Psychological Disorders, Clinical Psychology

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing: Basic Principles, Protocols and Procedures

Name: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing: Basic Principles, Protocols and Procedures
Author: Francine Shapiro
ISBN: 9780898629606

by Francine Shapiro

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Overview

EMDR is a time-efficient, comprehensive methodologybacked by positive controlled research - for the treatment of the disturbing experiences that underlie many pathologies. An eight-phase treatment approach that includes using eye movements or other left-right stimulation, EMDR helps victims of trauma reprocess disturbing thoughts and memories. Although current knowledge of neurobiology does not provide a definitive explanation, Dr. Francine Shapiro, the originator of EMDR, theorizes that its effects are connected to the same processes that occur in REM sleep. The eye movements seem to stimulate the client's innate information-processing system to transform dysfunctional, self-denigrating thoughts into less threatening, more palatable information. This authoritative volume reviews research and development; discusses theoretical constructs and possible underlying mechanisms; and presents protocols and procedures for treatment of adults and children with a range of complaints. Among the many clinical populations for whom the material in this volume is applicable are victims of sexual abuse, violence, combat, grief, and phobias. To assist the learning process, detailed descriptions and transcripts guide the clinician through every stage of therapeutic treatment, ranging from the safety issues necessary for appropriate client selection through the administration of EMDR and its integration within a comprehensive treatment plan. Introducing a new methodology that is having a significant impact on the field, this volume is necessary reading for all clinicians and researchers interested in work with trauma victims. The extensive and detailed exposition of each phase of treatment and myriad applications make it an invaluable handbook for experienced EMDR clinicians as well as those new to the approach.

The book contains black-and-white illustrations.

About the Author, Francine Shapiro

Francine Shapiro, PhD, the originator and developer of EMDR, is a senior research fellow at the Mental Research Institute in Palo Alto, California; Executive Director of the EMDR Institute in Watsonville, California; and founder and President Emeritus of the EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs, a nonprofit organization that coordinates disaster response and pro bono trainings worldwide. She is a recipient of the International Sigmund Freud Award for distinguished contribution to psychotherapy, from the City of Vienna; the American Psychological Association Division 56 Award for Outstanding Contributions to Practice in Trauma Psychology; and the Distinguished Scientific Achievement in Psychology Award, from the California Psychological Association. Dr. Shapiro was designated as one of the "Cadre of Experts" of the American and Canadian Psychological Associations' Joint Initiative on Ethnopolitical Warfare. She has written and coauthored more than 60 articles, chapters, and books about EMDR.

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Shapiro, the originator of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, explains the principles and uses of the method for treating trauma victims. She reviews research and development in EMDR, discusses theoretical constructs and possible underlying mechanisms for its success, and offers protocols for treating adults and children, with transcripts illustrating the eight-phase treatment approach. Includes recommendations on safety and training. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR booknews.com