EMDR and Trauma Therapy inside a war zone: Ukraine w/ Dr. Joshua Kreimeyer [Episode 140]

Dr. Joshua Kreimeyer PhD and Paul Krauss MA LPC discuss Dr. Kreimeyer's work training clinicians and providing EMDR and other trauma-informed therapies in Ukraine, right now, even as the war between Ukraine and Russia rages on. Learn about Dr. Kreimeyer's mission and how he is collaborating with the Ukrainian government and the United Nations to build programs with an outstanding level of care.

Dr. Kreimeyer began his career in the military as a cryptologic linguist before transitioning into counseling. He has worked in various settings, including community clinics, private practice, and the VA. He holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and has taught in graduate programs such as Colorado Christian University. Dr. Kreimeyer has been involved in international work, helping to develop trauma-informed counseling programs in Ukraine and serving as a contractor with the UN. He is a member of the American Counseling Association's International Association for Resilience and Trauma Counseling.

The Ukrainе Institute of Traumatherapy, was created to help veterans and their family members to achieve optimal well-being & adjustment as the war continues or after their service has been completed. We are also focused on helping women and children who suffered from war. This includes mental, physical, spiritual, occupational, and social wellness as well as family life. Our mission is also to educate other professionals in the application of cutting-edge approaches and standards of traumatherapy. The war has been continuing for over 10 years and many soldiers, veterans, women, and children are in need of help today. In addition, we need to be ready to help the 3 million veterans returning home after they have completed their service in the future. Also see their other site: The Center of Psychological Counseling & Traumatherapy Open Doors: Providing US Standards of Care in Ukraine.

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