THERAPEUTIC FLY-FISHING WITH EMDR (TF-EMDR)℠ & THE SEIYU-ZURI METHOD℠

"EVENTUALLY, ALL THINGS MERGE INTO ONE AND A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT" - MACLEAN

CASTING AWAY THE WEIGHT OF TRAUMA

CWW & Seiyu IHT are the home of Therapeutic Fly-fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR)℠, developed and as published by Clinical Director Tony Parmenter here.
More than just casting with eye movements, this method turns fly-fishing into an integrative psychotherapy. It provides a way to conceptualize the connection of fly-fishing's well known benefits and Evidence-Based Psychotherapy without each being done independently.
We know that fly-fishing and psychotherapy can help a person heal, so why has it taken so long to integrate them? We don't know why, but now it's possible! If you are interested in experiencing Therapeutic Fly-fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR) ℠, contact Tony here.

PARTICIPANTS OF TF-EMDR RETREATS AND TRAININGS RECEIVE A BRAND NEW SET OF FLY-FISHING EQUIPMENT AND MEMBERSHIP IN TROUT UNLIMITED.

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THERAPEUTIC FLY FISHING WITH EMDR (TF-EMDR)℠

Therapeutic Fly-fishing, using rod & reel methods, has become a common adjunct treatment for traumatic stress and co-occurring problems such as addiction and behavioral compulsions. A number of programs focused on treating PTSD for military veterans and first responders have taken root throughout North America, Europe, and Australia. While focusing on trauma these programs use fly fishing as usual, separate from psychotherapy, often without a trained mental health professional present.
Therapeutic Fly-fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR)℠ turns fly-fishing into psychotherapy. It provides a way to conceptualize the connection of fly-fishing's well known benefits and an Evidence-Based Psychotherapy without each being done independently. We know that fly-fishing and psychotherapy can help a person heal, so why has it taken so long to integrate them? We don't know why, but now it's possible!

 WE LIVE ON EARTH. WE BREATHE AIR. HOWEVER YOU CHOOSE TO HEAL, DO IT OUTSIDE.

Tony Parmenter has authored the paper "Treating combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder using Therapeutic Fly-Fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR)", which introduces the concept of TF-EMDR and outlines the following method as the first ever direct integration of Therapeutic Fly-fishing with ANY psychotherapy model. Read it here as published in 2022 by the Journal of Military & Veterans' Health (JMVH).
Combining fly-fishing with the most researched and evidence-based model for treating traumatic stress, EMDR, can allow for real and natural restorative healing to take place.

THE SEIYU-ZURI METHOD℠

Recovery is possible and wholeness is within you. With your feet on the ground, the wind on your skin, and feeling the current with your body - experience the freedom of catch and release while letting go of your pain. Developed by Tony Parmenter as the first form of TF-EMDR, Seiyu-zuri is also the only known method of specifically integrating an Evidence-Based Psychotherapy with a nature-based intervention to enhance wellbeing.
This method integrates EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to include mindfulness practices, somatic engagement, and Eastern & Western cognitive psychology with a simple (and portable) form of Japanese fly-fishing called tenkara . The name Seiyu-zuri indicates living with integrity and purpose - as the word "Seiyu" (say-you) can mean "sincerity" in Japanese ("zuri" means "fishing" in English).
The goal is to use a mindful connection with nature to connect with and bolster your natural healing abilities. With Seiyu-zuri, you will engage in a healing practice that can become a part of your life moving forward, lasting longer than the therapy session itself. 


INDIVIDUAL OR SMALL GROUP EMDR FLY-FISHING RETREATS

FOR HEALING AND WELLBEING

Experience TF-EMDR and learn The Seiyu-zuri Method for yourself. Come to Southern Vermont for a healing getaway, returning home with a practice that can stay with you as long as you breathe. Retreats are intensive and include a combination of virtual and in-person contact. As more preparation time and materials are required, they are considered enhanced versions of Seiyu IHT's integrative EMDR retreats.
The cost of your retreat will include a complete tenkara fishing outfit including a brand new rod, lines, flies, and other materials made by one of the most respected tenkara brands in fly fishing. Email Tony to inquire about rates, availability, and to schedule an in-person retreat.

TF-EMDR TRAINING FOR EMDR THERAPISTS

Create a wide open space for your clients to cast away the weight of trauma.
Learn the basics of the model developed by Tony Parmenter, and described in the Journal of Military & Veterans Health (2022).
Along with learning how to incorporate fly-fishing into personal EMDR practice, trained EMDR therapists learn additional egostate and mindfulness based methods for helping clients create a healing connecting between their own nervous system and the natural world. The act of fishing is just one part of using EMDR in this way. With your own sense of creativity and adventure, bringing EMDR into nature can allow a fun, engaging, peaceful, and long-lasting healing experience for your clients.
TF-EMDR trainings offer EMDRIA Continuing Education hours for EMDRIA-trained (or equivalent) EMDR therapists, and can be custom designed if needed.
Are you interested in taking this step? Contact Tony to get started.


The terms Therapeutic Fly Fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR)℠ and The Seiyu-zuri Method℠ are trademarked through USPTO, and may not be used without permission.