Recent advances in neuroscience have increased our knowledge of how and why people change. This seminar synthesizes neuroscience, evidence-based treatment, psychotherapy research, and attachment theory into a hybrid therapeutic model. This model helps identify which elements of psychotherapeutic schools are effective and which may be counter-therapeutic. Brain-based therapy envisions the therapeutic process as brain changing as necessary to change mood and behavior. The model proposes moving beyond the theoretical school paradigm. This training will examine the use of integrated approach to enhance outcome with people who have been traumatized. The role that brain function plays in mood, memory and behavior will be identified. Special attention will be given to addressing the neuro-dynamics of PTSD and the crucial role of memory. Using a synthesized model of neuroscience, attachment theory and evidence-based treatment, you will learn how to more effectively treat clients with PTSD. In this training you will develop a new way of looking at the therapeutic process enabling you to move beyond the traditional theoretical school approach.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain how the memory systems can be dysregulate
- Describe the variations of response to trauma
- Explain the common factors to evidence-based practices for PTSD