Designed for: EMDR-trained therapists, consultees, and clinical supervisors
Use this tool to: Identify dissociation patterns (intrusion, disconnection, parts-based activation) and select targeted preparation strategies in real time
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About the Quick Guide
This quick guide is a condensed, in-session version of the Dissociation Pattern Tracker & Clinical Guide. It is designed for use when dissociation appears during preparation or activation and immediate clinical direction is needed. Rather than working through a full tracking and interpretation process, this guide provides a streamlined way to recognize dissociation patterns and link them directly to a preparation focus. It includes common clinical indicators and corresponding stabilization strategies, allowing clinicians to respond efficiently without interrupting the flow of the session. Designed as a companion to the full Pattern Tracker, this resource supports rapid recognition and real-time clinical decision-making during EMDR Phase 2. How This Differs from the Full Pattern Tracker The Dissociation Pattern Tracker & Clinical Guide provides a more detailed framework for observing, differentiating, and interpreting dissociation patterns over time. This Quick Guide is designed for in-session use, offering a simplified structure for rapid recognition and immediate intervention. Both tools are designed to be used together: the full guide supports deeper clinical understanding, while the quick guide supports real-time application. For professional use only. This tool is not a substitute for supervision or consultation.