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Blocking Beliefs | June 1 2026

from $150.00

Join Paula Merucci for this advanced 7-hour webinar designed specifically for EMDR-trained clinicians who encounter processing challenges due to protective self-states. This training will equip you with practical skills to navigate and resolve stuck points that may arise during EMDR sessions, particularly when working with clients who experience complex PTSD (cPTSD) and dissociation.

This webinar covers all EMDR phases, with a focus on History-Taking, Preparation, Assessment, and Desensitization, while incorporating blocking belief modifications. Paula will guide you through a deeper understanding of key concepts and strategies for overcoming memory reconsolidation interruptions.

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Join Paula Merucci for this advanced 7-hour webinar designed specifically for EMDR-trained clinicians who encounter processing challenges due to protective self-states. This training will equip you with practical skills to navigate and resolve stuck points that may arise during EMDR sessions, particularly when working with clients who experience complex PTSD (cPTSD) and dissociation.

This webinar covers all EMDR phases, with a focus on History-Taking, Preparation, Assessment, and Desensitization, while incorporating blocking belief modifications. Paula will guide you through a deeper understanding of key concepts and strategies for overcoming memory reconsolidation interruptions.

Key Topics:

  • Differentiating PTSD from cPTSD

  • The Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model

  • Dissociation and Polyvagal Theory

  • Practical strategies to resolve memory reconsolidation interruptions

Objectives:

  1. Identify and describe a stuck point in EMDR reprocessing and the modifications needed when working with complex PTSD (cPTSD).

  2. Review and differentiate key concepts such as the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, cPTSD, and dissociation.

  3. Explain the basics of Polyvagal Theory and demonstrate how to integrate related skills into clinical practice.

  4. Describe the neurobiology of trauma and the role of parts work (self-states) in memory processing.

  5. Explain the process of memory reconsolidation and its relevance to trauma treatment.

  6. Define blocking beliefs and protective parts and their impact on EMDR therapy.

  7. Outline the three steps leading to transformational change, as defined by Bruce Ecker, and their application in trauma therapy.

Clinical Interventions:

  • Inside Out Resourcing Wheel (adapted from Roy Kiessling, 2006): A group practicum exercise designed to deepen resourcing.

  • Two-Hand Interweave (inspired by Robin Shapiro): A powerful intervention for integrating conflicting parts of the self.

  • Unblending Parts: Utilizing EMDr, EMD, or EMDR 2.0 methods to help clients process stuck memories effectively.