Current research is showing major breakthroughs in what happens in the brain following trauma, indicating that insight and understanding may have only a limited influence on the operation of subcortical processes. A body-oriented approach is called for that facilitates new actions and addresses dissociative symptoms, including somatic components of traumatic memories (e.g., pain, analgesia, and motor inhibitions), and avoidance-related symptoms such as bodily anesthesia.

In this workshop, the presenter will address the role of developing “somatic resources”; physical competencies that help clients achieve mastery over past traumatic experience. The theory and practice of Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a clinical approach that integrates cognitive and somatic interventions in the treatment of trauma, will be taught, emphasizing practicing actions that mitigate symptoms and develop a new way of “living” in the body. Somatic resources will be illustrated through videotaped excerpts of sessions with traumatized individuals, and brief experiential exercises.

Cost: $130

Discounts: $30 off for students, or groups of 3 or more

TO REGISTER: Contact Lucie Prebel: 312-252-9500 X110. email: lmprebel@aol.com

Continuing Education: 6 CEU's offered by Cathedral Counseling Center, with full attendance required.