Professional Training
Course Description (see the brochure)
This course will introduce therapists to the first comprehensive treatment
approach for individual and couples therapists based on the findings
of recent neurobiogical research (Moss, 2006). Emphasizing the treatment of negative emotional memories based on a new model (Moss, in
press) for understanding how the brain processes memory differently in
the right and left hemisphere, Dr. Moss will teach therapists how to treat a
wide range of client problems ranging from marital difficulties to depression.
Unlike previous therapy models that offer vague accounts of how
a chemical imbalance or certain brain structures are involved in creating
problems, or simplistic behavioral understanding of habit retraining, Dr.
Moss’ clinical biopsychological approach makes the workings of the brain
and the impact of negative emotional experiences understandable to clients
and therapists alike.
The clinical biopsyhological approach addresses numerous sources of negative
mood states:
- Negative emotional memories (e.g., abusive or cold parent, hurtful
spouse, school bully)
- Ongoing factors (e.g., pain state, negative supervisor, problematic
spouse)
- Loss issues (e.g., death of loved one, loss of health, divorce).
The emotional restructuring session includes new schemas, experiential
techniques, abundant imagery, and verbal labeling of emotional experiences
of the client. Thus, there are components that address each of the hypothesized
areas requiring treatment tied to negative emotional memories. Within
the brain, this addresses the “verbal-thinking” of the left side, as well as
the “emotional-thinking” of the right. It also leads to improved congruence
between the sides with perceptions of increased internal peace by the client.
The client often connects the past memories with present difficulties and
relationships.
Dr. Moss will demonstrate the practice of Emotional Restructuring through
the use of video taped sessions with a client undergoing therapy, explaining
each step in his approach to psychotherapy. Attendees will get a first hand
view of how Dr. Moss helps clients work through past negative emotions in
the Emotional Restructuring process.
May 18, 2007 in Philadelphia, PA
May 25, 2007 in Baltimore, MD
For details and registration information, see this brochure or click here to register.
*You will need Adobe reader to display this brochure. This program can be downloaded for free here.
Moss, R. A. (2006) Of bits and logic: Cortical columns in learning and memory. The Journal of Mind and Behavior, 27, 183-214.
Moss, R. A. (in press) Negative emotional memories in clinical practice: Theoretical considerations. Journal of Psychotherapy Integration.
Advanced Clinical Training
Consultation services through Emotional Restructuring, Inc., promote cutting edge research and assist groups and organizations in implementing clinical biopsychological treatment approaches.
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