Somatic Interventions for Treating Complex Trauma

Description

Faculty:

Janina Fisher

Duration:

11 Hours 39 Minutes

Format:

Audio and Video

Copyright:

Oct 16, 2017

Workshop: Somatic Strategies for Treating Trauma with Janina Fisher, PhD

Join internationally recognized trauma expert and author, Janina Fisher, PhD, for an essential workshop on evidence-based somatic approaches to trauma treatment. This training will equip you with practical tools and techniques to effectively address the complex challenges presented by trauma in your clients.

Workshop Highlights:

This workshop delves into the neurobiological impact of trauma, exploring how the mind and body respond to perceived threats and the resulting dysregulation of the nervous system. Participants will learn how trauma manifests in memory, often implicitly and situationally, and how to utilize neurobiologically-informed interventions to regulate the traumatized nervous system and foster a sense of self-witnessing.

Dr. Fisher will introduce techniques from Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a body-centered approach that integrates seamlessly with traditional talk therapies. These interventions address core trauma-related issues, including:

Dysregulated autonomic arousal and affect tolerance
Intrusive memories and flashbacks
Impulsivity and acting out
Dissociation and numbing
Difficulties feeling safe in the body
Key Topics Covered:

The neurobiological legacy of trauma, including the impact on the nervous system and the nature of traumatic memory.
Neurobiologically-informed trauma therapy, emphasizing regulation, psychoeducation, and symptom reframing.
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy techniques, focusing on the body as a source of information and integrating body-centered approaches into talk therapy.
The role of mindfulness and neuroplasticity in trauma recovery.
Addressing secondary symptoms such as anger, self-harm, addiction, and eating disorders.
Working with treatment-resistant depression and anxiety, understanding complex symptoms as manifestations of protective responses.
Utilizing therapy as a laboratory for practicing new actions and developing new narratives.
The principles of neuroplasticity and their application in trauma treatment.
Somatic resolution of traumatic events, focusing on restoration, transformation, and creating inner safety.
About the Presenter:

Janina Fisher, PhD, is a renowned expert in the field of trauma treatment and the author of numerous publications on the subject. Her expertise in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and neurobiological approaches to trauma makes this workshop an invaluable learning opportunity for clinicians seeking to enhance their skills in working with complex trauma.