Phase 6: Body Scan Increasing Body Awareness Play Therapy Techniques

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In EMDR, during the Preparation Phase, what is a primary focus?

Reducing PTSD symptoms

Implementing bilateral movements

Rapport building, learning EMDR, mindfulness skills (correct)

Collecting trauma information

What is the purpose of the Activation Phase in EMDR?

Learning mindfulness skills

Collecting trauma information

Implementing bilateral movements (correct)

Building rapport

How does Group EMDR interventions help in therapy waiting times?

By providing individual therapy only

By reducing waiting times (correct)

By increasing waiting times

By focusing on trauma symptoms

Which phase of EMDR is similar to the intake process in therapy?

Target Sequence Plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the body scan phase in play therapy?

To release unhelpful memories stuck in the body Signup and view all the answers

What is a key outcome of integrating EMDR into other therapeutic modalities for trauma symptoms?

Reducing trauma symptoms effectively Signup and view all the answers

How does Christine Mark-Griffin use a turtle in describing the 'Window of Tolerance'?

To illustrate a state of engagement Signup and view all the answers

What benefit do Group EMDR interventions provide in relation to PTSD, depression, and anxiety symptoms according to studies?

They significantly reduce these symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits of bilateral movements during play therapy?

Releasing stress from the body Signup and view all the answers

How can a play therapist initiate closure in a session?

By using calming techniques like breathing activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the Polyvagal Body Scans technique associated with?

Identifying areas of physical discomfort Signup and view all the answers

During parent consultations, what advice does the play therapist provide?

To anticipate emotions spilling over outside sessions and provide support Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of EMDR are bilateral movements used to move stress out of the child’s mind and body?

Desensitization Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Body Scan phase in EMDR?

Increasing body awareness Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of EMDR involves strengthening positive thoughts to reduce stress related to the target problem?

Installation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Closure phase in EMDR?

Calming and/or fun activities Signup and view all the answers

In EMDR, what is the goal of parent consultations happening in between sessions?

Discussing expectations of emotions spilling over Signup and view all the answers

Why is body awareness important in EMDR therapy?

To reduce stress in the child Signup and view all the answers