Resetting the Immune System: An EMDR Phase 2 Resource

Description: Both the nervous system and the immune system have memory networks. Immune systems “learn” from past experiences. When viewed through the AIP lens, chronic inflammatory conditions can be seen as maladaptive responses to present triggers based on past perceptions of threat to the system.

Using principals and procedures derived from Paulson and O’Shea’s approach to “resetting affective circuits” we can target maladaptive immune system flares and help clients “unlearn” these unnecessary or over-reactive immune responses. The procedural steps are gentle and simple to apply.

During this 2-hour workshop through lecture, video, case studies, and suggested experiential exercises, Jenna will share best-practices she has developed for working with autoimmune and inflammatory conditions to help clients more through stages of inflammation and suppression toward a state of health

CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1241946

This event is sponsored by FMHCA, an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider. FMHCA NBCC Provider# 2058. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  FMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

Learning Objectives:

1. List the 2 components of the Immune System Network
2. Specify 3 areas where inflammation impacts Mental Health
3. Describe types and symptoms of physiological illnesses that an be targeted

Jenna Burton is an LMHC and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant in private practice in Orlando, Florida. She provides EMDR therapy via Telehealth and is licensed in Florida, Vermont, and Texas. She was EMDR trained in 2004 and became a Facilitator in 2019. She has worked in various settings including community outreach and child welfare with diverse clients. She works with children and adults treating Autoimmune Disorders, Psychosis/Schizophrenia, Dissociative Disorders, and Complex Trauma. She has also built expertise working with Addictions and Cultural Competency.