Notice That Episode 61: Three Channels of Processing
Oct 3, 2021
The podcast discusses the three channels of processing in therapy sessions and the importance of addressing cognitive, emotional, and somatic processing. It explores finding safe resources for clients and the process of memory storage and activation. It also delves into the installation phase and strengthening new associations, and the role of noticing and connecting with moments of change and growth. The hosts emphasize the significance of therapists exploring various channels of processing and being open to different therapeutic approaches.
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Three Channels Are Required For Holistic Processing
- EMDR processing needs movement across three channels: cognition, affect, and somatic sensation.
- True healing requires integration across all channels, not just cognitive insight.
Check All Channels Throughout Bilateral Sets
- During bilateral stimulation, repeatedly check cognition, emotion, and body sensations rather than waiting until the end.
- Gently interweave prompts like 'where are those thoughts showing up in your body?' throughout processing.
Attachment Style Predicts Channel Bias
- Attachment strategies shape which channels a client favors or omits during processing.
- Dismissive attachment often omits affect and overemphasizes cognition, leaving processing incomplete.