Expanding on the powerful content from EMDR Therapy Basic Training, we are offering a very focused KIDS and TEENS-centric event, EMDR Therapy Basic Training with Supplemental Information for Children and Adolescents (Weekend 1 and 2). This training is designed for licensed mental health practitioners who treat kids and teens in a clinical setting. Through the use of children video sessions and client case examples, this training will highlight how to use EMDR therapy with developmentally appropriate adaptations for kids and teens, while also including information for use with adults. Upon completion of Weekend 1, Weekend 2 and the required 10 hours of consultation, clinicians will be able to treat children, adolescents, as well as adults, with EMDR therapy.
EMDR Therapy is a comprehensive psychotherapy that accelerates the treatment of a wide range of pathologies and self-esteem issues related to disturbing events and present life conditions. This interactional, standardized approach addresses a considerable range of presenting complaints for all ages, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, phobias, excessive grief, somatic conditions and addictions. As an integrative psychotherapy approach, EMDR is compatible with all contemporary paradigms including, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, experiential, family systems, play therapy and sand tray.
EMDR therapy is guided by the Adaptive Information Processing model which addresses the unprocessed memories that appear to set the basis for a wide range of dysfunction. Since EMDR Therapy is a client centered therapy it is not only helpful with adults but is particularly useful with children and teenagers who may communicate more through actions than words.
AGENDA:
Friday-8:00am-5:00pm
Saturday-8:00am-5:00pm
Sunday-8:00am-5:00pm
PLEASE NOTE:
For Virtual Online Trainings: Participants must complete the entire training (including 10 hours of case consultation) within 12 months from the initial start date.
AUTHORIZED FORMAT
EMDR therapy is a specialized approach that requires supervised training for full therapeutic effectiveness and client safety. The training will consist of lecture, live and videotaped demonstrations and supervised practice. The format of this workshop has been designed by the originator of EMDRtherapy, Francine Shapiro, PhD. The workshop leaders have been individually selected and trained by her to provide the comprehensive information necessary for appropriate client selection and effective utilization of EMDR therapy. This is the workshop program which has been taught by Dr. Shapiro since 1990. EMDR Institute adheres to the ethical standards of APA, social work, nursing and mental health boards
INTEGRATING EMDR THERAPY WITH OTHER APPROACHES
As an integrative psychotherapy approach, EMDR is compatible with all contemporary paradigms including, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, experiential and systemic.
GOAL OF THE EMDR THERAPY BASIC TRAINING
This experiential training will familiarize participants with a broad spectrum of EMDR therapy applications sufficient for comfortable and efficient use with a wide range patients and situations. Special attention will be given to the therapeutic needs of clients.
TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS
- Supervised small group practice on each training day
- Physiological overview of the information processing system
- Specialized history-taking to identify dysfunctional patterns and causes
- Treatment planning to address past events, current triggers and future needs
- Stabilization techniques across the attachment spectrum
- Reduction of overt symptoms and achieving comprehensive mental health
- Addressing the full range of trauma and other disturbing life events
- Applications to combat trauma and first responders
- Applications to addictions, grief, anxiety, depression and somatic disorders
- Applications to natural and man-made disasters
- Applications to family and couples therapy
- Personal use for therapist to process vicarious traumatization
- Video sessions and client case examples featuring kids and teens
- Developmentally appropriate adaptations for kids and teens
WEEKEND 1
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
10 hours of didactic + 10 hours of supervised practice
- Name 2 websites that list research relevant to EMDR therapy
- List 3 types of client’s presenting issues that have been successfully treated with EMDR therapy
- Name 3 proposed mechanisms of action in EMDR therapy
- Describe an important premise of the Adaptive Information Processing model
- List the components of memory
- Name the 8 phases of EMDR therapy
- Identify the prongs of the Three-Pronged Protocol of EMDR therapy
- Describe 3 criteria on the Client Readiness Checklist
- Distinguish between Direct Questioning and the Floatback technique during Phase 1 History Taking and Treatment Planning
- List the informational plateaus
- Distinguish between state change and trait change in EMDR therapy
- Describe one purpose for Safe/Calm State utilization
- Identify the purpose of the Assessment Phase of EMDR therapy
- Identify the purpose of utilizing the SUD scale and what it stands for
- Describe when to return to target in Phase 4 Desensitization.
- Identify the purpose of the VOC scale and what it stands for
- Describe how to conduct the Phase 6 Body Scan
- Describe three strategies for assisting a client to stay within the window of tolerance
- Describe how to resume reprocessing following an incomplete target memory.
- Describe when you would apply the Future Template
- Distinguish the difference between avoidance and hypo-activity
- Identify 3 differences in applying EMDR therapy to working with children
WEEKEND 2
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
10 hours of didactic + 10 hours of supervised practice
- Distinguish between a client’s presenting problems and underlying issues
- Describe 3 strategies to treat complex trauma-related disorders
- Identify 2 internal and external resources that clients need to have in place to do reprocessing
- Describe 3 client factors that indicate the need for additional stabilization and resourcing
- Describe the 3 different types of resources used in Resource Development and Installation
- Distinguish between EMD, restricted reprocessing and the EMDR standard protocol
- Identify 2 clinical situations where EMD would be appropriate as an intervention
- Distinguish between a recent traumatic experience and developmental trauma
- Identify when you would initially target a recent past experience versus a touchstone memory
- Describe a process to select and prioritize targets appropriate for EMDR treatment
- Describe how to offer a cognitive interweave when the client’s reprocessing is blocked
- Describe 3 strategies for dealing with highly emotional responses
- Describe 3 ways that EMDR therapy facilitates cultural responsiveness
- Name 3 adverse cultural experiences that can contribute to maladaptive memory networks
- Distinguish when to use memory reprocessing versus psychological first aid with grief related issues
- Distinguish between a simple phobia and a process phobia
- Describe 2 clinical symptoms that may indicate the presence of dissociation during a session
- Describe 3 strategies for working with dissociative responses during reprocessing
- Identify three clinical choices (past/present/future) for where to start reprocessing with addictions and compulsions
- Identify 2 reasons for using the Parent Narrative Protocol
- Identify 2 reasons for integrating Family therapy into EMDR therapy with children
EMDR INSTITUTE PARCHMENT CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Certificate of Completion Requirements:
- Completion of Weekend 1 and Weekend 2 Trainings
- Reading the textbook, EMDR: Basic Principles, Protocols and Procedures (Shapiro 2018)
- 10 hours of case consultation with an EMDR Institute Approved Consultant (5 hours are required prior to Weekend 2; 5 hours after Weekend 2)
PLEASE NOTE: A CE certificate for 20 credits will be issued upon completion of Weekend 1 and 20 credits upon completion of Weekend 2.
VIRTUAL TRAINING FORMAT: Participants who attend the virtual format must complete the entire training (including 10 hours of case consultation) within 12 months from the initial start date.
CASE CONSULTATION
- 10 hours of case consultation are required to complete the EMDR Basic Training
(5 hours required prior to attending Weekend 2 and 5 hours post Weekend 2) - A list of EMDR Institute Approved Consultants will be given at each training
- Workshop fees do not include case consultation
- Group consultation rates range $20-50/hour; individual consultation rates range $50-200/hour. The hourly rate is set by the consultant.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ATTENDING
A clinical background is necessary for the effective application of EMDR therapy. Attendance at the workshop is limited to all levels of social workers and mental health professionals who have a masters degree or higher in the mental health field and are licensed or certified through a state or national board which authorizes independent practice.
Canadian Registration Requirements
Minimum of a master’s degree in clinical or counseling psychology or social work. Membership in a professional association that has a written code of ethics or standards of conduct. Professional liability insurance.
Intern/Graduate Student Requirements
Completion of graduate level coursework at an accredited school and be on a licensing track under state sanctioned supervision by a licensed clinician. Please submit a current supervisor’s letter with his/her degree and license number.
PLEASE NOTE:
• If you have questions or concerns about the course content, references or content evaluation, contact inst@emdr.com.
• If you have questions or concerns about registration, facilities or course administration, contact registration@emdr.com
• Registrants’ Contact information will be shared with the EMDR International Association
WORKSHOP AGENDA
| Workshop Agenda | Registration | Session |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |