Many trauma survivors including service members and veterans struggle with trauma-related feelings of guilt, shame, and anger. Assisting clients to process these emotions is a key aspect of most evidence-based models of PTSD treatment, although there is some debate about which models are most effective for processing different kinds of emotions. In this panel discussion, subject matter experts will compare and contrast three different theoretical models for conceptualizing and addressing problems related to guilt, shame, and anger: Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy, and Brief Dynamic Therapy. This discussion will be followed by commentary from David Riggs, Ph.D., and questions from the audience.
For a brief summary of the presentation, check out the Bottom Line, Up Front (B.L.U.F.) below!
Learning Objectives:
After this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Assess the rationale for addressing shame, guilt, and anger from the perspectives of Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy, and Brief Dynamic Therapy.
- Differentiate between Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy, and Brief Dynamic Therapy in how each addresses trauma-related shame, guilt, and anger.
- Evaluate the core elements of Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy, and Brief Dynamic Therapy for addressing trauma-related shame, guilt, and anger.