• Dr Simon Hatcher on Narrative Exposure Therapy for Complex PTSD

  • Jan 2 2025
  • Length: 52 mins
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Dr Simon Hatcher on Narrative Exposure Therapy for Complex PTSD

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  • Exploring Narrative Exposure Therapy for PTSD and Complex Trauma In this episode of The Flex Factor, host Dave Hesidence, associate of Ottawa River Integrative Mental Health and director of the Therapy Research Center at the University of Ottawa, introduces Dr. Simon Hatcher, interim chair of the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Ottawa and a practicing psychiatrist at the Ottawa Hospital. Dr. Hatcher discusses narrative exposure therapy (NET), focusing on its effectiveness in treating complex PTSD and survivors of multiple traumatic events, especially those affected by organized and political violence. The discussion covers the foundations of NET, its application in low-income settings, the importance of restructuring traumatic memories, and practical steps for therapists, including drawing lifelines and processing memories. Real-life examples, patient interactions, and the therapy’s suitability for different populations are also explored. 00:00 Introduction to The Flex Factor Podcast 00:48 Meet Dr. Simon Hatcher 02:56 Understanding Narrative Exposure Therapy 07:07 The Science Behind PTSD and Memory 10:40 Implementing Narrative Exposure Therapy 13:44 The Lifeline Technique in NET 18:01 Therapist's Role and Techniques in NET 21:08 Final Steps and Reflections in NET 26:44 Legal Applications of Narration 27:05 Treatment Planning and Endings 27:42 Managing Dissociation in NET 28:09 Challenges of Virtual Therapy 29:06 Overview of NET 29:37 Questions and Answers 36:52 Comparing NET and EMDR 40:21 Training and Implementation 50:31 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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