The EMDR SIG (Special Interest Group) was founded to enhance the understanding and application of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy within an integrative treatment framework, especially when working with complex trauma, dissociation, and dissociative disorders. By tackling challenges together, offering mutual support, and contributing to the broader community, our SIG fosters a collaborative […]
Regional Online Communities
Ontario Regional Online Community Update
The Ontario Regional Online Community (ROC) is now in its fourth year, having formed as the first ROC within ISSTD in 2020. Stretching across the large province of Ontario, Canada, we consistently connect 30+ members, seeking to increase the presence of ISSTD in Ontario in order to further dialogue, knowledge, research, and training on the […]
Scientific Committee
Scientific Committee Update
The Scientific Committee serves as the executive committee of the scientific area of ISSTD – advising the Board and other committees on all matters of science, research, and further development of theory and clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of complex trauma and dissociative disorders. We are involved in all strategic endeavors and […]
Volunteer Opportunity Spotlight
Become a Member Benefit Video Project Coordinator
This month’s Volunteer Position Spotlight shines on the opportunity to become a Member Benefit Video Project Coordinator! We are looking for someone to assist our staff in producing a video series tailored for new members. This series will serve as a guide to navigating ISSTD platforms and maximizing their membership perks. In this role, you […]
Donate to ISSTD
Thank You to Those who Have Donated to ISSTD in 2024!
When you donate to ISSTD, you are actively supporting ISSTD’s mission and contributing towards furthering education and research within the field of trauma and dissociation. ISSTD has five different funds you can choose to support; the General Fund, the David Caul Fund, the Fridley Fund, the Research and Education Fund, and the Goodwin Educational Fund. […]
Publications of Interest
Working with Ongoing Trauma or Risk
I was inspired by the recent McMaugh and colleagues (2024) article on working with continuing incestuous abuse to look for more research into best practice when working with survivors who are still being accessed by their perpetrators. Unfortunately, I found very little recent research in this area, which I suppose testifies to the bravery of […]
Journal of Trauma & Dissociation
JTD Table of Contents (June 2024)
Volume 25, Issue 4Volume 25, Issue 3Volume 25, Issue 2Volume 25, Issue 1 Volume 24, Issue 5Volume 24, Issue 4Volume 24, Issue 3Volume 24, Issue 2Volume 24, Issue 1 Discover articles trending on Altmetric in the last 3 months Are you interested in auto publication alerts?To set up a quick and easy way to get […]
Letter From The President
ISSTD Regional Conferences
As I have written in the past, ISSTD has grown into a multi-faceted professional society with a wide range of projects and initiatives happening simultaneously. I believe a good example of this is the notification that registration has opened for our Regional Conference in Washington, DC, on October 25-26 at The Hilton, Arlington, with the […]
News You Can Use
News You Can Use – May 2024
Welcome to ISSTD’s New Members in May! Professional MembersMalgosia MannSandra StokesCatherine BylettMalgosia MannSandra StokesCatherine BylettLauren DiazRobert PeacockAndrea MorleyAriana Zeppieri-MakhanVivienne LivingstoneErick Sandstad Professional Members ContinuedAndrea AddieStudent MembersAnnie-Lori JosephRachel Floyd Emerging Professional MembersLisa DykstraAnnette TowlerDerek Van DalenDanielle DicentioChloe Rovitz Do you have news ISSTD members can use? Please share your news with us! We need your help […]
Committee Update
EMDR Therapy Training Committee Update
The EMDR Therapy Training Committee was charged by ISSTD’s Board of Directors to maintain, update, manage, and teach ISSTD’s EMDR therapy basic training and other long-form EMDR therapy courses offered by the Society. The committee has also maintained a loose collaborative relationship with ISSTD’s EMDR Special Interest Group (SIG) to develop and promote periodic webinars […]