Course

EMDR STRESS REDUCTION PROTOCOLS

Format

Online Course

Duration

1

Presenter

Amy E. Kahn, Psy.D.

Prices

$65

General Price

$32.50

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About

Course Description

This 60 minute online video presentation is a detailed review of EMDR Stress Reduction Protocols, with both a theory and practice focus. Amy E. Kahn is an Approved Consultant and Facilitator with Trauma Recovery/EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs, and presents the lecture in this video. In this training video, Reggie Harris, Approved Consultant and Facilitator, joins her and they do a live demonstration of the 4 Elements Protocol and the Light Stream Technique. The live demonstration is done using two screens; this shows that these protocols can be done using a tele-health online platform.

Dr. Kahn presents the purpose of Stress Reduction Protocols, with an emphasis on developing and strengthening qualities that the client needs to reduce stress and achieve emotional stabilization during a prolonged crisis or post crisis. In addition, she describes and demonstrates 3 specific protocols and 2 methods of bi-lateral stimulation (BLS) that are effective using tele-health online platforms.

The following 3 specific protocols and 2 methods of bi-lateral stimulation (BLS) are presented:

  • The 4 Elements Stress Reduction Protocol• The Light Stream Technique
  • Diaphragmatic Breathing
  • And the Bi-lateral stimulation (BLS) methods
  • The Butterfly Hug
  • Tapping

Intended Audience

Psychologists, Counselors, Mental Health Clinicians, etc.
This course is designed for licensed mental health clinicians who have completed an approved EMDR Basic Training.

Skill Level of Audience

Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Only EMDR trained clinicians can obtain EMDRIA Credits. 

EMDRIA credits

1 EMDRIA Credits (Included in course price). CE credits are not offered for this course at this time. Please click here to see the information and instructions on how to obtain your credits/certificates of attendance.

Course Outline

Minutes 0-30
Minutes 30-60
What are 2 EMDR Stress Reduction Protocols?
Participants will be able to explain how stress reduction protocols enable clients to develop and strengthen adaptive memory networks. They will be able to state two advantages of using them with a client.
Use of the 4 Elements Protocol online
Participants will be able to describe and use the 4 Elements Protocols. They will be able to describe why each component of the Protocol is important, Earth for grounding, Air for diaphragmatic breathing, Water for activating the Parasympathetic Nervous System and Fire, for activating imagery of a calm/safe place.

Learning Objectives

Participants will review a brief overview of the challenges facing first responders to include changes in the laws, vulnerability to legal actions, community backlash, suicide, illnesses, PTSD and general family effects.
Participants will discover a variety of topics to assist with developing cultural competence, evaluate personal and professional practices, and build successful relationships with first responders.
Participants will discover the value, impact, and nuances of using EMDR with first responder populations with certain helpful protocols.
Amy E. Kahn, Psy.D.
Meet the instructor

Amy E. Kahn, Psy.D.

Amy E. Kahn, Psy.D, is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Western Massachusetts, USA. Dr. Kahn is a Disaster Mental Health Counselor with the American Red Cross, a clinician on the Western Massachusetts Emergency Medical Services Team, and the Coordinator of the Western Massachusetts EMDR Trauma Recovery Network, all in the USA. Dr. Kahn is an approved consultant in EMDR and an approved consultant in Clinical Hypnosis. She has traveled extensively in Mexico, Central and South America, and has studied Spanish and folk dancing in Oaxaca and Cuernavaca, Mexico…a great balance with trauma treatment.

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, Amy E. Kahn, to Trauma Recovery/HAP and it cannot be used for resale and only should be viewed by the purchaser.

** 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. For CE credits, participants print their own certificate after registering at CE-Classes.com, entering a keycode, and completing an evaluation form. Click here to know more.

Please forward a copy of your confirmation email or receipt to associate@emdrhap.org and you will receive a reply with instructions on how to access the learning assessment and certificate. Please make sure the receipt has the course title on it or write it in the forwarded email.***Please note, due to a high level of requests, it may take 1-5 business days to receive a reply. If you do not receive a reply within the 5 day time period, please call the HAP office***Only one recipient per course purchase will be given CE’s. Multiple CE’s will not be given to groups who purchase one course viewing.

• CE-Classes.com is the provider of CEs.
• Licensed Professionals should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval.
• There is no known commercial support or conflicts of interest for this workshop.