Accelerated Resolution Therapy

di Eric Sandersson (Autore)

Jayjay Ham LLC, 2025

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a groundbreaking approach in the field of mental health, specifically designed to treat trauma and stress-related conditions with remarkable speed and precision. Emerging in the early 2000s, ART blends principles from several established therapies—most notably cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization, and guided imagery—into a streamlined, highly structured protocol. What sets ART apart is its focus on rapid relief without requiring clients to speak in detail about their trauma, making it particularly valuable for those who find verbal processing difficult or retraumatizing. At the heart of ART is the concept of memory reconsolidation, a neurological process where emotional memories can be changed or updated through specific interventions. ART facilitates this by guiding clients to recall distressing images while simultaneously using bilateral eye movements. These movements, orchestrated by the therapist, help desensitize the emotional intensity of the memory and allow the client to replace it with a more positive or neutral image. This technique, known as Voluntary Image Replacement (VIR), allows individuals to retain the factual elements of their memory while removing its emotional sting. Another critical aspect of ART is its structured protocol, which typically unfolds over just one to five sessions. Clients are first guided through relaxation techniques and grounding exercises to prepare for trauma processing. Then, the therapist helps the individual access and visualize the disturbing event. Unlike traditional talk therapy, ART does not dwell on the content of the trauma but instead focuses on how it is encoded and how it can be reimagined. The final stage of the session involves reinforcement, where the client’s new imagery is strengthened and stabilized.

• Autore: Eric Sandersson
• Durata in (hh:mm:ss): 01:40:08
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Jayjay Ham LLC
• EAN: 9798318441110

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