What is Memory Reconsolidation and how can it help us to achieve more lasting change in therapy?

We all know that it is difficult to change deeply engrained, emotional learnings, such as 'I am unlovable,' or 'Others need me to be perfect.' However, the science of memory reconsolidation clearly outlines a series of experiences that, if the brain moves through step by step, can open its neural networks for relearning. A number of therapists have worked to integrate these scientific findings into the theory and techniques of psychotherapy. While Bruce Ecker, founder of Coherence Therapy, is perhaps most widely known for working to integrate the findings of memory reconsolidation research into his therapy work, most therapies find a way to facilitate these steps (either knowingly or unknowingly).
But before we go into how to use memory reconsolidation for healing (topic of next video), let's quickly look at the science of this powerful approach to rewiring our brain (neuroplasticity), and why memory reconsolidation opens such a hopeful path toward change.



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