Title
of Event: The Neurobiology of EMDR Therapy
Facilitator
Derek Farrell
Date:
Saturday 12th September 2015
Location: Buckfast
Abbey Conference Centre
Duration
of Event: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Aims: EMDR
Therapy is an empirically supported psychological treatment intervention
for PTSD (WHO, 2013). Its theoretical framework is an Adaptive Information
Processing Model which acknowledges the brains natural information processing
systems and the impact that trauma has in creating dysfunctional memory
networks. It are these dysfunctional memories that are the primary focus of EMDR
Therapy. Increasing evidence supports the effectiveness of EMDR Therapy with a
range of mental health and psychological conditions. But what is the
neurobiological basis for EMDR Therapy and its apparent effectiveness. This
workshop will explore some of the key aspects involved highlight why EMDR
Therapy is structured in the way it is, why dysfunctional memories are
dysfunctional, and why they are adaptable to change.
Learning Outcomes: 1. Develop an
understanding of the neurobiology of Trauma and EMDR
Therapy
2.
To consider the application of the AIP framework with other clinical populations
other than PTSD
3.
To explore the global burden of psychological trauma and the future development
of EMDR Therapy
Teaching Methodology / Format: Mixed didactic
and skills development
Target
Audience: EMDR practitioners and those in training in the NHS, private and
military settings.
6 CPD points awarded
