The curriculum comprises 7 basic modules (140 units in total) and three in-depth modules, two of which are offered by the LMU (16 units).
The content is based on the current state of the art in the treatment of trauma-related disorders.
At the beginning, theoretical and empirical basics of trauma disorders, in particular post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), are taught. The first module also covers the legal aspects that can play a role in therapy with traumatized patients as well as an examination of diagnostics and differential diagnostics.
In the further course of the curriculum, the treatment of trauma-related disorders is presented, including techniques for shaping relationships and activating resources, dealing with strong emotions and emotion regulation, the treatment of acute trauma-related disorders and crisis intervention, the treatment of non-complex PTSD and the treatment of complex trauma-related disorders including dissociative disorders. The focus will be on different variants of cognitive behavioral therapy. In addition, participants will also gain an insight into EMDR, the concept of gentle (resource-oriented) trauma therapy and innovative developments in trauma therapy.
In all modules, the content is taught in a practical manner, in which video and case studies, model role plays by the lecturers and practical exercises in small groups play a central role.
All modules are led by experts in the respective subject areas. In addition, the training group is supervised throughout by Prof. Dr. Thomas Ehring.
