Knowing your client’s history - how the “past is present” - is the bedrock for successful outcomes in EMDR processing, because it allows you to draw up the best possible formulation and treatment plan from the get-go.
Although gathering as much information as possible in Phases 1 and 2 is always the first step in successful and timely treatment in EMDR, some therapists simply lack the resources to lay the solid foundations needed for effective processing.
As a supervisor, and with nearly two decades’ experience in the practice, I understand the challenges for EMDR therapists who are honing their craft.
Even with support from a supervisor who can offer guidance and advice, having the right information at your fingertips is invaluable.
Which is why I’ve pulled together a definitive resource for Phase 1 History Taking that fills in the blanks for you, and sets you up to succeed as an EMDR therapist.
INTRODUCING
The Phase 1 History Taking Breakdown
A resource that allows you to uncover details about your clients’ histories that prepares the way for successful processing in stages 4-7 of EMDR.
This breakdown will help you to:
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Complete your history taking as per your core professional training
My resource provides a simple-to-follow reference guide and insights on what questions to ask during Phase 1, so you are fully prepared during later stages of therapy.
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Get a better understanding of your client’s past, present and future
Use the questions from my resource to explore your client’s present symptoms for a clearer picture of how the “past is present”.
Then use the follow-up questions to help your client set meaningful and achievable goals for the future.
Finally, my guide contains questions for a deeper exploration of your client’s past in preparation for phases 4-7.
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Gain added confidence in your ability to help clients with more complex trauma
Benefit from my accumulated experience of how to uncover pertinent information about your client’s background during Phase 1.
This translates as smoother processing for your clients, and more experience of successfully treating a range of clients - leading to greater confidence using EMDR.
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Hi, I'm Alex
I've been a qualified clinical psychologist since 2006 and an EMDR therapist since 2008. I have been supporting EMDR therapists in the NHS and private practice since 2014 when I became an Accredited Consultant.
EMDR achieves incredible results - time and again I’ve seen how it transforms the lives of people who are really struggling with trauma.
But as a therapist, there’s a lot of information to take on board, and as you learn more about the practice, there are times when you realise you need a little extra support and guidance.
And unfortunately I’ve seen many practitioners get overwhelmed and lose confidence in the process - simply because they were unable to get the help they needed, when they needed it.
My Phase 1 History Taking Breakdown is a straightforward solution for those therapists who want to boost their understanding of the foundations of successful EMDR practice.
My guide is a breakdown of questions to ask during Phase 1 to reveal more of the important details of an individual’s history, so that you can develop a treatment plan that matches your clients’ needs.
And because everything is clearly listed in one place, you can access the information you need quickly and easily.
A comprehensive history taking stage is the best way to ensure that everything that follows in your EMDR practice is safe and effective, for each and every time you work with a client.
Is There a Money-Back Guarantee?
Purchases of The History Taking Breakdown are non-refundable.
However, if you decide to purchase the full Head Start to UK EMDR course, we will credit the cost of this tool towards the course fee.
Please watch the below video before committing to purchase the course.
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