Compassion Fatigue Solutions

Public Service Announcement

New Solutions in the Treatment of Trauma Dissociation with Dr Janina Fisher
November 8th and 9th, 2010. London, Ontario.

Treating the legacy of childhood trauma and neglect is not simple for even the most experienced clinician. The work is frequently complicated by dissociation-related challenges including shifting states of consciousness, paradoxical responses to treatment, autonomic dysregulation and impulsivity, problems with memory and continuity, shame and selfsabotage, and crises in the therapeutic alliance.

This workshop will offer a conceptual model for treating the effects of trauma and dissociation and present techniques to engage clients who are resistant, overwhelmed, impulsive, preoccupied with internal stimuli and unable to effectively process verbal input. These verbal and somatic approaches emphasize present moment experience and help clients to better integrate the therapeutic work by fostering internal coherence and mindfulness and strengthening capacities to deal with the challenges of daily life. Because they are inherently stabilizing they are appropriate for clients presenting with any trauma-related diagnosis, including Borderline Personality Disorder and bipolar disorder as well as Dissociative Identity Disorder and other Dissociative Disorders.


Dr. Janina Fisher is an Instructor and Senior Supervisor at The Trauma Centre, an outpatient clinic founded and directed by Bessel van der Kolk, and maintains a private practice in psychotherapy and consultation in the Boston area. She is also an EMDR International Association Consultant, a trainer for the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute, past president of the New England Society for the Treatment of Trauma and Dissociation, and a former Instructor in Psychology, Harvard Medical School. Dr. Fisher lectures and teaches nationally and internationally on topics related to trauma, dissociation, and the integration of the neurobiological research into clinical practice.

This workshop will enable participants to:

− Develop their understanding of dissociative phenomena, including the differences between “state” versus “trait” dissociative symptoms.
− Utilize mindfulness techniques to counteract dissociation-related symptoms and impulsivity.
− Employ cognitive and body-centered techniques that decrease regression and resistance in therapy.

Cost: $245 plus HST

For more information contact Solutions On Site at 519-640-2030 or Visit www.SOSWorkshops.ca for details