Combining current trauma research, experiential exercises, skills practice & using a somatic approach, it will explore some of trauma’s neurophysiological aspects, develop familiarity with interventions that address these aspects & aid the practitioner in developing a trauma toolkit.

IACP CPD-Approved Hours: 12

Course Content: The two days will incorporate two trauma models to explore:

• Key components, sources & symptoms of psychological trauma;
• The three stage approach to working with trauma and the therapist’s role in each;
• The importance of regulation and how to use it in therapy;
• Fight/Flight/Freeze/Collapse responses;
• Some dynamics of attachment/developmental trauma;
• Trauma’s brain-body link & relevance of using the body in working with it;
• The importance of the therapeutic relationship using a polyvagal lens

Some stage-specific practical skills and interventions to:

• Help clients learn to regulate
• Bring a client back from a hypo/hyperaroused state using trauma-safe adjustments
• Start to process traumatic memories using the body
• Help clients develop resources, re-orientate to & appreciate their strengths;
• Begin to integrate their experiences and make meaning of their trauma.

Dates & Time: Sat 13th and Sun 14th May 9.30am – 4.30pm

Venue: Online via Zoom™ (places are limited)

Delivery: A mix of presentation, facilitator-led fishbowls and experiential exercises. Breakout rooms will be used for skills practice. Full handouts will be provided

Cost & Booking: €240

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Facilitator: Patricia Allen-Garrett, BSc (Hons) Psychology, M.Sc. Counselling & Psychotherapy

More Information:   
Contact: insight@patriciaallengarrett.ie

www.patriciaallengarrett.ie