisted desensitization to a non-treatment control and reported significant differences in muscle
tension and in unstandardized measures of nightmares and anxiety. In the same year as the Shapiro study, three other
controlled PTSD studies were published (Brom, Kleber, & Defares, 1989; Cooper & Clum, 1989; Keane, Fairklank, Caddell, &
Zimering, 1989). The Brom et al. (1989) study compared the results of psychodynamic therapy, hypnotherapy, and
desensitization based on a mean of 16 sessions. Equivalent (small to moderate) clinical treatment effects were obtained with all
three approaches in approximately 60% of the subjects as assessed by various measures. The Cooper and Clun? (1989) study
compared flooding to standard VA care and reported small clinical effects after 6-14 sessions, with a 30% partiicipant drop-out
rate. The Keane et al. (1989) study compared flooding to a wait-list control and reported small clinical effects after 14-16
sessions. In contrast to the preceding three studies, Shapiro (1989a) found very substantial treatment effects with EMDR (then
called 'EMD") after only one session.
Keywords: Review
Accuracy Verified: Yes
6. Stickgold, R. (2002, January). EMDR: A putative neurobiological mechanism of action. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 58(1), 61-75. doi:10.1002/jclp.1129.
Language: English
Format: Journal
Abstract:
Numerous studies have provided evidence for the efficacy of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) in the treatment of PTSD, including recent studies showing it to be more efficient than therapist-directed flooding. But few theoretical explanations of how EMDR might work have been offered. Shapiro, in her original description of EMDR, proposed that its directed eye movements mimic the saccades of rapid eye movement sleep (REM), but provided no clear explanation of how such mimicry might lead to clinical improvment. We now revisit her original proposal and present a complete model for how EMDR could lead to specific improvement in PTSD and related conditions. We propose that the repetitive redirecting of attention in EMDR induces a neurobiological state, similar to that of REM sleep, which is optimally configured to support the cortical integration of traumatic memories into general semantic networks. We suggest that this integration can then lead to a reduction in the strength of hippocampally mediated episodic memories of the traumatic event as well as the memories' associated, amygdala-dependent, negative affect. Experimental data in support of this model are reviewed and possible tests of the model are suggested. [Author Abstract]
Keywords: Cognitive Processes Mechanism of Action Neurobiology Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Psychophysiology PTSD Review Sleep Behavior Treatment Effectiveness
Accuracy Verified: Yes
7. Pitman, R., Orr, S., Altman, B., Longpre, R., Poire, R., Macklin, M., Michaels, M. J., & Steketee, G. S. (1996, November-December). Emotional processing and outcome of imaginal flooding therapy in Vietnam veterans with chronic posttraumatic stress disorder. Comprehensive Psychiatry, 37(6), 409-418. doi:10.1016/S0010-440X(96)90025-5.
Language: English
Format: Journal
Abstract:
This study examined emotional processing and outcome in 20 Vietnam veterans with chronic posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who underwent imaginal flooding therapy. Results supported the occurrence of emotional processing, as manifest in significant activation, within-session habituation, and partial across-session habituation of physiologic and self-reported process variables. The flooding therapy produced only modest overall improvement, which was statistically significant for avoidance symptomatology measured by the Impact of Events Scale (TOES) and number of intrusions per day recorded by the subject in a log. Symptomatic improvement appeared to generalize from a treated to an untreated experience. Heart rate activation during the first flooding session predicted a decrease in daily number of intrusive combat memories across the therapy. Otherwise, there was little association between extent of emotional processing and therapeutic outcome. The results provide limited support for the notion that mobilization of phychophysiologic arousal during exposure therapy predicts improvement. [Author Abstract]
Keywords: Emotional Processing Flooding Therapy Posttraumatic Stress Disorder PTSD Vietnam Veterans
Accuracy Verified: Yes
8. Pitman, R., Orr, S., Altman, B., Longpre, R., Poire, R., & Macklin, M. (1996, November-December). Emotional processing during eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy of Vietnam veterans with chronic post-traumatic stress disorder. Comprehensive Psychiatry, 37(6), 419-429. doi:10.1016/S0010-440X(96)90025-5.
Language: English
Format: Journal
Abstract:
This study examined emotional processing and outcome in 27 Vietnam veterans with chronic PTSD who underwent eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, with and without the eye movement component, in a crossover design. Results supported the occurrence of partial emotional processing, but there were no differences in its extent in the eye-movement versus eyes-fixed conditions. Therapy produced a modest to moderate overall improvement, mostly on the Impact of Event Scale. There was slightly more improvement in the eyes-fixed than eye-movement condition. There was little association between the extent of emotional processing and therapeutic outcome. In our hands, EMDR was at least as efficacious for combat-related PTSD as imaginal flooding proved to be in a previous study, and was better tolerated by subjects. However, results suggest that eye movements do not play a significant role in processing of traumatic information in EMDR and that factors other than eye movements are responsible for EMDR's therapeutic effect. [Author Abstract]
Keywords: Americans Clinical Trial Empirical Study Longitudinal Study Males Middle Aged Posttraumatic Stress Disorder PTSD Treatment Effectiveness Veterans Vietnam War
Accuracy Verified: Yes
9. Shapiro, F. (1989, September). Eye movement desensitization: A new treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, 20(3), 211-217. doi:10.1016/0005-7916(89)90025-6.
Language: English
Format: Journal
Abstract:
The use of saccadic eye movements for treating PTSD is described. The procedure involves eliciting from clients sequences of large-magnitude, rhythmic saccadic eye movements while holding in mind the most salient aspect of a traumatic memory. This results in (1) a lasting reduction of anxiety, (2) changes in the cognitive assessment of the memory, and (3) cessation of flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, and sleep disturbances. The procedure can be extremely effective in only one session, as indicated by a previous controlled study and a case history presented here. It does not require a hierarchical approach, as in desensitization, or the elicitation of disturbingly high levels of anxiety over a prolonged period of time, as in flooding. Some speculations are offered concerning the basis for the effectiveness of procedure. [Author Summary]
Keywords: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder PTSD
Accuracy Verified: Yes
10. Cahill, S., & Frueh, C. (1997, September-October). Flooding versus eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy: Relative efficacy has yet to be investigated -- comment on Pitman et al (1996). Comprehensive Psychiatry, 38(5), 300-303. doi:10.1016/S0010-440X(97)90064-X.
Language: English
Format: Journal
Abstract:
Pitman et al. recently published a pair of studies on the relationship between indicators of emotional processing and outcome in flooding therapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Among their conclusions, they asserted EMDR was found to be at least as effective [as] flooding in the treatment of combat-related PTSD and produced fewer adverse consequences. Although this research constitutes an important contribution to the literature on psychosocial treatments for PTSD, their conclusions regarding the relative effectiveness of these two treatments are unwarranted. The bases of our objections are that (1) assignment of participants to treatment conditions was nonrandom, and (2) several significant procedural differences existed between the two studies in addition to the specific treatments under investigation. These include different inclusion and exclusion criteria, the confounding of psychological treatment with psychiatric medication status, and differences in assessment procedures. Since the two treatments were not compared in a single head-to-head controlled trial, we conclude that their relative efficacy has yet to be investigated. [Author Abstract]
Keywords: Comment Exposure Therapy Posttraumatic Strerss Disorder Professional Criticism PTSD Reply Treatment Effectiveness
Accuracy Verified: Yes
11. Rossman, M. & Bresler, D. (1995, June). Interactive guided imagery and EMDR: Synergy and complementarity. Presentation at the EMDR Network Conference, Santa Monica, CA.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
I. What is Imagery?
An image is a thought-form with sensory qualities. It is an internal representation of personal reality. Imagery is the
natural, efficient way the human nervous system stores, processes and accesses information. Imagery is the major
natural language of the unconscious
II. What is Interactive Communication?
There are three levels of interactive communication.
(1) Non-interactive communication in which the client is a passive participant of suggestion and the guide sets the
pacing and direction of the experience.
(2) One way interactive communication in which the guide provides the direction but the client sets the pace (e.g.
"let me know when you are feeling more comfortable and relaxed).
(3) Two way interactive communication in which the client provides both the pace and the direction of the
experience.
There are many great advantages to working interactively. Greater client participation in the process leads to greater
client empowerment, and with a greater sense of personal control, clients are able to progress more rapidly with less
resistance to the change process.
III. What is Interactive Guided Imagery"? -
Interactive Guided Imagery is a therapeutic approach that quickly accesses and simultaneously utilizes the rich
resources available from both the client's conscious and unconscious minds. It includes a set of techniques designed to
enhance relaxation, reduce the effects of stress, modulate affect, increase motivation, expand creativity and problem
solving abilities, resolve conflicts and the sequellae of trauma and facilitate action planning.
IV. The Inner Advisor -
The Inner Advisor is an internalized image that has the qualifies of wisdom and compassion. It can represent a
crucial inner support system for clients dealing with PTSD. Participants are taught how to find their own Inner
Advisors and to establish a dialogue that can lead to future inner exploration. The benefits and potential
complications of working with Advisor figures are discussed.
V. EMDR and Interactive Guided Imagery - (IGI)
Drs. Bresler and Rossman discuss what Interactive Guided Imagery and EMDR have in common and how they differ.
In particular, EMDR therapists are encouraged to utilize Conditioned Relaxation to enhance the clearing process
during eye movements, and to recruit the assistance of the Inner Advisor to prevent or reduce flooding, traumatic
insight, and/or regression panic. Conflict resolution techniques are also discussed.
Keywords: Guided Imagery
Accuracy Verified: Yes
12. Aduriz, M. E., & Bluthgen, C. (2007, Novembro). Inundación en Santa Fe-Argentina: Protocolo de intervención grupal con EMDR [Flooding in Santa Fe, Argentina: Group protocol intervention with EMDR] . Apresentação no I Congresso Ibero-Americano de EMDR, Brasília, Brasil.
Language: Spanish
Format: Conference
Abstract:
Narrarán brevemente la experiencia de
catástrofe con 220 niños; las distintas etapas de
preparación, trabajo de campo y seguimiento.
Mostrarán a través del Protocolo Grupal
Integrativo, los dibujos y resultados estadísticos
de esta intervención donde probó de manera clara
de ser eficiente, acotada, poco costosa y con
resultados sostenidos a lo largo del tiempo.
Background: narrated briefly the experience of catastrophe with 220 children, the different stages of preparation, field work and monitoring. Displayed through the Protocol Group
Integrative, drawings and statistical results
of this intervention which clearly proved
to be efficient, bounded, inexpensive and
sustained results over time.
Keywords: Flooding Group Protocol Sante Fe
Accuracy Verified: Yes
13. van Winkle, V. (1999, June). Metaphors for affect education and affect tolerance. Presentation at the annual meeting of the EMDR International Association, Las Vegas, NV.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
Participants will learn: 1) how EMDR is used in indepth psychotherapy; 2) how to access the clients current level of affect tolerance; and what affect education needs the client may have; 3) how to conceptualize the use of metaphors for affect education and affect tolerance; and 4) some specific metaphors that are consistently helpful for flooding and fragmenting.
Keywords: Affect Education Affect Tolerance Indepth Psychoterapy Metaphors
Accuracy Verified: Yes
14. Films for the Humanities & Sciences. (2000). Phobia: When an irrational fear takes control - Treating Phobias 1. British Broadcasting Company.
Language: English
Format: Video
Abstract:
For 10-year-old Danny, it’s dogs. For Trevor, it’s falling. For Diane, it’s air travel. And for Donna, it’s the everyday act of driving a car. In this program, these four patients come to grips with their phobias by undergoing treatments involving behavioral therapy, flooding, and EMDR, eye-movement desensitization reprocessing—with impressive results.
Keywords: Fear Phobias Psychosocial Factors Treatment
Accuracy Verified: Yes
15. Obenchain, J., Rogers, S., Silver, S., & Goss, J. (1999, November). Preliminary results of data comparing EMDR to flooding. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Miami, FL.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
Preliminary Data was collected on a group of Vietnam veterans
from10/20/97 to 9/1/98. All Subjects met criteria for PTSD
according to DSM IV utilizing the CAPS scale. Patients were then
randonly assigned to either the EMDR group or the Flooding
group. One therapist completed one EMDR session on the
patient’s Primary Combat Image; another therapist completed one
session on the PCI using Flooding technique. The head nurse,
blind to the treatment provided, met with each subject prior to
group assignment and measured their Blood pressure and pulse
using DINAMAP Blood Pressure Monitor. He then asked the subjects
to keep a SUDS Scale on their PCI noting frequency and
intensity for the next week. He also asked them to complete an
Impact of Event Scale on their PCI. Subjects then received one
session of EMDR or Flooding and were asked to keep a SUDS
Scale on their PCI for another week. Subjects then returned to the
head nurse, were asked to recall their PCI and blood pressure,
pulse and SUDS and IES were again measured. Because of small
cell sizes (EMDR =8, Flooding =10) treatment effects did not
always reach Statistical significance. Nonetheless several differences
were found between the two groups. ANOVA’s were performed
using the changes in blood pressure and heart rate measured at a
final assessment period during a baseline period and while recalling
their PCI. For systolic blood pressure the EMDR group showed
no change while the Flooding group increased by 9.2. For diastolic
blood pressure the EMDR group declined an average of 3.3 while
the Flooding group increased by 7.6. For heart rate, the EMDR
group remained essentially unchanged while the Flooding group
increased an average of 6.6. This difference was significant at the
(p<.05). The EMDR group reported their PCI memories were less
severe during the week following treatment while the Flooding
group showed little change. ANOVA analysis found these differences
to tend toward statistical significance (p=.10). The EMDR
group showed improvement on the SUDS scale amd some subscales
of the IES.With prelimiary data suggesting that EMDR is
more effective than flooding,further research needs to be pursued.
Accuracy Verified: Yes
16. Keane, T. M. (1998). Psychological and behavioral treatments of post-traumatic stress disorder. In P. E. Nathan, & J. M. Gorman (Eds.), A guide to treatments that work (pp. 398-407). New York: Oxford University Press.
Language: English
Format: Book Section
Abstract:
Several Type 1 and Type 2 random clinical trials (RCTs) have confirmed exposure therapy (including systematic desensitization, flooding, prolonged exposure, and implosive therapy) and, to a lesser extent, anxiety management techniques (using both cognitive and behavioral strategies) as the psychosocial treatments of choice for PTSD.Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), a recently introduced approach to the treatment of PTSD, has shown some promise, although its research base to date, consisting largely of open clinical trials, is inadequte. [Author Abstract]
Keywords: Cognitive Therapy Epidemiology Exposure Therapy Literature Review Posttraumatic Stress Disorder PTSD Treatment Effectiveness
Accuracy Verified: Yes
17. Juraschka, W. (2009, May). Resourcing the child inside the trauma memory. Presentation at the EMDR Canada Conference, Vancouver, British Columbia Canada.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
Learn this therapeutic intervention for adults traumatized as children by working inside the trauma memory when
EMDR reprocessing breaks down because of emotional flooding. The inability to maintain dual attention is the
primary cause of feeling overwhelmed and needing to stop. Intense emotions pull the client back into their memory
and make it feel like they are reliving it (Re-traumatize). The goal of working inside the memory is to Rescue,
Witness, Nurture, and Restore resourceful qualities to the frozen child within. This will help stabilize the client and
allow the therapist to continue EMDR reprocessing.
Accuracy Verified: Yes
18. Arrondo, A., Conde, I. L., Lapeña, P., Alcaiza, C., Ustárroz,J. T., Górriz, F., & Hernández, R. (2001). Tratamiento del trastorno por estres postraumatico mediante la desensibilizacion por movimientos oculares [Posttraumatic stress disorder treatment using eye movement desensitization]. Psiquis: Revista de Psiquiatría, Psicología y Psicosomática, 22(2), 28-36.
Language: Spanish
Format: Journal
Abstract:
Trastorno de estrés postraumático se caracteriza por síntomas intrusivos, comportamientos evitative, y un alto nivel de activación. Este trastorno aparece después de que la persona está expuesta a un acontecimiento traumático. Varias técnicas han sido utilizadas para hacer frente a este trastorno como la exposición, las inundaciones, la desensibilización, y otras técnicas para tratar la ansiedad. En este trabajo una nueva técnica cognitivo-conductual se propone. La desensibilización del movimiento del ojo se caracteriza por una fácil aplicación y resultados rápidos. Procedimiento, los posibles mecanismos de acción, y los estudios sobre su eficacia son revisados. [Adaptado de Resumen del autor]
PTSD is characterised by intrusive symptoms, evitative behaviours, and a high level of activation. This disorder appears after the person is exposed to a traumatic event. Several techniques have been used to deal with this disorder such as exposure, flooding, desensitisation, and other techniques to treat anxiety. In this paper a new cognitive-behavioural technique is proposed. Eye Movement Desensitization is characterised by easy application and fast results. Procedure, possible mechanisms of action, and studies about its efficiency are reviewed. [Adapted from Author abstract]
Keywords: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder PTSD Saccadic Movements
Accuracy Verified: Yes
19. Fisher, J. (2012, June). Trauma, body and neurobiology EMDR and sensorimotor psychotherapy in treatment of dissociative disorders [Trauma, neurobiología y el cuerpo: EMDR y la psicoterapia sensoriomotriz en el tratamiento de los trastornos disociativos]. Presentation at the annual meeting of EMDR Europe Association, Madrid, Spain.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
Although
most
patients
respond
well
to
EMDR
treatment,
those
with
dissociative
disorders
often
become
more
fragmented:
they
experience
flooding
of
memory,
or
they
become
disconnected
and
numb.
Faced
with
the
dissociative
patient
who
cannot
tolerate
emotions,
who
cannot
manage
self-‐destructive
impulses,
differentiate
past
and
present,
or
create
a
Safe
Place—is
there
any
way
that
EMDR
can
be
helpful?
The
answer
is,
“Yes.”
With
an
understanding
of
post-‐traumatic
neurobiology
and
the
Structural
Dissociation
model,
the
responses
of
dissociative
disorder
patients
to
EMDR
become
logical
rather
than
surprising.
If
we
understand
their
purpose
and
meaning,
we
can
better
address
the
responses
that
interfere
with
successful
EMDR
processing.
Then
if
we
use
simple
body-‐centered
interventions
drawn
from
Sensorimotor
Psychotherapy
that
modulate
autonomic
arousal
and
address
the
needs
and
fears
of
each
part
of
the
personality,
EMDR
treatments
can
help
even
our
most
de-‐stabilized
and
dissociative
clients.
This
workshop
will
introduce
a
neurobiological
model
for
understanding
how
and
when
EMDR
treatments
can
be
effective
even
with
dysregulated
and
dissociative
clients
and
offer
an
introduction
to
Sensorimotor
Psychotherapy,
a
body-‐centered
therapy
developed
specifically
to
treat
post-‐traumatic
symptoms.
Participants
will
be
taught
simple,
body-‐centered
interventions
that
can
be
woven
into
both
trauma
processing
and
Resource
Development
protocols.
Using
lecture,
videotape,
session
demonstration
and
actual
practice,
participants
will
have
an
opportunity
to
integrate
these
simple
but
effective
techniques
into
their
EMDR
practice.
Si
bien
la
mayoría
de
los
pacientes
responden
bien
al
tratamiento
con
EMDR,
con
frecuencia
aquellos
que
sufren
trastornos
disociativos
se
vuelven
más
fragmentados:
sienten
una
inundación
de
la
memoria
o
se
vuelven
desconectados
y
“anestesiados”.
Ante
el
paciente
disociativo
que
no
es
capaz
de
tolerar
las
emociones,
que
no
puede
gestionar
los
impulsos
auto-‐destructivos,
distinguir
entre
pasado
y
presente
o
crear
un
Lugar
Seguro,
¿existe
alguna
manera
en
la
cual
puede
resultar
útil
EMDR?
La
respuesta
es,
“Sí.”
Con
una
comprensión
de
la
neurobiología
post
traumática
y
del
modelo
de
disociación
estructural,
las
respuestas
de
los
pacientes
con
trastorno
disociativo
a
EMDR
se
vuelven
lógicas
en
lugar
de
sorprendentes.
Si
entendemos
su
propósito
y
significado,
estaremos
mejor
situados
para
abordar
las
respuestas
que
interfieren
con
el
éxito
del
procesamiento
con
EMDR.
De
ahí,
si
aplicamos
intervenciones
sencillas
centradas
en
el
cuerpo
derivadas
de
la
psicoterapia
sensoriomotriz
que
modulan
la
excitación
autonómica
y
abordan
las
necesidades
y
miedos
de
cada
parte
de
la
personalidad,
los
tratamientos
con
EMDR
pueden
ayudar
a
nuestros
clientes,
incluso
a
los
más
desestabilizados
y
disociativos.
Este
taller
introducirá
un
modelo
neurobiológico
para
comprender
el
cómo
y
cuándo
los
tratamientos
basados
en
EMDR
pueden
resultar
efectivos
aún
en
los
clientes
desregulados
y
disociativos
y
ofrece
una
introducción
a
la
psicoterapia
sensoriomotriz,
una
terapia
que
se
centra
en
el
cuerpo
desarrollada
específicamente
para
tratar
los
síntomas
post-‐traumáticos.
Se
les
enseñará
a
los
participantes
intervenciones
sencillas
y
centradas
en
el
cuerpo
que
pueden
entretejerse
en
los
protocolos
tanto
de
procesamiento
del
trauma
como
de
desarrollo
de
recursos.
Mediante
la
conferencia,
vídeos,
demostraciones
de
sesiones
y
prácticas
reales,
los
participantes
tendrán
la
oportunidad
de
integrar
estas
técnicas
sencillas
a
la
vez
que
efectivas
en
su
ejercicio
de
EMDR.
Keywords: Dissociative Disorder Neurobiology
Accuracy Verified: Yes
20. Hancox, J., & Weber, N. (1999, June). Understanding transformations of energy in EMDR. Presentation at the annual meeting of the EMDR International Association, Las Vegas, NV.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
Participants will be able to: 1) learn how to utilize the 5 senses in creating a safe environment; 2) learn how to open the 6th sense, the "third eye of intuition" by utilizing at least two breathing techniques that slow thought process, and help establish and maintain the objective observer for the EMDR protocol; 3) learn two creative visualizations that decrease changes of client flooding - learn to install positive resources through color and senses, as well as creating the safe place utilizing bilateral self-stimulation; 4) learn how to diagnose emotional issues through the "Anatomy of Energy" by recognizing 7 energy centers in the body and corresponding physical dysfunctions; and 5) learn how to transform resistant energy through the sensory pathways and eidetic imagery exercises.
Keywords: Energy Safe Place Third Eye
Accuracy Verified: Yes
21. Yoder, P. (2002, June). Using energy psychology techniques with EMDR. Presentation at the annual meeting of the EMDR International Association, San Diego, CA.
Language: English
Format: Conference
Abstract:
EMDR is a proven tretment for many disorders including emotional distress and trauma. At times, however, the level of distress can be so severe that the use of EMDR can be difficult or impossible to use without flooding the client with overwhelming and debilitating emotions. The incorporation of Energy Psychology techniques into the standard protocol for EMDR can contain and reduce the level of distress to allow for successful treatment with EMDR. This workshop will introduce participants to the basic theory of Energy Psychology and teach several techniques to reduce overwhelming affect and to relax and center the client.
Keywords: Energy Psychology
Accuracy Verified: Yes
22. Kasiviswanathan, T. K. (2002, November-December). Why not EMDR for PTSD?... eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. National Journal of Homoeopathy, 4(6), 359-361.
Language: English
Format: Journal
Abstract:
People with PTSD frequently feel as if the trauma is happening again. This is technically called "Intrusive re-experiencing. The person may have intrusive pictures in his/her head about the trauma, have recurrent nightmares or may even experience hallucinations about the trauma. Intrusive symptoms sometimes cause people to lose touch with the "here and now" or the present moment and react in ways that they did when the trauma originally occurred. Earlier the psychotherapists often downplayed this aspect until after the return of the Vietnam War veterans with severe PTSD. While with counseling and rational minds these patients might very well understand that this trauma was not of their making, yet their lives would continue to be disrupted by anger, shame and fear with recurring nightmares. Special techniques such as flooding and systematic desensitization, devised to diminish the emotional charge of traumatic memories ironically and unfortunately involved reliving those memories again and again."
Keywords: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder PTSD
Accuracy Verified: Yes