Course Description

This intermediate-advanced 6-hr. pre-recorded Webinar focuses on treating addiction and chronic relapse by integrating IFS-informed strategies within the 8 phase EMDR protocol. Numerous client video clips, lecture, and handouts demonstrate the integration. 


Includes 6 Academic and EMDRIA approved CEs

Susan Brown, LCSW

Instructor

Susan Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice for over 35 years in San Diego, CA. She specializes in the treatment of complex developmental trauma, addictions and other maladaptive behaviors. Her current focus is the integration of Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed processes within the EMDR therapy standard protocol. Susan was a Principal Investigator in a pilot study using an EMDR Integrated Trauma Treatment Program in an adult Drug Court. She has co-authored multiple book chapters and articles and presents specialty workshops on the application of EMDR therapy, combined with IFS elements, for this complex population. She has presented regularly at the EMDRIA conferences and has been an invited Plenary and day-long pre-conference speaker. She is an EMDRIA-Approved Consultant and Basic Training Facilitator for the EMDR Institute. 

 

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome Message

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. About Susan Brown

      FREE PREVIEW

    3. Workshop Content and Learning Objective

    4. Copy of CE Information / Course Eligibility and Completion Requirements

    1. Handout #1 PowerPoint Day Long Journey into Hope

    2. Handout #2 What is your ACE score?

    3. Handout #3 Blocking Beliefs Questionnaire (Knipe)

    4. Handout #4 The 6 F's Exercise

    5. Handout #5 Pete IFS/EMDR Phase 3 Example

    6. Handout #6 Revised 2024 Script Targeting Maladaptive Linkages in Addiction

    7. Handout #7 Bibliography

    1. Video #1 (40 min): Stages of relapse, triggers, parts, EMDR/IFS integration

    2. Video #2 (42 min.) Phase 1, history, treatment planning, IFS concepts, exercise, client videos

    3. Video #3 (55 min): Protector fears, permission, roles in addiction, attachment, parts-specific treatment planning, client videos

    4. Video #4 (58 min): Phase 2 Preparation, feared future, addiction memory, craving, parts work in different stages, client videos

    5. Video #5 (61 min): Continuation parts-focused treatment planning, getting permission video, targeting craving, experiential script

    6. Video #6 (60 min): Phases 3-8, integrating parts within EMDR, processing with managers/exiles, honesty in recovery, client videos

    7. Video #7 (50 min): Countertransference, targeting relapses, integrating EMDR/IFS, summary, closure

    1. How to receive your CE Classes Instructions

About this course

  • 6 hours of video including working with clients

Pricing

Testimonials

  • Susan Brown is a skilled clinician with EMDR mastery. Her vast EMDR knowledge and effortless deconstruction of the most challenging cases makes her trainings and consultation invaluable. Post certification, Susan remains my primary resource for EMDR learning, clinical growth, and skill acquisition. Wendy Ashley., Psy.D, LCSW

  • “Susan Brown communicates a wealth of knowledge concerning addiction along with immediately accessible tools for clinicians. Her expertise comes from years of experience combined with true concern for the client who struggles with addiction. We’re honored to call her both colleague and friend.” Curt Rouanzoin, Ph.D., and Michelle Gottlieb, Psy.D. – EMDR Professional Training

  • “One of the finest teachers I have ever experienced, hands down. This trainer offers deep compassion and a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between addictions and trauma. This is the trainer that I return to again and again when her courses are offered. You will not regret making this choice: none better.” Judith S., PhD

Testimonials

  • "I have sponsored EMDR trainings and have been utilizing EMDR Therapy for over 20 years. Susan's workshops are the most succinct and packed with more information than any I have sponsored or attended. Many kudos to you Susan, for the quality you provide. I recommend your trainings to anyone needing advanced treatment skills in addiction." Laurie Tetrault. LCSW

  • Susan Brown's course has radically changed the way I use EMDR and working with compulsive/addictive behaviors. It has made such a difference to my clients' process. By offering a more IFS-based approach, I see and hear more of my client's internal dialogue and experiences, and provide so much more room for healing. I highly recommend this course! Cecily Criminale, MS, MEd, MA

  • I am writing to thank you for the hours of work you have put into your workshop on "EMDR in the Treatment of Complex Trauma with Symptoms of Addictive and Compulsive Behaviors." The program was provocative, and quite simply amazing. I have not been this excited about going back to work and using EMDR, since its inception. The work you are presenting is a synthesis of such endeavors by you and others, but making up the missing link in treatment improvements that I have been seeking for a very long time. Elizabeth West, MFT Los Angeles Therapist