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EMDR for Couples and Families

May 21, 2024

Join Jen and Bridger as they discuss using EMDR therapy for couples and families, incorporating the Cycle of Repression. Explore attachment rupture and repair, finding safety in connection. Learn about addressing past traumas, navigating challenges in therapy, and fostering authentic expression in relationships.

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Quick takeaways

Understanding the Cycle of Repression in relationships helps clients find safety in connection through learned avoidance strategies.

Incorporating authentic self-expression breaks the cycle of repression fostering vulnerability, acceptance, and deeper connection in relationships.

EMDR therapy tools like light bars enhance cognitive processing and emotional authenticity during intensive sessions for couples and families.

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Overview of EMDR Therapy Approach

EMDR therapy is discussed as an approach to the entire therapeutic journey. Topics covered include the therapeutic relationship, utilizing the original eight-phase protocol, and understanding the deeper reasons behind EMDR processes when facing challenges.

Introduction

2min

Exploring EMDR Intensive Session with Light Bar Kits

5min

Exploring EMDR Therapy for Couples and Families

3min

Navigating the Challenges of Working with Couples and Families in Therapy

5min

Understanding Relationship Patterns in Couples Therapy

9min

Patterns of Feeling Unseen in Relationships

13min

Navigating Authentic Expression in Relationships

16min

Uncovering Authentic Expression and Trauma in Relationships with EMDR Therapy

12min

Listen in to hear Jen and Bridger reflect on the work they've been doing to support couples and families in their EMDR journey. Throughout this episode, the hosts incorporate the Cycle of Repression into the conversation. This model of attachment rupture and repair empowers clients to discover safety in connection by understanding how we fall back on learned strategies to avoid threats and seek safety when we feel unseen. Whether it's doom scrolling, substance use, intimate partner violence, or infidelity, this cycle helps us bring compassionate understanding to our therapy clients. Let's embrace authenticity and healing together!

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