History
The "Transforming Power of Effect", written by Diana Fosha, was the first publication on AEDP, which was published in 2000 as a hallmark publication in the field of therapeutic intervention that focuses on healing psychological distress and improving overall mental fortitude.The rigorous short-term dynamic psychotherapy created by Davanloo and Malan is where AEDP got its start. Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)-inspired techniques like "the triangle of conflict" and "portrayals" are used in AEDP. Dr. Diana Fosha created this ground-breaking technique, which has resonances with numerous fields and origins in attachment theory, emotional neuroscience, and body-focused methodologies.
Focus theme / core-concept
The core concept of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) centers around facilitating emotional healing and transformation by promoting a deep, authentic, and accelerated exploration of clients' emotional experiences, reducing defenses, and nurturing the development of secure attachment, ultimately leading to lasting positive change in both emotional well-being and relationships.
Benefits
Reduction of Defenses: Clients experience reduced emotional barriers and a greater sense of openness with the help of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP).
Positive Neuroplasticity: AEDP therapist helps in rewiring the brain for positivity which leads to more constructive emotional responses.
Holistic Integration: The integration of mind-body techniques which promotes a more comprehensive approach to healing is provided by Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)
Improved Well-Being: Clients report an overall enhancement in psychological well-being, including reduced symptoms of psychological distress while taking online counselling that focuses on AEDP.
Lasting Change: AEDP aims to bring about lasting, transformative change, improving clients' overall quality of life.
Goals
Emotional Healing: AEDP helps to facilitate the healing of emotional setbacks and past traumas.
Enhanced Emotional Resilience: AEDP therapy strives to help clients build greater emotional resilience and adaptability.
Accelerated Growth: Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) seeks to expedite personal growth and positive change in therapy.
Deepened Emotional Experience: AEDP therapist encourages clients to explore and express their emotions more fully.
Strengthened Attachment: AEDP works to improve clients' relationships by addressing attachment issues.
Techniques
- Affirmation/Validation
- Tracking Fluctuations in Openness vs. Defensiveness
- Facilitating Genuine Affective Experience
- Aiming for Specificity and Detail
- Meta- therapeutic Procesing
- Facilitating the Mourning Process
- Reflection
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