5th Annual RC SELPA Mental Health Symposium: Mental Health Matters

This session will utilize an EMDR lens to examine trauma responses and introduce practical ideas for building the youth's capacity to tolerate distress. Presenter will provide a general overview of the theory behind EMDR therapy to build upon understanding of the function of trauma responses. The concept of distress tolerance will be explored in depth along with ways to increase a youth's capacity to maintain regulation when triggered. Finally, participants will practice several interventions geared toward helping youth regain emotional regulation when triggered.

Objectives:

1. Participants will develop understanding of the function of trauma responses.
2. Participants will have an understanding of ways to increase distress tolerance in youth.
3. Participants will have the opportunity to practice several emotional regulation interventions.