Description:
In this workshop Ad de Jongh and Suzy Matthijssen explain how one can use special EMDR techniques which can be applied to treat patients with a variety of mental health conditions, including Complex PTSD. They will show how to deal with the ingrained avoidance patterns of patients who are too afraid and avoidant to get started with trauma-focused therapy. By means of extensive - and step-by-step - demonstrations they will illustrate the application of these EMDR 2.0-techniques - as well as various titration techniques to help patients to continue processing - both for its use in face-to-face therapy, and online EMDR therapy. Of all the techniques used within EMDR therapy, the Flashforward technique may not only be the most powerful, but its effectiveness is also strongly scientifically substantiated. In this workshop you will learn how to use the Flashforward technique in combination with the Mental Video Check, another technique, which is used as an indispensable part in the treatment of anxiety disorders with EMDR therapy. You will also learn how to use the Flashforward technique in patients who are inclined to dissociate, for example those with complex PTSD or a borderline personality disorder.
This is an intermediate program for all mental health professionals.
Learning Objectives:
Describe possible advantages of using the flashforward technique and the mental video check.
Describe how the flashforward technique can used in case there is dissociation preventing access to traumatic memories.
Describe the indication areas for which the “EMDR bomb” and “Flash 1.0” can be used.
Describe possible advantages of using the “EMDR bomb” and “Flash 1.0”.identify several titration techniques to keep processing memories.
Describe how the “EMDR bomb” and “Flash 1.0” can be used in individuals suffering from Complex PTSD both face to face and remotely.
Describe the indication areas for which the flashforward technique and the mental video check can be used.
Describe how the flashforward technique can used via online therapy.
About the Presenter:
Ad de Jongh, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist and professor of Anxiety and Behavior Disorders at the University of Amsterdam. He is also an honorary professor in psychology at the School of Health Sciences of Salford University in Manchester, at the Institute of Health and Society of the University of Worcester, and at the School of Psychology of Queen’s University in Belfast. He was involved in establishing the Psychotrauma Expertise Center (PSYTREC), where he is the head of research department. He is an expert in the treatment of anxiety disorders and involved in research on the efficacy of evidence-based treatments for a wide variety of patient groups, including traumatized children, people with intellectual disabilities and other complex psychiatric conditions such as psychosis. He published more than 400 scientific articles, book chapters and books on his areas of expertise. is an approved trainer for the EMDR Europe association and member of the Council of Scholars; the Future of EMDR project.
Suzy Matthijssen, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist-psychotherapist, senior researcher, CBT and EMDR supervisor, psychotraumatherapist NtVP, NRGD registered pro justice reporter and a lecturer at university and post-doctorate psychology specialization programs. The focus of the research she conducts is on the optimization of trauma treatments. She is the director of the Altrecht Academic Anxiety Centre where she is also head of an intensive trauma treatment program and she is expert leader on PTSD. She is connected to Utrecht University. She is involved in research on the enhancement of trauma therapy, intensive trauma treatments and working mechanisms of trauma therapy. She is the vice president of the Dutch EMDR association, is in the scientific committee of EMDR Europe and is the co-chair of the Council of Scholars; the Future of EMDR project.
Location:
Live Seminar (In-person and online)
New Orleans, LA
October 20, 2023 @ 9:00am to 5:00pm
Credits:
6 CE credits
Cancellation Policy:
In the event you cannot attend, it is important for you to provide notification (before the program begins) by email at cmiles@tulane.edu. Cancellations less than 60 days prior to the event are subject to an administrative fee of $100. All cancellations 15 days or less are non-refundable.
Grievances Policy:
The Three Rivers Training Center is committed to providing high quality educational programs to mental health professionals. Participant satisfaction is important to us. Feedback, questions, and concerns can be addressed to Carol Miles at cmiles@tulane.edu or by mail to: Three Rivers Training Center, 110 East 7th Avenue, Covington, LA 70433.
ADA Assistance:
Requests for accommodations for in-person or virtual training can be directed to cmiles@tulane.edu. Please submit requests a minimum of 10 working days in advance.
Conflict of Interest:
There is no known commercial interest or conflict of interest for this program.
The CE Company is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The CE Company maintains responsibility for this program and its content
