Changing Emotion with Emotion

Femke Jonker shares her expertise on recognizing and supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. She highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis through IQ and adaptive functioning assessments, emphasizing the role of social and emotional functioning in treatment. The discussion explores tailored intervention strategies, providing valuable insights on ensuring individuals receive the appropriate care and support they need.

A family shares their experiences in therapy, addressing issues like depression and video game addiction. Gail Palmer explores the parents' relationship and attachment history, while family members express their feelings about dynamics, emphasizing fun and fairness. They discuss communication challenges and the need for emotional support. The therapy aims to foster understanding, improve relationships, and create a supportive environment for open discussions about emotions.

Discover key insights from Gail Palmer’s series on Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT): - Learn how to check in on emotions and address unspoken feelings. - Understand the impact of isolation and ways to foster closeness. - Explore how early experiences shape self-sufficiency and independence. - See how past experiences affect communication and collaboration. - Discover the role of openness in strengthening family bonds. - Identify and change unhealthy relational cycles to improve family dynamics.

Gail Palmer sits down with families to explore the complexities of their relationships. Conversations touch on bringing family members closer, parental hopes for their children, and the role of trust and communication. Language preferences and emotional expression are discussed, while children share their feelings of connection and parents reflect on their involvement. Through shared experiences and suggested family activities, the importance of quality time and a supportive environment becomes clear, fostering stronger bonds and a sense of security.

Emotionally focused family therapy (EFT) strengthens family relationships by enhancing attachment between parents and children. It follows three stages: increasing parental responsiveness, helping children express vulnerability, and consolidating changes. The EFT Tango, a structured method, guides therapists in processing emotions and initiating new conversations. Emotions play a key role in communication, highlighting the importance of parents expressing their feelings to support their children effectively.

A patient confronts social phobia through a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and virtual reality. He shares his anxiety about social situations, especially when pressured to drink. During a role play, he practices refusing a beer, monitoring his anxiety levels. Afterward, he reflects on the experience's realism and intensity. The session highlights the effectiveness of virtual reality in therapy and the need to tackle underlying anxieties.

In this introduction, David Bernstein and Limor Navot explain how forensic schema therapy was developed, how it works, the research supporting it, and how therapists apply it in practice.

In this introduction, David Bernstein and Limor Navot explain how forensic schema therapy was developed, how it works, the research supporting it, and how therapists apply it in practice.

In this roleplay, Limor Navot demonstrates chairwork with Richard (played by David Bernstein), a patient with narcissistic personality disorder and paranoid traits. She illustrates how to identify modes and integrate them through chairwork.

In this roleplay, David treats Jerry, an inmate recently involved in a violent incident. He uses modes and mode cards to reflect with Jerry on what happened and explore his behavior.

This video explores Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), a therapeutic approach that views emotions as central to human experience. EFT helps clients become aware of, accept, and transform their emotions. The therapy combines following the client’s emotional process with guiding them through tasks like resolving unresolved feelings or self-criticism. By focusing on bodily responses and synthesizing emotions (e.g., turning shame into healthy anger), EFT fosters deep emotional change. The process is non-linear, emphasizing experiential over intellectual understanding, and aims to help clients transform core painful emotions.

In this video, Les Greenberg demonstrates Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) with Marcel, a patient who struggles with a pleasing attitude. Marcel discusses how he often stays quiet, especially around dominant individuals, and avoids expressing his true thoughts. In the first session, he also addresses his relationship with his mother, exploring its impact on his behavior. Throughout the session, Greenberg guides Marcel in unpacking these issues and shares key takeaways for therapists on how to approach similar dynamics in their own practice.

Masterclass 1: The development of EFT and relational empathy for deepening affect Rhonda Goldman is a renowned expert in the field of Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). She has extensive experience in developing and teaching therapeutic approaches that focus on deepening affect and relational empathy. Her insights and knowledge will help us develop a deep understanding of EFT and the importance of empathy in therapy practice.

ADHD – often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and mistreated. This masterclass provides the latest updates on effective ADHD management. Prof. Cortese covers: - The evolution of ADHD medications and insights from clinical trials - Pharmacological vs. non-pharmacological treatments: what works (and what doesn’t) - The impact of parent training on treatment outcomes - How trauma influences ADHD symptoms

In the first therapy session, Dr. Elisabeth Kaiser meets patient Willemijn, who has been referred to her because she is struggling with mental health issues. During this initial session, Elisabeth gets to know Willemijn through a questionnaire to gain insight into her background and current emotional state. Elisabeth compares this process to visiting a general practitioner to identify the origins of specific symptoms. This is to find out where her trauma(s) are coming from.

In this second session, Elisabeth starts by asking Willemijn how she feels after their first session to assess its impact on her. Following this, they begin to lay out Willemijn's lifeline. Symbols are used in the lifeline to describe situations, such as stones (unpleasant events), flowers (beautiful events), sticks (harm done to someone), and candles (loss of loved ones).

In this video, Sandra Kooij explores the future of ADHD treatments in adults, addressing new developments in the field.

In this roleplay, psychotherapist Remco van der Wijngaart demonstrates the chair excercise using three different chairs and client roles. He also shows how to do this technique online.

Masterclass 3: Markers and Tasks - Dealing with self-criticism, self-interruption, and unresolved issues. Psyflix presents the Person-Centered Experiential Therapy Masterclass Series: 'Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)' As a speaker and instructor, Imke Herrmann has conducted masterclasses and workshops worldwide, sharing her knowledge and expertise with other mental health professionals.

In this video, Sandra Kooij explains the diagnostic assessment of ADHD in adults using the DIVA 5 (Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults). She covers the history of the DIVA, the setup of the interview, and how to present it to patients. Additionally, she delves into the structure of the interview, provides sample questions, and shares key insights to ensure a smooth and informative diagnostic process.

During the Grief Tapes we focus on recognizing and treating grief. In this studio series you will see how Prof. Dr. Paul Boelen treats a patient and how exposure can help with grief.

In this fourth session, Ad first briefly goes through the traumatic memories with Lisanne, to see what the current SUD scores are. From fierce arguments to abuse, every traumatic memory is dealt with and by the end Lisanne is able to convincingly say: “I can handle it” and “I'm worth it”.

Ad and Lisanne review the memories they worked on in the previous sessions. The SUD of these memories have decreased remarkably. Next, they focus on the memories related to a negative self-image, such as the belief “I am not okay”. Together they can conclude positively with “I am self-aware”.

In this first session of the therapy you will see how a treatment is started in APT by making contact and looking together for concrete goals for the therapy.

In this mid-stage session of therapy, Anne enters the therapy in a furious. The therapist recognizes this as the Angry Child mode salvage with accumulated hurt from her past. The corrective collective experience is now not to limit the but within safe limits that allow the boostness to express itself, eventually calming Anne down. The therapist then guides Anne through an imagery exercise. At the end of the session, Anne is more in her healthy adult mode.

This session is in the final phase of the treatment. After nearly 2 years of therapy, the therapist and patient work to strengthen the patient's healthy adult side by reflecting on what they learned in therapy and looking ahead to the post-treatment period.

In the second session, Katy tells Pnin that they won't delve fully into the details of the traumas he has experienced just yet, and instead, they will first outline a complete lifeline of his entire life. Symbols are used in the lifeline to describe situations, such as stones (unpleasant events), flowers (beautiful events), sticks (harm done to someone), and candles (loss of loved ones).

With Esther Haaijema, Wendy Weijts and Valentyna Parobii

On November 30 and December 7, Psyflix hosted 2 master classes given by experts Anneke Vinke and Dr. Julie Selwyn on the specific issues that can accompany adoption, how to recognize it and how to discuss/treat it. Adoption is a niche topic and these women make it accessible and tangible for us in the therapy room. This is part one of this wonderful series.

On November 30 and December 7, Psyflix hosted 2 master classes given by experts Anneke Vinke and Dr. Julie Selwyn (English) on the specific issues that can accompany adoption, how to recognize it and how to discuss/treat it. Adoption is a niche topic and these women make it accessible and tangible for us in the therapy room. This is part two of this wonderful series.

In this webinar, prof. dr. Geert van Hove, Kamiel Zijderveld, and Rianne Dekker tell us more about how to treat patients who have a mental disability. They explain how you can give this group of patients therapy in an online setting, and the important points to keep in mind when doing so.

With Arjan Videler

Hanneke Schaap provides an introduction to the scientific basis of the role of religion and meaning in the treatment of psychological issues. Additionally, she offers clear guidelines for religion and meaning-sensitive treatment.

Mental health challenges among adolescents in the UK, and many other countries, have surged over the past decade, with a particularly sharp rise among teenage girls. One factor that stands out is the rapid increase in social media usage, with currently 87% of UK teens aged 12-15 active on these platforms (Ofcom survey, 2022). While the debate on causation continues, numerous studies point to a significant link between social media use and mental health issues. Social media can offer community and connection, but it can also have a darker side. In this insightful masterclass, Dr Jon Goldin will delve into both the risks and benefits of social media on the mental health of young people. He will explore: - The potential detrimental effects of social media - The benefits of online social engagement - How to recognize the impact of social media on patients - Strategies to mitigate negative effects

This presentation examines the complex relationship between addiction and criminal law, particularly focusing on culpability in cases of intoxication. It discusses how various jurisdictions handle prior fault rules and the challenges faced by defendants with mental disorders or substance use issues. The role of behavioral experts is highlighted, emphasizing their impact on judicial decisions regarding addiction and culpability.

In this roleplay, Limor treats Jerry, an inmate who becomes angry with the therapist. She uses empathic confrontation and the stop technique to help him recognize that his bully and attack modes do not help him meet his needs.

Bram van der Boom interviews David Bernstein and Limor Navot.

In this roleplay, Limor Navot en prof. dr. David Bernstein demonstrate how to deal with the self-aggrandizer modus and agression as part of a narcisistic personality disorder using schematherapeutic techniques.

In this roleplay, Odette Brand and Remco van de Wijngaart demonstrate imagery rescripting, a technique often applied in schematherapy to reduce negative emotions associated with negative early childhood experiences.

In this role-play, Josette ten Have works with the patient to uncover the emotional neglect she experienced in her past and helps her get in touch with the painful emotions this caused in her.

After undergoing two months of therapy, a crucial session unfolds where the patient's emotions flare up, directed at the therapist. The catalyst for this outburst is the news of Frank's upcoming two-week absence, during which another therapist will be taking over. Throughout the session, Frank adeptly handles the patient's anger and unravels the underlying issue—the deep-seated fear of abandonment. Superficial reassurances prove ineffective in addressing this profound concern.

This is the first session after Frank went away for 2 weeks. 6 months after therapy began. At the beginning of this session, Indie seems to be doing well. It also emerges that Indie has been using cocaine and seems to dismiss this as a minor slip-up.

In this roleplay, David treats Jerry, an inmate who was recently involved in a violent incident. He uses empathic confrontation to help Jerry see that his conning manipulator mode works against him rather than helping him.

In this third webinar in the ISTDP series, Josette ten Have - de Labije explains how ISTDP can be used to treat persistent depression and emotional neglect. She also explains the meaning of the human-animal attachment. She explains these concepts in depth, how they relate to ach other, and how ISTDP can be effectively applied.

In this role-play, José Verpoort works with a patient suffering from depression. José demonstrates how she deals with anxiety symptoms that show up in the patient during their first session together.

In this director's cut, Agnes van Minnen explains the rationale of imaginal exposure and exposure in vivo. She illustrates the protocol using the two sessions she had with Victoria. She shows that at the beginning and at the end of the session she is attentive to the feelings it evokes in the patients. During the imaginal exposure and exposure in vivo, she is primarily a coach on behavior to subvert the fear idea.

In this video Else shows you how to make a leg cataleptic. We follow Maaike, who has had FND symptoms for 12 years. Important in this is patience.

In this video, Sandra Kooij explains the diagnostic assessment of ADHD in adults using the DIVA 5 (Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults). She covers the history of the DIVA, the setup of the interview, and how to present it to patients. Additionally, she delves into the structure of the interview, provides sample questions, and shares key insights to ensure a smooth and informative diagnostic process.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a common but disruptive condition that can significantly impact daily life. Dr. Lynne Drummond will explore how to recognize symptoms, understand the nature of intrusive thoughts and compulsions, and discuss the modern treatment options available.

In this second session of the BEPP series, prof. dr. Berthold Gersons shows how to guide a patient through an imaginal exposure.

In this third session of the BEPP series, prof. dr. Berthold Gersons shows how to use writing and memorable objects in BEPP therapy, the help a patient process their trauma.

Femke has PTSD and experiences difficulties with target selection.

In this second session of the Trauma Tapes, Ruud Jongedijk draws the lifeline from birth to the present with Victoria in which both stones (traumas) and flowers (beautiful memories) have a place. At the end of the session they make a picture of this lifeline together. -Dutch with English subtitles-

In this director's cut, Agnes van Minnen explains the rationale of imaginal exposure and exposure in vivo. She illustrates the protocol using the two sessions she had with Victoria. She shows that at the beginning and at the end of the session she is attentive to the feelings it evokes in the patients. During the imaginal exposure and exposure in vivo, she is primarily a coach on behavior to subvert the fear idea.

During this session, Laurian Hafkemeijer gives you more insight into her choices as a therapist, illustrated by clips of important tipping points in the therapy sessions with Lisanne.

After a full week of healing sessions, Ad and Lisanne sit down together for the 10th session. With a short review of all Lisanne has accomplished so far and memories that are recalled during this session, Lisanne notices that a great awareness has arisen. She comes into her own strength and discovers her self-confidence.

In the first therapy session, Dr. Elisabeth Kaiser meets patient Willemijn, who has been referred to her because she is struggling with mental health issues. During this initial session, Elisabeth gets to know Willemijn through a questionnaire to gain insight into her background and current emotional state. Elisabeth compares this process to visiting a general practitioner to identify the origins of specific symptoms. This is to find out where her trauma(s) are coming from.

ISTDP stands for Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy. The essence of ISTDP is about gaining insight into and experiencing emotions, desires and needs, the fears that are associated with experiencing these, and the defense mechanisms that are in place against these fears. Usually these originate from painful experiences in childhood related to insecure attachment and unsafe striving for autonomy. In this webinar, prof. dr. Allan Abbass will show us different applications of ISTDP with mild to complex personality dysfunction. Special attention is given to applying this short-term therapy in an online setting.

In this webinar, prof. dr. Geert van Hove, Kamiel Zijderveld, and Rianne Dekker tell us more about how to treat patients who have a mental disability. They explain how you can give this group of patients therapy in an online setting, and the important points to keep in mind when doing so.

In this webinar prof. dr. Vikram Patel from Harvard University shares insight into the contribution of telehealth to global mental health through facilitating in the global dermand of psychotherapy.

In this series, you will learn about the existing and future clinical applications of VR. In this first masterclass, Albert "Skip" Rizzo will explain what virtual reality is and how it can be used for therapeutic purposes. A number of previews from existing VR applications will be shown.

In this series, you will learn about the existing and future clinical applications of VR. In this second masterclass, Skip Rizzo will show us ways in which virtual reality can be used as part of PTSD treatment. He will also show ways in which VR can help patients suffering from chronic pain.

In this demonstration prof. dr. Wim Veling introduces nature sceneries through virtual reality, aimed to help a client fully relax.

This demonstration of online psychodynamic group therapy by Haim Weinberg en Bram van der Boom illustrates the course of the group dynamics. They also show how to adequately intervene through more extensive application of imagination and by specifically pointing out patients' facial expressions.

In this masterclass, you'll gain insight into some of the most innovative and unusual techniques used in psychotherapy today. Drawing on his extensive experience as a clinician and researcher, Dr. Akhtar will guide you through a range of interventions designed to help you better connect with your clients and achieve lasting change. From psychodrama and bibliotherapy to music and dance therapy, this masterclass covers a wide range of approaches that you can use to engage with clients and help them overcome their challenges.

In this roleplay, Limor Navot en prof. dr. David Bernstein demonstrate how to deal with the self-aggrandizer modus and agression as part of a narcisistic personality disorder using schematherapeutic techniques.

In this roleplay Dr. Suzanne Levy shows how to discuss the attachment problems underlying behavioral problems of the adolescent. The roleplay involves a conversation between father, son and mother with the therapist in the lead.

Jelle Troelstra, psychiatrist, elaborates on the treatment of sex offenders. A partnership between Psyflix and NIFP.

In this second MDFT session with the parents alone, expert Howard Liddle addresses the infidelity of the father in the family, how it affects the relationship and the raising of their daughter. This session is aimed at restoration of the family.

In this video, the eighth session is shown where Hendrik's symptoms have worsened. You can see how Kim de Jong discusses this with the patient in a role-play.

In this video, Esther demonstrates how to properly conduct a phone consultation, which means: she calls the therapist before she harms herself.

In this video, Dr. Leanne Campbell provides a comprehensive introduction to Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT). She discusses the history and development of this therapeutic approach, walks you through the different phases, and explains how EFIT contributes to strengthening emotional connections and resilience. Additionally, she offers a unique insight into her practice by showcasing several sessions with her own clients, bringing the theory to life in practice.

In this roleplay, Limor treats Jerry, an inmate who becomes angry with the therapist. She uses empathic confrontation and the stop technique to help him recognize that his bully and attack modes do not help him meet his needs.

In this roleplay, prof. dr. Ad Kerkhof demonstrates how to explore suicidal ideation and help prevent clients from dying by suicide.

In this roleplay, Limor Navot en prof. dr. David Bernstein demonstrate how to deal with the self-aggrandizer modus and agression as part of a narcisistic personality disorder using schematherapeutic techniques.

In this roleplay, prof. dr. David Bernstein en Limor Navot demonstrate dealing with the 'detached mode' as part of borderline personality disorder using schematherapeutic techniques.

In this roleplay, prof. dr. Anthony Bateman demonstrates how to assist clients in the 'pretend mode' by tackling the low level of mentalisation.

In this roleplay, psychotherapist Remco van der Wijngaart demonstrates the chair excercise using three different chairs and client roles. He also shows how to do this technique online.

In this role-play, the patient, Mrs. Kuiper, makes it clear that she is concerned that her daughter might have severe mood swings. Esther Mesman explains the Prospective life chart and asks Mrs. Kuiper to keep track of daughter Sanne's various behavioral patterns.

During the Grief Tapes we focus on recognizing and treating grief. In this studio series you will see how Dr. Geert Smid treats a patient live and applies grief therapy (BEPP-TG). With Geert Smid, Mr. Moto and Bram van der Boom

During the Grief Tapes we focus on recognizing and treating grief. In this studio series, you'll see how Prof. Dr. Paul Boelen treats a patient and how cognitive restructuring can help process her loss and reduce her feelings of guilt.

This e-learning is based on a webinar with dr. Guy Diamond, dr. Suzanne Levy, and Christel Bouwens. In this e-learning, you will learn more about Attachment Based Family Treatment. You will also be given examples from theory and practice that you can use in your own therapy with clients.

In this demonstration dr. Suzanne Levy assists to convert initial treatment goals into applicable relationship goals for Attachment Based Family Treatment (ABFT).

With Pieternel Dijkstra, Aerjen Tamminga, and Bram van der Boom

In the second video, Dr. Marlene Best and Dr. Sue Johnson look at a couple where both individuals have not yet been able to process their past trauma. For example, Lisa has a past where she was sexually and emotionally abused. How do you restructure the bond between these two individuals? Watch Dr. Marlene Best get started and apply EFT during this session.

The Science of Sex in Long-Term Relationships In this talk, sex educator Emily Nagoski describes a transformative approach to “low desire.” Based on the most current science, this talk offers three actionable ideas for helping clients sustain (or rebuild!) a sexual connection in a long-term relationship by shifting focus from desire to pleasure and strategies to co-create it.

In this session, Dr. Leanne Campbell delves deeper into the third phase of the Tango, emphasizing the importance of dealing with grief and loss in the context of trauma. She discusses how these themes are approached in EFIT and highlights how growth is an ongoing process. Nina is encouraged not only to process her loss but also to embrace the journey toward personal development and resilience, which are central to EFIT.

Gail Palmer sits down with families to explore the complexities of their relationships. Conversations touch on bringing family members closer, parental hopes for their children, and the role of trust and communication. Language preferences and emotional expression are discussed, while children share their feelings of connection and parents reflect on their involvement. Through shared experiences and suggested family activities, the importance of quality time and a supportive environment becomes clear, fostering stronger bonds and a sense of security.

Discover key insights from Gail Palmer’s series on Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT): - Learn how to check in on emotions and address unspoken feelings. - Understand the impact of isolation and ways to foster closeness. - Explore how early experiences shape self-sufficiency and independence. - See how past experiences affect communication and collaboration. - Discover the role of openness in strengthening family bonds. - Identify and change unhealthy relational cycles to improve family dynamics.