Why the AIP Model Matters: Understanding the Engine Behind EMDR If you work in the field of trauma therapy, you’ve probably heard the phrase Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model. But for many clinicians, the model can still feel somewhat abstract. The AIP model underpins EMDR. It guides case conceptualisation.But what does it really mean in […]
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We often say trauma isn’t about the event. It’s about how the event was experienced and stored within the person that it happened to. But what does that actually mean? When we describe trauma as an unintegrated memory, we are not minimising its emotional, relational, or physiological impact. We are pointing to something very specific:
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When most people think of EMDR, they think of trauma recovery. PTSD. Flashbacks. Nightmares. Distressing memories finally losing their charge. And yes, EMDR is profoundly effective for reducing symptoms. And the evidence base also supports this. Members of the EMDR Association in the UK can access a data base of helpful articles here But if you’ve
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“My client understands exactly why they feel this way… so why are they still stuck?” If you’ve ever found yourself thinking this, you’re not alone. Many trauma therapists work with clients who are deeply insightful. They can link their current difficulties back to childhood experiences, identify unhelpful beliefs, and describe their nervous system responses with
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When you join an EMDR training you are already an experienced therapist (Click here to look at the eligibility criteria). But you are probably curious about ways to integrate EMDR into existing therapy practice. If you already have a solid trauma framework, whether it’s trauma-focused CBT, Somatic Experiencing, or relational depth work you might be
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So you’ve decided to train in EMDR and attend an EMDR Training —congratulations! This powerful trauma therapy can transform not only your clients’ healing journeys but also your own clinical work. But now comes the question many therapists stumble over: “Which EMDR training should I choose?” Access our free training session to find out more
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) has been gaining serious traction in the trauma therapy world. But despite its growing popularity—and a strong base of research—EMDR is still often surrounded by confusion, skepticism, and a few stubborn myths. If you’re a trauma therapist considering EMDR training, or you’ve heard conflicting things from colleagues, this post
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All Accredited EMDR training for therapists in the UK is regulated and Accredited by EMDR Europe and subsequently there is a tight criteria about what needs to be covered in the training. In our standard EMDR training we are introducing EMDR and teaching our delegates all the basic knowledge and skills you will need to
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Thinking about training as an EMDR therapist? It’s not an easy option, EMDR training is intense (as it should be!). So if you want to find out more about what is expected of you as a delegate please do read on. You might want to check you are eligible by looking at the guidance here
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Are you interested in training as an EMDR therapist? It can feel really confusing when deciding whether to train in a specific therapy. The training pathway is not always clear. We often don’t know what is expected of us as clinicians on this journey. So if you want to find out more about the different
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