Workshop Overview

EmotionAid® is a 5-step training method, for self-regulation or emotional first aid to others. It comprises of a toolkit of methods and products for practising, learning and teaching EmotionAid®. 

The Introducing the EmotionAid® Protocol online workshop explores the EmotionAid® toolkit which was developed by Dr. Cathy Lawi, PhD, PCC. 

EmotionAid® is an evidence-based 5-step protocol founded on a somatic, cutting-edge set of tools from Somatic Experiencing® and the latest developments in brain research. Somatic Experiencing® is an approach to therapeutic care that is grounded in the body. It works by helping the individual create an awareness of their body, specifically their inner physical sensations, as this is where stress and trauma are held. The goal is to create this awareness and work towards releasing this stress from the body.  

This CPD workshop introduces participants to the EmotionAid® Protocol so they can understand the neurophysiology of stress and trauma and how it is held in the body.  

The workshop explores trauma and healing from a Somatic Experiencing® sensations point of view and teaches participants how to manage and release anxiety, burnout, stress, and trauma. 

Participants can use the EmotionAid® 5 Step protocol for themselves in their personal capacity or in therapeutic practice with clients. 

Certification

This CPD workshop has been designed for mental health professionals who want to gain specific knowledge in the EmotionAid® Protocol.

The certificate serves as evidence of your new skills and knowledge and can be used to demonstrate your commitment to professional development. Attend a live online session, or watch the recording, and complete an online reading and assessment.

HPCSA registered professionals will receive 3 CPD points [3 CEU Continuing Education Units points] upon successful completion of the workshop.

Workshop Presenters

Karen Ray Cohen

Karen Cohen is a lifelong learner who holds an Honours Degree in Psychology. She is an EmotionAid® Practitioner and Facilitator, who is highly driven and passionate about mental health and wellbeing.  

Karen has ten years of experience as a Life and Leadership Coach, trains and facilitates in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Learning and Development (L&D) arena and volunteers as a mental health and well-being counsellor. 

She has a special interest in the mind and body, emotional intelligence, soft skills, neuropsychology, mindfulness and emotional regulation, to support stress, anxiety and trauma. 

Romi Kaplan

Romi Kaplan is a UK-trained psychotherapist (Middlesex and Oxford University) with a background in humanitarian aid. She has specialised in trauma theory (NATAL, TAU) and PTSD (Harvard University), working with counsellors and non-profit workers in the humanitarian field.  

In 2019 Romi co-founded the Counselling Hub in Woodstock as a site that offers equal access to mental health services.  

Romi believes innovation in the mental health sector is essential and getting to know about our emotional wellbeing. She currently gives workshops on Self Care and Vicarious Trauma for NGO workers. 

Register with SACAP Global

Register on the SACAP Global website to join this workshop.