Psychology of a Crisis

🛠️ Understanding Stress & Crisis Management

Course Title: Psychology of a Crisis: Theory and Practice in Simple Words to Save Mental Health During Stressful Events

Course Description:

In this course, you will embark on a journey through the psychological landscape that unfolds during times of crisis. None of us is immune from wars, natural disasters, and other emergency situations. Our bodies and minds are wired to respond to such events with a complex mix of emotions and physiological reactions. 🌪️

As Martha Emerk shares, her firsthand experience during the war in Ukraine since February 24th has been a testament to the profound impact crises have on our mental well-being. Martha's resolve to stay and offer support has inspired this course, aimed at providing practical knowledge and tools to navigate through these tumultuous times.

Course Instructor:

Martha Emerk 🧠✨

Martha is a compassionate cognitive-behaviroal and gestalt psychologist with over 5 years of experience in psychotherapy. Her academic background includes degrees from the University of Southern California (USC) School of Social Work, the Kyiv Gestalt Institute, and studies in crisis psychology at the National Aviation University in Kyiv. Her passion lies in creating a safe space for individuals to explore their inner world and overcome challenges that impede living a fulfilling life.

Course Structure:

Part 1: Emotional Response to Crisis

• Basic Emotions: Understanding the initial emotional responses to crisis.
• Anxiety and Panic Attacks: Learn how to manage these intense feelings.
• Defence Mechanisms: Discover the psychological processes that help us cope.
• Psychological Resources and Support: Explore ways to seek support and strengthen your resilience.
• PTSD: Gain knowledge on the impact of traumatic experiences and how to heal.
• Grief: Learn to navigate through loss and understand the grieving process.
• Depression: Recognize signs of depression and strategies to cope.

Part 2: Healing Trauma and Understanding Anxiety Disorders

• Traumatic Consequences: Dive into understanding the long-term effects of a crisis.
• Healing from Trauma: Explore therapeutic techniques to heal from psychological trauma.

Part 3: Self-Help Techniques

• Practical Exercises: Engage in exercises designed for anyone to perform safely and at their own pace.
• Self-Help Tools: Discover a variety of self-help strategies to maintain psychological balance.

What You Will Learn:

✅ A clear understanding of the emotional, mental, and physical responses during crises. ✅ Practical methods to manage anxiety and panic attacks. ✅ Strategies to foster resilience and cope with trauma. ✅ Self-help exercises that can be done anytime, anywhere. ✅ Resources for psychological support and healing.

By the end of this course, you will be equipped with a robust set of tools and knowledge to navigate through stressful events with confidence and clarity. 🛡️

Join Martha Emerk in this essential course and transform your understanding of how to maintain mental health during crises. Whether you're looking to support yourself or others, this course will provide you with the necessary skills and insights. Let's embark on this journey together, towards a stronger and more resilient community. 🚀✨