Course

Integrating Brain Fitness into Mental Health Treatment with EMDR Therapy

Format

Online Course

Duration

1.5 hours

Presenters

Jamie Zabukovec, Psy.D.
Robbie Adler-Tapia, Ph.D.

Prices

$65

General Price

$32.50

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About

Course Description

According to Perelman School of Medicine’s Center for Brain Injury and Repair (2024), about 2 million Americans suffer some form of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) each year. The prevalence of TBI in the military patient population with PTSD is higher, approximately 20% in service members since 9/11/01; with Lew etal (2009) reporting an even higher incidence in a sample of OEF/OIF Veterans. Many therapists mistakenly presume TBI only applies to patients with major head trauma, when one needs to consider other types and levels of insults to the brain when providing mental health treatment. EMDR can be used to improve quality of life by addressing traumatic memories related to the injury; psychological responses to life and role changes; and/or symptoms such as tinnitus, sleep problems, or chronic pain. This presentation will explore strategies for case conceptualization and treatment planning, along with ways to adapt the standard protocol to better fit the needs of this client population. This training is aimed at helping EMDR clinicians gain confidence in the use of EMDR with patients with TBI.

Intended Audience

Clinicians (psychologists, counselors, social workers, etc.). This course is designed for and accredited for mental health clinicians who have completed an EMDRIA approved EMDR Basic Training.

Skill Level of Audience

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

EMDRIA credits

1.5 EMDRIA Credits (Included in course price). CE credits have been applied for but are not available yet. Please click here to see the information and instructions on how to obtain your credits/certificates of attendance.

Course Outline & Objectives

Minutes 0 - 36:05.27
Minutes 36:05.27 – 47:57.20
Minutes 60:47:57.20 - 1:28:03.10
Explain the importance of incorporating accommodations to EMDR psychotherapy for clients with TBI and PTSD.

Explain how to conceptualize EMDR treatment for the cases of clients with co-morbid PTSD and TBI, including how to identify potential targets for treatment.

Identify 3 considerations and adaptations to standard EMDR psychotherapy to accommodate the needs of their clients with TBI.  
Meet the Instructor

Jamie Zabukovec, Psy.D.

JAMIE ZABUKOVEC, PSY.D., worked in VA prime/ambulatory care and medical specialty clinics (chronic pain clinic), mental health and PTSD units. An EMDR Institute facilitator since 1991, Jamie provided EMDR Basic training to the VA, Vet Center, and Department of Defense. She was an invited panel member for the 2023 EMDRIA Virtual Summit and was featured on EMDRIA’s podcast, Let’s Talk EMDR. Her writings include “EMDR Therapy for Somatic Disorders and Medical Issues” and “Self-Healing Aspects of EMDR: The Therapeutic Change Process and Perspective of Integrated Psychotherapies. "She authored “A Range of Service Trauma: Considering More than Combat” for EMDRIA’s Go with That magazine. She has presented at the international, national, regional, state and local levels on EMDR for chronic pain, PTSD and medical issues.
Meet the Co-Presenter

Robbie Adler-Tapia, Ph.D.

Dr. Adler-Tapia is a licensed psychologist who was previously a firefighter and emergency medical technician (EMT). She is the founder of a non-profit FiRSST (First Responders' Specialty Services and Training, INC). She is the author of “One Badge-One Brain One Life: Preventative Maintenance and Brain Health Training for Emergency Responders” and has multiple chapters and articles on working with Emergency Responders. Her workshop “Haunted” teaches therapists to work with Emergency Responders using EMDR therapy.
Dr. Robbie provides psychological services for law enforcement, firefighters, and Emergency Responders, including 118 post-shooting debriefings. She has sat on multiple local and state committees focused on improving services to this population.

Frequently asked questions

Cancelations

There are no cancelations/refunds for any distance learning courses.

Grievances

All grievances must be in writing to associate@emdrhap.org and will be replied to within 5 - 10 business days.

Trademark Restrictions Purchasing / Showing content to others

** Please note** this distance learning course was given ownership from the presenter, Jamie Zabukovec, Psy.D., and Robbie Adler-Tapia, Ph.D. 

** HIPAA Regulations: Please note that this course may contain protected health information (PHI). Any unauthorized use or disclosure of this PHI is strictly prohibited; this includes recording and/or reproducing any part of this training video. This video presentation contains videos of clients and case discussions. The presenter has received permission to use the videos to assist in the education and training of clinical professionals who must comply with confidentiality standards.  

ADA assistance

Facilities used by Trauma Recovery/HAP for in-person training events are ADA compliant. Should you need any special accommodations (ADA) for an in-person training event, please contact Trauma Recovery/HAP staff at info@emdrhap.org at least 10 business days prior to the start of the training event. On-demand courses with videos offer closed captioning. If you encounter any inaccuracies or synchronization issues with the closed captioning, please contact associate@emdrhap.org.

How to obtain your credits/certificates

Certificates are awarded online after completion of the workshop. To receive your EMDRIA credits complete the entire course and complete the post-test, then print your certificate. 

CE Credits are not available for this course. 
• There is no known commercial support or conflicts of interest for this workshop.