Pain Control with EMDR

The 6th revised edition of this research-based manual describes how to use EMDR in the treatment of chronic pain. Includes a review of role of trauma and attachment problems in pain, neurological aspects of pain, Theoretical model of pain based on Accelerated Information Processing Model, step by step EMDR pain protocol, including detailed notes and tips for each stage, key differences between trauma protocol and pain protocol, advice about common blockages and how to deal with them, how to enhance client responsiveness to bilateral stimulation, how to develop strong affect-based resources for coping with on-going pain, adjunctive strategies and resources, assessment tools, information about dissociation and pain, numerous case-examples, and over 30 pages of photocopyable treatment aids and resources. After PTSD, pain is the most researched application of EMDR.

The 6th revised edition of this research-based manual describes how to use EMDR in the treatment of chronic pain. Cutting edge approach includes information about how to incorporate adjuctive brain based interventions. Includes numerous worksheets and long and short versions of the pain protocol.

f you are already using EMDR and are interested in treating clients with pain this is the book for you. The review of the research is thorough but the practical guidance isn't sacrificed to labour the science as can often be the case. There is an abundance of reproducible resources, clearly illustrated with case examples and comprehensive enough to actually begin using right away. The nuances of working with pain are identified and addressed. This book covers all the bases, is faithful to the underlying science, and gave me the confidence to begin using the resources straight away. - Stephanie Green