The Therapist Thrival Guide 78. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) with Allison Affolter
We're diving into the transformative world of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). In this episode of the Therapist Thrival Guide, Allison, who specializes in trauma, grief, and anxiety, explains the fundamentals of ART, its similarities and differences with EMDR, and its applications for various mental health issues.
They discuss the structured yet creative nature of ART, the importance of proper training, and share insightful anecdotes about the therapy's effectiveness. Whether you're a mental health professional, a student, or someone interested in innovative therapy techniques, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of ART and its potential benefits.
Link to Allison's episode on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
OUR HOST:
Miranda Barker, MSW, LICSW, has been practicing as a therapist for several years. She previously worked as a child protection investigator, adoption social worker, case manager, and the Director of Brand Content at Ellie Mental Health. Follow her on LinkedIn.
The Therapist Thrival Guide is a podcast by Ellie Mental Health. We want to move therapists beyond surviving and into the realm of thriving by covering all the things that graduate school didn't teach you! This mental health podcast is hosted by Miranda Barker, LICSW and a rotating cast of seasoned therapists. Each episode features a therapist speaking to their areas of expertise to help us learn how to thrive as therapists.
Ellie is a national mental health brand organized around community-based outpatient mental health clinics. It all began with a single office in St. Paul, Minnesota back in 2015, and has expanded to an explosive number of locations nationwide after franchising our model in 2021.
TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:05 Overview of Therapy Modalities02:19 Introduction to Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)03:26 How ART Works and Its Benefits05:46 Comparing ART with EMDR11:19 Applications and Effectiveness of ART30:34 ART Training and Certification40:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts