The Course
Ready to dive into the transformative world of trauma therapy? Our specialized training offers mental health professionals the unique opportunity to master the art of blending Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with cutting-edge techniques for parts work and attachment repair. This course is meticulously crafted to expand your toolkit when working with clients suffering from complex PTSD, bridging the gap between classic EMDR protocols and innovative approaches for deep-seated trauma. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of how the IPAR Protocol can be used to address, process, and integrate traumatic memories that contribute to fragmented self-experiences and unstable interpersonal relationships all through an attachment lens.
By engaging with our dynamic and highly practical curriculum, you'll not only boost your confidence in treating complex trauma cases but also significantly enhance your therapeutic impact. Step-by-step with a Therapist Manual, we'll navigate the nuances of identifying and interacting with different parts of the client's protective system while prioritizing the reconstruction and repair of secure attachments in your clients' lives. This interactive learning experience will prepare you to apply these methods directly to your practice, equipping you to facilitate profound healing and post-traumatic growth in those who need it most. Unlock your therapeutic potential, and be ready to witness life-changing breakthroughs with your clients!
What you will learn
As I began crafting this course, I focused on making it accessible for those just starting out, while ensuring it was packed with practical, transformative techniques. You know, starting a journey into treating complex trauma can be daunting, but I've carefully organized this material so that it's easy-to-follow, building your skills step by step. We delve into a variety of hands-on strategies, with clear examples that help you understand the nuances of trauma work. By integrating parts work and attachment theory, the approach you'll learn here isn't just about managing symptoms – it’s about helping individuals rebuild a sense of safety and connection. I'm excited to share these insights with you, and I’m confident that you'll find the content incredibly helpful as you start supporting your clients on their path to healing.
Curriculum
Your instructor
Melanie Mahady brings a wealth of clinical expertise and compassionate teaching to her role as a counselor and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant/EC Provider. With vast experience in guiding individuals through the transformative process of EMDR therapy, Melanie founded Counseling and Brain Wellness Services, sculpting a platform designed to empower other therapists with the profound skills needed to heal Complex PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, and Attachment Trauma. Her dedication to advancing therapy practices is rooted in her deep-seated belief in the ripple effect of healing, not just for individual clients, but within the community of practitioners she mentors.
Her teaching is fueled by a dual commitment: to continue her own lifelong learning and to passionately share this knowledge with others. As someone who has witnessed the powerful changes EMDR can catalyze, Melanie is attuned to the intricacies of the IPAR Protocol and how it can be skillfully integrated into practice. Her insights are informed by years of focused work on the complexities of sexual abuse and trauma, making her an invaluable guide to those embarking on their journey toward mastering EMDR's transformative potential. Melanie's teaching philosophy embodies the sentiment that by empowering fellow therapists with her specialized knowledge, they too can ignite a chain of healing that extends far beyond their own clients.