Integrating Yoga Therapy Techniques in EMDR: Meditation

Instructors: Christine Saari, MA, C-IAYT and Rachel Dash-Dougherty, LCSW

Approved for 3.0 Hours of CE Credit

Fulfills License Requirements

Program Description:

The course "Integrating Yoga Therapy Techniques in EMDR: Meditation" introduces a pioneering approach to safely and effectively incorporate meditation into phases 3, 5, and 7 of the EMDR process. It addresses a common challenge experienced by therapists and clients: discomfort during or after EMDR sessions, typically arising when disturbing material emerges in Phase 4. Therapists will learn to effectively address such challenges intrinsic to the EMDR process by strategically integrating specific meditation techniques. Selected techniques are aimed at fostering cognitive defusion (the ability to witness thoughts with perspective) and enhancing neuroplasticity. Drawing on the neuroscience of meditation, the course provides a rationale for prescribing home meditation for use at home by beginners, especially for highly sensitive trauma clients who may struggle with interoception. By the end, participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of when, how, and when not to prescribe meditation within the EMDR process through a blend of theory, experiential learning, and practical application.

This course is part of a series on Yoga Therapy Techniques in EMDR.

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Goals & Objectives:

At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the underlying principles, approaches, and types of techniques used by yoga therapists when working with trauma clients.
2. Practice selected meditation techniques first-hand.
3. Identify integration methods of yoga therapy within the EMDR process, recognizing how yoga therapy interventions support safety, cognitive defusion, and neuroplasticity.
4. Determine clients for suitability and prescribe tailored meditation techniques for home use by the client to address trauma-related symptoms safely and effectively.

Registration Information     $99.00

CE Approval Information EMDRIA Approval #15002-DL95 The Steve Frankel Group, LLC is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for Psychologists. This course is also approved by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) for its licentiates' CE license renewal requirements. The Steve Frankel Group, LLC maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This course meets the qualifications for 3.0 hours of CE credit for Psychologists, MFTs, LCSWs, and LPCCs. SFG is an approved EMDRIA International CE Credit Provider, #15002 and maintains responsibility for its EMDR courses’ programs and contents in accordance with EMDRIA Standards.