EMDR FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH

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Ricky Greenwald’s
Advanced 3 DAY EMDR training:
EMDR FOR CHILDREN
AND YOUTH

This hands-on clinical skills training will focus on, Day 1: explaining to clients how trauma/loss relates to their presenting problems; a comprehensive/systematic model of trauma-informed treatment for a variety of presenting problems; and practice applying this trauma-informed treatment model to problem-solving with participants’ ongoing cases. Day 2: technical modifications of standard EMDR components; protocol adaptations by age group (toddler, young child, older child, teenager); related family therapy interventions; developing/enhancing secure attachment status; target selection strategies; and integration of EMDR into a comprehensive treatment approach. Day 3: motivational, treatment planning, and self-management interventions for actingout
teens.
Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

  • Develop a systematic and comprehensive trauma-informed treatment for a variety of presenting problems.
  • Explain to clients how trauma/loss relates to presenting issues/symptoms
  • Problem-solve their own (or their supervisees’) challenging cases using the trauma-informed treatment perspective.
  • Implement the practical technical skills needed to adapt EMDR for use with children and adolescents.
  • Adjust the EMDR protocol to accommodate the age of the child.
  • Engage resistant teen clients in treatment.
  • Teach self-management skills.
  • Help clients