Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing

Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to include Mindfulness, Group Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Participating in this extensive lists of treatment has been extremely beneficial not only in learning about myself but I have also been exposed to techniques that has allowed me to gain a great understanding…

practicing evidence-based therapy in conjunction with the 12-step approach. Therapies are designed for each individual according to their needs. Programs options may include hypnotherapy, motivational interviewing techniques, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. Dual diagnosis treatment is provided on an as-needed basis for those experiencing one or more co-occurring mental disorders such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive behaviors. In addition to…

Anxiety disorders are one of the most prevalent mental health problems in the UK, with 4.7% of the population experiencing these issues, yet this disorder is still under treated and under diagnosed (Mental Health Statistics: Anxiety, 2014). A household survey of adults in the UK estimated prevalence rates of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) being 2.6% in men and 3.3% of women (McManus et al., 2007). It has also been found that first responders such as police and ambulance personal are more…

One ethical dilemma did arise and it was handled through supervision. Linda and I share something in common which is a huge part of who we are. We are both Moms to eleven year old twins. I have experienced counter transference during our time together and at times difficulty understanding her decisions revolving around her children. Through supervision, I was able to identify my feelings and also see Linda in a different light. I recognize how difficult of a decision it was for Linda to give…

Dexter Morgan is a 35-year-old white male who has been imprisoned for the murder of 125 individuals. He was recently employed by Miami metro police department as a blood splatter analyst. Mr. Morgan has very few friends, married to Rita Harrison, who has two younger children, and an adoptive sister, Deborah. The correctional institute recommended Mr. Morgan to see a mental health professional. Mr. Morgan is of medium height and weight, and well-groomed, and presented with a flat affect. Mr.…

Each of the books I read, From Trauma to Healing and From Crisis to Recovery were helpful to me in different ways. Ann Goelitz, provided an easy to read book that better prepared me for working with trauma survivors and opened my eyes to how I respond with trauma victims and how I can improve. George Doherty’s book went hand in hand with the trainings we completed in class to learn how to respond in a disaster situation. I also liked how this book discussed resilience in a deeper and more…

opinion, is the most effective form of therapy. I call it, “Learning how to cope.” It’s not only effective for PTSD matters but it helps in other avenues of life as well. More forms of treatment include Prolonged Exposure (PE), Eye Movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), group therapy and medication. All of these forms of treatment are effective in one way or another but the therapist can and will detect which form of treatment works best for each individual. What may work on one, may…

the trauma that was suffered during childhood. “PE and EMDR-- both evidence-based trauma-focused treatments--are effective in reducing PTSD symptoms in patients with a psychotic disorder” (Bont, 2013, 724). Prolonged exposure and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing were both show to extremely effective. Both treatments reduced the symptoms of 87.5% of the remaining patients to the point where they no longer met the criteria for PTSD. One of these treatments should definitely be…

Both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and sexual minorities (alt. LGBT) are important issues to consider in light of modern social development and psychological consideration. With 3.6% of Americans openly identify as LGBT, some cities having up to as high as 6.2% and American youth projected to identify with LGBT or sexual minority labels more than prior generations (Alessi, Meyer, & Martin, 2013). In the light of recent international conflicts, increased attention has been payed to PTSD…

Domestic violence is a violent or aggressive behavior within a household; it typically involves the violent abuse of a spouse or partner. It is also known by names of battering, domestic abuse, family violence, and wife beating. However, women are more prone to be victims of domestic violence. At the beginning of a relationship, it can be difficult to detect if a relationship will become abusive. In many cases the abuser appears to be ideal during the early stages of the relationship, as the…