EMDR is a psychotherapeutic approach that has risen in popularity since
its discovery by
Dr
Francine Shapiro in the 1980s. From the initial
publications in the scientific literature EMDR has been recognised
throughout the world as an effective treatment for Post Traumatic Stress
Disorder. The Northern Ireland DHSS & PS subgroup, CREST, gave it
its backing in 2003, followed by the UK National Institute for Clinical
Excellence (NICE) in 2005. The approach has also found success in
working with different forms of anxiety, panic attacks, and pain.
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As one of the national associations affiliated with EMDR Europe,
EMDR United Kingdom &
Ireland have
adopted a three part training programme for EMDR. (www.emdr-europe.org)
We conform to this requirement to deliver high quality training using a
format that has trained tens of thousands of therapists
worldwide.
Training Schedule |
 | Part 1 is the
basic workshop lasting 2 ½ days. The focus of the training is on learning
the EMDR basic protocol and method for treatment of Type I trauma or other
simple trauma-related conditions It is comprised of lectures, videotaped
examples, demonstrations, and two small group practicums supervised by an
experienced facilitator. |
| Part 2 is an
intermediate training lasting 1 day. Here you will be expected to have
had experience using EMDR with fairly simple cases. There will be the
opportunity to discuss your challenges and receive supervision of your
case material. The latter part of the day is given over to small group
discussion under supervision. |
| Part 3 is the
Basic course lasting 2 ½ days. You will have had more experience using
EMDR since Part 2. In Part 3 you will learn Basic, more active, EMDR
techniques and the application of EMDR for special populations, problems
or psychiatric diagnoses/conditions. Part 3 is comprised of lectures,
videotaped examples, demonstrations, and two more small group practicums
supervised by an experienced facilitator. |
| Our trainings in
EMDR are recognised by EMDR Europe which ensures standards in training
across the member countries. You will be eligible to join EMDR UK and
Ireland, and also to obtain consultation on your practice which can lead to
recognition with EMDR Europe as an
Accredited Practitioner. |
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Eligibility
Mental health professionals (e.g. clinical psychologists,
psychiatrists, CPNs, UKCP accredited psychotherapists, ACC/BAC/BACP/BABCP
accredited counsellors, Full Members of British Association of Clinical Hypnosis). Other clinicians with ongoing experience in the
field of psychotrauma can be considered.
The Trainer
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Dr Michael Paterson
OBE is a clinical psychologist
living in Belfast. He specialises in using EMDR with
emergency services and clients who suffer chronic pain. Dr Paterson is a Trainer with the
EMDR
Institute and has been personally trained to the highest standard by
Dr Shapiro, the founder of EMDR. |
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Dr Paterson with Dr
Shapiro in California (March 2005) at the training for Level 1
trainers |
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The Training Experience
Professionals training in EMDR through the
EMDR Institute gain confidence at Part 1 to commence using the approach
straight away with their clients. They are encouraged to use it
initially with non-complex cases and later acquire the teaching at Part
3 in how to deal with more difficult presentations. |
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We make the training experience pleasurable
through our team of trainers and facilitators, friendly support staff,
the pleasant setting, and excellent catering.
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Professionals who attended our trainings
have said: An interesting and
challenging experience from all perspectives.
The facilitators demonstrated a high
standard of competence in practice of EMDR and delivery of material.
Excellent delivery and a valuable
tool.
Looking forward to Stage 2.
Thank you.
Found it a very stimulating and
helpful few days. Feel now confident to go out and try this form
of therapy within a supervised environment.
Excellent experience!
I felt very comfortable with
the Facilitator in his direction and interruption as required.
Thanks for a really enjoyable and
useful course.
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Training Schedule
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EMDR Training in Ireland 2010
Part 1 (Level 1)
Training (2.5 days)
February 11th to 13th in Belfast
(Thurs eve - Sat)
March
4th to 6th in Dublin
(Thurs eve - Sat)
Part 2 (Intermediate)
Training (1 day)
May 6th in Belfast (Thurs)
June 4th in Dublin (Fri)
Part 3 (Level 2)
Training (2.5 days)
September 9th to 11th in Belfast
(Thurs eve - Sat)
November
4th to 6th in Dublin (Thurs
eve - Sat)
Contacts for trainings:
Ireland
(north and south) - Dr Michael
Paterson 028 9066 1110 (UK), 048 9066 1110 (RoI landline), +44
(0)28 9066 1110 (RoI mobile and international).
email
EMDR Training in Great
Britain 2010
Part 1 (Level 1) Training
(2.5 days)
January
28th - 30th, in Manchester
(Thurs eve - Sat)
May 20th to
22nd in Cambridgeshire
(Thurs eve - Sat)
*
September 23rd - 25th in
London
(Thurs eve - Sat)
*
Trainings with asterix contact
John Spector or phone
020 8343 3665
Email us
Part 2 (Intermediate)
Training (1 day)
January
25th, in London (Mon)
*
April
16th, in Cardiff (Fri)
*
June
7th, in Manchester (Mon)
September 16th in
Cambridgeshire (Thu)
*
*
Trainings with asterix contact
John Spector or phone
020 8343 3665
Email us
Part 3 (Level 2) Training (2.5 days)
May
13th - 15th, in London
(Thurs eve - Sat)
October 14th - 16th, in
Manchester
(Thurs eve - Sat)
November 17th - 19th, in
Cardiff (Weds afternoon - Fri)
*
December 2nd
- 4th in Cambridgeshire
(Thurs eve - Sat)
*
*
Trainings with asterix contact
John Spector or phone
020 8343 3665
Email us
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Contacts for trainings:
Great Britain
-
EMDR Masterclass
web
,
email
Tel: + 44 (0)28 9064
4217
These Level 1 and 2 trainings are presented by
experienced clinicians trained personally by Dr Francine Shapiro, the
originator of EMDR. Dr Gerald Puk and Dr Michael Paterson are Trainers
with the EMDR Institute and are accredited by EMDR
Europe Association.
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