This experiential workshop offers EMDR therapists practical somatic tools to enhance trauma treatment across all eight phases of EMDR therapy. Drawing from body-based practices and movement awareness, you'll discover how to integrate embodied approaches to deepen each phase of clinical work.

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Through guided experiential learning, you'll explore how somatic awareness enhances both "top-down" and "bottom-up" approaches to EMDR trauma work. You'll learn practical interventions for each treatment phase:

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• History-taking and preparation: Somatic techniques for trauma assessment, grounding, and resource development

• Assessment and desensitization: Body-based approaches for processing and regulation

• Installation and body scan: Movement-based techniques for deepening EMDR integration

• Closure and reevaluation: Practical approaches for stabilization and progress

 

Special attention will be given to developing your own embodied awareness as a clinician. Drawing from polyvagal-informed perspectives, you'll explore how to maintain effective regulation while working with clients.