EMDRIA recently updated the clinical definition of EMDR. The definition that EMDR therapists use with clients, however, has not significantly changed. Here are three examples of the new changes for EMDR clinicians: Life-disturbing Experiences — The DSM-IV limits the definition of PTSD to only include major traumatic incidents. EMDRIA’s new definition…
During the first few minutes into the documentary, “Buck“, horse whisperer, Buck Brannaman, emphasizes the importance of preparing a colt for riding. To paraphrase, to a young colt, the idea of a having a human being putting a saddle on its back, and then allowing that same human to ride…
We are proud to announce that Cornerstone Counseling Center of Chicago will be sponsoring the Maiberger Institute EMDR Basic Training in Chicago. This will be the first time the Maiberger Institute will be brining EMDR Basic Training to Chicago. We hope to see you there! EMDR Basic Training (Chicago,…
Date and Time: July 18 , 2011 – Monday 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Location: Spice of Life Event Center Flatirons Golf Course 5706 Arapahoe Rd. Boulder, CO [map] Agenda: 11:45-Noon Sign-in and networking Noon-12:15 Welcome, announcements, discussion 12:15-1:45 Presentation: “Working with Sex Addiction and Co-Sex Addiction Using EMDR and Brainspotting.” RSVP: …
Registration Now Open for “Somatic Interventions & EMDR” October 22 – 23, 2011 Location: Hope House Ministries Counseling Center* Port Jefferson, NY Map and Directions Instructors: Arielle Schwartz, PhD, LPC Barb Maiberger, MA, LPC Workshop Overview This two-day workshop will introduce Somatic Interventions that can be applied to the…
As many of you know from working with me, I have a background in somatic psychology. As a body-centered EMDR therapist, I believe that when working with someone in trauma, the client must be able to feel a feeling, feel the sensations, and stay present in the body to heal…
EMDR is already being used for the treatment of PTSD in the United States. A recent article in the BBC announced that the British Ministry of Defence has now approved the use of EMDR for their veterans suffering from PTSD, based on the recommendation of the National Institute for Health…
A recent article in the Salisbury Post shed light on the epidemic of bullying, and also the traumatic effect bullying can have on a child. If a victim of bullying feels isolated, or has no method to reach out for support, or has no way to defend themselves – whether…
The application and license renewal deadline for LPCs is just around the corner for those in Colorado (August 31, 2011). As many of you know, DORA has implemented some changes in the requirements for the renewal process. Below, I have outlined some ways for LPCs to incorporate programs offered by…
The next meeting of the Northern, CO EMDR Network will be on July 15th, from 11:30 am to 2 pm. Our speaker will be Barbara Wetzel will be discussing “EMDR for Couples with Theoretical Frameworks: An Applied Approach.” Barbara is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an Approved Supervisor in the…
