Working with Intrusive Memory Experiences (Flashbacks)
across Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the Phased Recovery Model
* (Fri- Sat) - 8/9th March 24 (Sold out)
* (2 day - Fri- Sat) - March 25 (date coming soon) £140 - 12 CPD hours (9:00 - 16:00)
* (1 day - Sat) - 12th Oct 24 - £90 - 7 CPD hours (9:00 - 16:30)
This module focuses on how to further support trauma recovery when trauma survivors of Single or Multiple trauma are ready for Trauma Processing of Intrusive Memory Experiences. This programme helps you to develop additional techniques and strategies essential to healing traumatic life situations presented by many clients. This is based on Phase 2 of Herman’s model, where safety and internal resources are in place so that work on the actual trauma can be done by using Systemic , Experiential, Embodied approaches. This is a stage where we support safe re-integration of traumatic experiences.
This course will briefly revisit Stage 1 to reemphasize the importance of establishing safety and stability by creating a secure therapeutic environment and using sensory processing, grounding techniques, and more to manage PTSD & CPTSD symptoms. Understanding trauma and intrusive memories involves explaining how trauma affects the brain differently and using visual aids for better engagement. Resource building includes teaching self-regulation techniques such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation, along with co-regulation interventions. We will introduce methods of externalizing intrusive memories, starting with positive memories and connecting physical sensations to emotional responses. Processing these memories also involves working with implicit memories using embodied and sensorimotor techniques to avoid re-traumatisation. Finally, planning for future steps includes systemic interventions such as discussing referrals to community resources, creating a plan to gradually reduce therapy sessions, and reconnecting with other professionals and significant others as clients gain confidence in managing their symptoms.
Trauma is a “stuck” process in the body and we utilise embodied, experiential and systemic techniques to resolve blocks so that traumatic memory can be integrated into our normal memory system. We use indirect imaginal exposure processing which avoids re-triggering clients (e.g. narrative is the one of the main triggers) so that they are more likely to stay within the therapeutic window of tolerance (Briere and Scott, 2006).
We are always keeping in mind the fact that CPD workshops are an extended part of our participants’ support system. All of our workshops incorporate a self-care dimension and, it is also worth saying that, all of our workshops are experiential. This means that our participants learn through reflecting on the experiences they get from doing different exercises.
This course will briefly revisit Stage 1 to reemphasize the importance of establishing safety and stability by creating a secure therapeutic environment and using sensory processing, grounding techniques, and more to manage PTSD & CPTSD symptoms. Understanding trauma and intrusive memories involves explaining how trauma affects the brain differently and using visual aids for better engagement. Resource building includes teaching self-regulation techniques such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation, along with co-regulation interventions. We will introduce methods of externalizing intrusive memories, starting with positive memories and connecting physical sensations to emotional responses. Processing these memories also involves working with implicit memories using embodied and sensorimotor techniques to avoid re-traumatisation. Finally, planning for future steps includes systemic interventions such as discussing referrals to community resources, creating a plan to gradually reduce therapy sessions, and reconnecting with other professionals and significant others as clients gain confidence in managing their symptoms.
Trauma is a “stuck” process in the body and we utilise embodied, experiential and systemic techniques to resolve blocks so that traumatic memory can be integrated into our normal memory system. We use indirect imaginal exposure processing which avoids re-triggering clients (e.g. narrative is the one of the main triggers) so that they are more likely to stay within the therapeutic window of tolerance (Briere and Scott, 2006).
We are always keeping in mind the fact that CPD workshops are an extended part of our participants’ support system. All of our workshops incorporate a self-care dimension and, it is also worth saying that, all of our workshops are experiential. This means that our participants learn through reflecting on the experiences they get from doing different exercises.
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