08: Expanding EMDR Therapy To A Group Setting | Regina Morrow Robinson of The Book, EMDR Group Therapy

Regina (Reg) Morrow Robinson, EMDR therapist and trainer, discusses the innovative approach of using group EMDR therapy to address mental wellness and trauma. She shares her inspiration for exploring group EMDR therapy and highlights its broad applications in different settings, such as schools, families, and communities affected by disasters. She emphasizes the importance of early intervention and the potential benefits of group therapy in reducing stigma and fostering connection. Reg also discusses the training required to offer group EMDR therapy and the ongoing research in this field.   About Regina Morrow Robinson: Regina is the co-editor and author of the newly released book, EMDR Group Therapy: Emerging Principles and Protocols to Treat Trauma and Beyond. During her 30+ years of practice, Reg has delighted in working with other therapists to create a more resilient and connected community. Reg became an EMDR therapist and then trainer under the guidance of Dr Francine Shapiro. She brings over 30-years' experience as a therapist with individuals, couples, families and groups. She is trained in both Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples and the Gottman Method, is an approved EMDRIA trainer, R-TEP/G-TEP trainer and coordinator of Elan Shapiro's (developer of Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol (R-TEP and Group Traumatic Episode Protocol G-TEP)) International network of Trainers and Researchers.    She is a frequent presenter at EMDRIA conferences and EMDR Early Intervention summits on the topics of EMDR Consultation, Early Intervention, and Disaster Response. Reg is renowned as a master trainer in EMDR and a leading authority in group approaches. She has a passion for sharing her learnings and mentoring developing therapists. Reg has been active in AAMFT nationally and locally since graduate school, serving as president of both her student MFT group and the local Orlando, Florida chapter. She now maintains a virtual practice in Cape Canaveral, FL focusing on individuals and couples recovering from trauma, performance enhancement and helping to strengthen relationships.   EMDR Group Therapy: Emerging principles and protocols to treat trauma and beyond      Episode Timestamps: (02:25) Explanation of EMDR therapy and its broad applications (03:35) Inspiration behind publishing her book on group EMDR therapy (08:45) Vision for group work and EMDR therapy (12:40) Utilizing group EMDR therapy in different settings (15:15) Training available for group EMDR  (18:05) The 4 elements protocol (19:15) Examples of using EMDR in schools, hospitals, and mental health clinics (26:20) Research on group EMDR protocols and the need for more studies   Connect with Rachel: Facebook Group: The Mental Health Entrepreneur Podcast Group Website: traumaspecialiststraining.com Instagram: instagram.com/trauma_specialist LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796