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EMDR, Trauma & Complex PTSD: Counseling Approaches Basics
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EMDR, Trauma & Complex PTSD: Counseling Approaches Basics
Explore trauma and PTSD concepts alongside selected approaches and exercises from EMDR, CBT, ACT & DBT
Created byPsychologyClass Org by Aman Varma
Last updated 10/2026
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What you'll learn
- Ultimate Trauma, PTSD, Complex PTSD & EMDR Counseling Tools
- Learn basics of Trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD Counseling & Treatment
- Learn Basics of EMDR and It's use in treating PTSD
- Get therapy structure to recover from Trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD
- 50+ Ready to use counseling worksheets to share with your clients
- Integrate CBT, DBT, ACT Skills in your practice to treat PTSD & Trauma
- Coping strategies to manage Flashbacks, Nightmares, and Intrusions
- Identify behavioural triggers and origins of depression and anxiety.
- Learn 12 strategies to cope and manage Complex PTSD
- Create an emergency coping plan
- First aid healing strategies for complex PTSD
- EMDR Practitioner Toolbox - Treatment of Complex PTSD
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Course content
11 sections • 118 lectures • 9h 52m total length
Requirements
- No previous knowledge of PTSD required
- Basic Counseling or Talk Therapy Skills
Description
Understanding Trauma & PTSD: An Introduction to EMDR, CBT, ACT & DBT
An introductory, educational course exploring trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD (CPTSD), and selected psychological approaches commonly discussed in relation to trauma.
The course introduces concepts associated with EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), along with topics such as emotional regulation, grounding, breathwork, inner-child concepts, and post-traumatic growth.
It is designed for students, psychology enthusiasts, educators, helping professionals, and anyone interested in developing a general understanding of trauma and psychological approaches to trauma-related difficulties.
What You Will Learn
Understand Trauma and PTSD: Explore basic concepts related to trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, and common psychological and physical responses to traumatic experiences.
Explore Different Psychological Approaches: Develop a general understanding of selected concepts associated with EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT.
Learn About Trauma-Related Patterns: Explore topics such as avoidance, triggers, emotional overwhelm, intrusive experiences, and difficulties with emotional regulation.
Explore Coping Concepts: Become familiar with grounding, breathing exercises, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and other strategies discussed in the course.
Explore Inner-Child Concepts: Learn about the psychological concept of inner-child work and how it is used in some personal-growth and therapeutic contexts.
Understand Post-Traumatic Growth: Explore the concept of post-traumatic growth and how some individuals describe positive changes following difficult experiences.
Use Educational Worksheets: Work with printable exercises and checklists to review concepts and support self-reflection.
Course Structure
Module 1: Understanding Trauma and PTSD
Explore the nature of trauma, common responses to traumatic experiences, and introductory concepts related to PTSD and CPTSD.
Module 2: Emotional Regulation and Coping
Explore concepts related to emotional regulation, grounding, breathwork, mindfulness, coping with difficult emotions, and responding to trauma-related triggers.
Module 3: Psychological Approaches to Trauma
Develop a basic conceptual understanding of selected ideas from EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT as they relate to trauma and emotional difficulties.
Module 4: Personal Understanding and Growth
Explore inner-child concepts, supportive relationships, resilience, self-reflection, and the concept of post-traumatic growth.
Worksheets & Exercises
The course includes printable materials that can be used for:
Reviewing course concepts
Self-reflection
Organizing information
Exploring selected coping and mindfulness exercises
Reinforcing learning through structured activities
Who This Course Is For
Students: Psychology, counseling, social work, and related students interested in trauma and PTSD.
Psychology Enthusiasts: Anyone interested in understanding trauma and psychological responses to difficult experiences.
Helping Professionals: Those seeking general educational familiarity with trauma-related terminology and psychological approaches.
Personal Learning: Individuals interested in exploring trauma, coping concepts, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
Important Note
This is an educational and introductory course. It does not provide EMDR certification, trauma certification, clinical qualification, professional licensing, or authorization to practice counseling or psychotherapy.
The course does not train participants to diagnose or treat PTSD, CPTSD, trauma, or other mental health conditions. The approaches, exercises, and information presented are intended for educational purposes and personal learning and should not be considered a substitute for formal professional training, clinical supervision, or mental health treatment.
The inclusion of EMDR, CBT, ACT, or DBT concepts in this course should not be interpreted as training in the clinical delivery of these therapies.
Who this course is for:
- Therapist, Psychologists & Counselors
- Mental Health Professionals
- CBT Therapists, DBT Therapists, ACT Therapists