Syllabus for "A General Introduction to EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing"

Lesson 1

Introduction
·      Introduction
·      Disclaimer
·      What you will need…
·      Syllabus for "A General Introduction to EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing"
·      Terms
·      Resources used in this course

Lesson 2

History
·      The discovery of EMDR 
·      Development of EMDR methology

Walking Assignment

Discussion -  An English Literacy student discovered this powerful therapy. Have you had moments of curiosity and awareness of your own mind or body that led you explore "how" or "why"?

Lesson 3

Overview
·      Issues it has been used to treat
·      Questions to ask yourself before you embark on EMDR
·      What “bilateral stimulation” is
·      What happens in a typical session
·      The 8 phases of EMDR

Discussion -  Which bilateral method would you prefer?

IMAGE – The 8 phases of EMDR

VIDEO - "3 things I wish I knew before I did EMDR"
VIDEO - "Eye Movement May Be Able To Heal Our Traumas"
VIDEO – "Prince Harry opens up about his EMDR therapy"

Lesson 4

Science and Research
·      Research supporting EMDR
·      How emotional pain is stored in the brain
·      How EMDR removes painful emotions from memories

IMAGE - Brain scan, before and after – 1
IMAGE - Brain scan, before and after -2
IMAGE - Trauma chart of completely cured

Lesson 5

Phase 1 : History and Treatment Planning
·      Getting Client history

Video Demonstration - Phase 1 : History and Goal

Lesson 6

Phase 2 : Preparation
·      Phase 2 : Preparation
·      Who are suitable clients
·      Emotional regulation practices
·      Coping strategies
·      Window of tolerance
·      Safety plan

PDF – Safety plan booklet

IMAGE – Safety plan sheet

Discussion -  Would planning an emotional “safety net” be hard for you?
Discussion -  What activities help you relax?

PDF – Anxiety coping skills
PDF - Alphabet of coping skills
PDF - Alphabet of Mindfulness

VIDEO - Self care check list

Video Demonstration - Phase 2 : Preparation - Coping Skills
Video Demonstration - Phase 2 : Preparation - Noticing Now
Video Demonstration - Phase 2 : Preparation - Speed Test
Video Demonstration - Phase 2 : Preparation - Stop Test

Lesson 7

Phase 3 : Assessment
·      Phase 3 : Assessment
·      Negative Cognitions
·      Positive Cognitions

Video Demonstration - Phase 3 : Assessment - Image Symbol
Video Demonstration - Phase 3 : Assessment - Negative Cognition
Video Demonstration - Phase 3 : Assessment - Positive Cognition
Video Demonstration - Phase 3 : Assessment - S.U.D.
Video Demonstration - Phase 3 : Assessment - Body Sensation 

Lesson 8

Phase 4 : Desensitization
·      Phase 4 : Desensitization

Discussion -  Would you have difficulty finding a single negative self-belief of yours to focus on removing?

Video Demonstration - Phase 4 : Desensitization - Pairing
Video Demonstration - Phase 4 : Desensitization - Go with that
Video Demonstration - Phase 4 : Desensitization - S.U.D.

Lesson 9

Phase 5 : Instillation
·      Phase 5 : Instillation
·      Validity of Cognitions

Discussion -  Who do you imagine (real or fictional) would you be like if you were able to develop a new positive self-belief that replaced a negative one of yours?

Video Demonstration - Phase 5 : Installation - Validity of Cognition

Video Demonstration - Phase 5 : Installation - Installation

Lesson 10

Phase 6 : Body scan
·      Phase 6 : Body Scan

Discussion -  Can you find connections to your different feelings and where they each show up in your body?

Video Demonstration - Phase 6 : Body Scan - Body Scan

Video Demonstration - Phase 6 : Body Scan - Future

Lesson 11

Phase 7 : Closure

 Video Demonstration - Phase 7 : Closure - Closure

Lesson 12

Phase 8 : Re-evaluation

 Video Demonstration - Phase 8 : Re-evaluation - Re-evaluation