Title of Event: The Neurobiology of EMDR Therapy

Facilitator Derek Farrell

Date: Saturday 12^th 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