Trauma Recovery Program
The Trauma Recovery Program is a 12-week, closed group. The program is geared towards people experiencing trauma-related intrusive memories, flashbacks, and nightmares. The program has two stages. Stage one is focused on preparation (education, coping skills, social support, etc.) for the processing of traumatic memories (five weeks). After completing the stage one group, patients can choose to continue on to the stage two portion of the program (7 weeks). During stage two, patients process traumatic memories using a group-based EMDR protocol. Groups meet three days a week for one hour. All groups are in person. Ages 18 and older only.
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Who is this program for?
This program is for people living with unresolved trauma.
People with unresolved trauma experience intrusive memories related to past overwhelming experiences and notice a distressing impact on emotions, behaviors and relationships.
Trauma recovery typically happens in stages. Stage one trauma recovery work is focused on safe coping and preparation for working more directly on traumatic memories. Stage two trauma recovery work is focused on integrating specific traumatic memories.
Group structure
Stage one group meets three times per week for five weeks and focuses on education, safe coping, and social support.
After stage one group is complete, participants are more prepared for stage two trauma recovery work, which can be done by continuing with the group or in individual therapy.
The trauma support program is for ages 18+ only. All groups meet in person.
Source: Allina Health Mental Health and Addiction Services
Reviewed by: Carrie Chomicz, PsyD LP
First published: 8/9/2024
Last reviewed: 8/9/2024