course

A New Treatment For:

Depression and Anxiety
PTSD
Mood Disorders
Intrusive Memories
Relationship Trauma
Abuse

Course Highlights:

•  Ground Breaking Method for Treating Traumatic Memory
•  Releasing and Changing Negative Emotional Experiences
•  Cutting Edge Therapy for Individuals and Couples
•  Neurobioligically Informed Psychotherapy
•  A New Model of Brief Therapy

Course Description:

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)1. Emphasizing the treatment of negative emotional memories based on a new model (Moss, in press)2 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:
(a) negative emotional memories (e.g., abusive or cold parent, hurtful spouse, school bully);
(b) ongoing factors (e.g., pain state, negative supervisor, problematic spouse); and
(c) 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.
1. Moss, R. A. (2006) Of bits and logic: Cortical columns in learning and memory. The Journal of Mind and Behavior, 27, 183-214.
2. Moss, R. A. (in press) Negative emotional memories in clinical practice: Theoretical considerations. Journal of Psychotherapy Integration.

Hours:

Check in: 8:30
Workshop hours: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
(with 1.5 hour lunch break)

Complete information on Dr. Moss’ articles, as well as ordering information on his books, is available at his website. www.emotionalrestructuring.com

Accreditations:

PA and MD
Psychologists - American Psychological Association— R Cassidy Seminars/Amedco is an approved provider of continuing education for psychologists. R Cassidy Seminars/Amedco maintains responsibility for this program. 6 CE hours

MD and NJ
Social Workers - ASWB provider #1082 is approved as a provider for continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards. www.aswb.org. phone 1 800 225-6880, through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. R Cassidy Seminars/Amedco maintains responsibility for the program. 6 CE hours

PA
Social Workers - Application has been submitted to the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors. Approval pending. Please see our website to verify approval. www.ceuregistration.com

PA, NJ and MD
Counselors - R Cassidy Seminars/Amedco is recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors to offer continuing education for certified counselors. We adhere to NBCC continuing education guidelines. Provider # 5633. 6 CE hours