COUN 563 Foundations in EMDR Therapy

This course provides an overview of the AIP model and conceptualization behind EMDR Therapy.  Students will be exposed to the neurobiology of trauma as well as the incidence of trauma in the clinical population.  Discussion and training will be provided on the various therapeutic techniques that are unique to EMDR therapy and that make it effective for various treatment groups.  Student will be expected to integrate their learning by evaluating research trials with this treatment modality. Upon completion of this course, students are expected to have an understanding of the EMDR Therapy.