CDP Presents- EMDR Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction
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- Faculty:
- Kaitlyn Stafford, Ph.D., LCSW
- Course Levels:
- Introductory
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 30 Minutes
- Media Type:
- Webinar
- License:
- Access for event date only.
Description
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a leading, evidence-based treatment for trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), endorsed by esteemed organizations such as the World Health Organization and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Since its development in the 1980s by Dr. Francine Shapiro, EMDR has been extensively researched and recognized for its effectiveness. This modality follows an eight-phase treatment framework, guiding clients to reprocess distressing or traumatic memories, address present-day triggers, and build resilience for future situations that may evoke traumatic symptoms. In this webinar, participants will gain a foundational understanding of the EMDR therapy framework and explore its practical applications, with a special focus on military and veteran case scenarios. This training is designed to equip clinicians with insights and tools for incorporating EMDR into their trauma-informed practice.
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Kaitlyn Stafford, Ph.D., LCSW Related Seminars and Products
Dr. Kaitlyn Callais Stafford is an Associate Professor and is the Assistant Director of the Master of Arts Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision Programs at the Townsend Institute at Concordia University Irvine. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR certified therapist, and an EMDRIA Approved EMDR Consultant. Dr. Stafford serves as a faculty member, supervisor, and consultant for the International Institute of Postgraduate Education in Ukraine, as chair of the Ukraine Aid Coordination Team and as fundraising coordinator and expert advising board member for the Ukraine Institute of Traumatherapy. Dr. Stafford owns and operates a private practice and specializes in working with military service members, veterans and adults with complex trauma histories.