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Working with dissociative parts of the self in trauma therapy
Understanding dissociation and applying ego state approaches to support integration and regulation
This trauma training explores the role of dissociation in trauma and introduces therapeutic strategies for working with dissociative ego states or “parts.”
Participants will examine how trauma can lead to fragmented aspects of identity and explore the role of phobic reactions between parts of the personality.
The training introduces strategies and therapeutic exercises designed to support integration, inner coherence, emotional regulation, and the development of self-soothing capacities.
Learning objectives:
- Conceptualizing inner states
- Singular vs. split subconscious states
- Dissociation as a division of the personality
- Dissociative parts of personality
- The role of “phobic reactions” within parts
- Understanding the “self-protective” roles of different parts or ego states including shame
- Tools to support relationship with fragmented ego state/parts of one’s inner world, foster a means to integration, inner coherence, regulation, and the capacity for self-soothing
- Treatment interventions for overcoming the phobia of dissociative parts
- Specific interactive strategies and exercises working with ego state parts
Reserve your spot now to build practical skills for working with dissociation and supporting integration in trauma therapy.
Please note: This webinar is module 4 of the Certificate in trauma counselling for mental health professionals: Level 2 advanced clinical training, however; participants can also register for it as a stand-alone training to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills in trauma counselling.
