AEDP Therapy

What is AEDP Therapy?

AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) is an empirically supported model that provides clients with corrective emotional and relational experiences that mobilize changes in the brain. It helps them process the overwhelming emotions associated with trauma in a way that facilitates corrective emotional and relational experiences that mobilize changes in the brain.

Crisis and suffering provide opportunities to awaken extraordinary capacities that otherwise might lie dormant, unknown and untapped. The AEDP model is about experientially making the most of these opportunities for both trauma processing and healing transformation. Key to the therapeutic action of AEDP is the undoing of aloneness and thus, the co-creation of a therapeutic relationship experienced as both safe haven and secure base where transformational healing can occur. Through the undoing of aloneness, and the in-depth processing of difficult emotional and relational experiences, the AEDP clinician fosters the emergence of new and healing experiences for the patient, and with them resources, resilience and a renewed zest for life.

Here are some ways in which AEDP differs from other therapies:

  1. Emphasis on experiential work: AEDP places a strong emphasis on creating and processing emotional experiences in therapy. It encourages clients to explore and express their emotions in a safe and supportive environment, leading to deep emotional healing

  2. Focus on attachment: AEDP recognizes the importance of secure attachment in healing emotional wounds. Therapists actively work to create a secure and attuned therapeutic relationship, providing a safe base for clients to explore and process their emotions.

  3. Transformational stance: AEDP aims to facilitate transformative experiences for clients by helping them access and integrate previously avoided or repressed emotions. It focuses on helping clients move from a state of suffering to a state of thriving and flourishing.

  4. Relational and somatic focus: AEDP recognizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, and emotions. Therapists pay attention to both verbal and non-verbal cues, including somatic experiences, to help clients access and process emotions and a deeper level.

  5. Positive affective neuroscience: AEDP draws on the research and understanding of positive affective neuroscience which explores the impact of positive emotions on the brain and overall well-being. It incorporates techniques to enhance positive emotions and resilience.

How is AEDP different from other therapies?

Who can benefit from AEDP?

AEDP can benefit a wide range of individuals who are seeking emotional healing and personal growth. Here are some examples of people who may find AEDP helpful:

  • Individuals with trauma

  • Individuals with attachment issues

  • Individuals with anxiety and depression

  • Individuals with relationship difficulties

  • Individuals seeking personal growth

Mansio clinicians who are trained in AEDP:

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