The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy
Discover the Many Benefits of EMDR Training
Many highly successful therapists consider EMDR therapy the most valuable therapeutic approach they have learned. Why?
First of all, EMDR is proven to reduce the distressing symptoms related to PTSD and other traumatic events.
Secondly, EMDR is highly effective in creating permanent change for clients from all backgrounds who struggle with a broad range of life challenges like low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, loneliness and grief, anxiety and depression, and addictions.
Thirdly, EMDR training readily integrates into your practice. That’s because EMDR therapy complements and strengthens the effectiveness of other methods you already use. You can use it in your work with children, families and couples as well as individuals and groups.
Finally, the quality of your clients’ lives is enhanced by EMDR therapy. EMDR isn't just about symptom relief; it's about growth and change. They are deeply satisfied with changes in their personal lives. They tell their family, friends, colleagues and other providers about their successful therapy experience with you. Those personal testimonials and referrals from grateful clients fuel the growth of your practice. That’s how our EMDR training and your commitment to learning EMDR therapy will transform your clients' lives as well as your practice.
Why Train with Us?
The high quality of EMDR training, the expertise of our devoted faculty and our commitment to your success is what sets The Center apart.
Our integrative approach to EMDR therapy prepares you to work with a broad range of clients' difficulties from divergent backgrounds and in different settings. It even helps you with clients who’ve struggled before or have had limited success in other types of therapy.
We offer a full continuum of EMDR training from Basic through Masterclass retreats and EMDR certification. You can take one training or enroll in a series of trainings over time to help you reach your goals at your own pace. You can specialize in applying EMDR to children and families, addictions, or attachment-related difficulties. You can pursue your special interests while working towards The Center’s Master Certification in Relational EMDR Therapy℠, or you can train to be an EMDRIA-approved Therapist, Consultant, or Trainer.
We offer you the most up-to-date knowledge, guidance and support. You make the choices. You set the pace. The Center supports you every step of the way.
We're Weaving a Diverse Community of Equity and Inclusion
The Center was established with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as a core value.
As we continue to grow, DEI is an essential part of everything we do. It informs our ongoing faculty and trainee recruitment and training.
It guides our expanded training outreach to diverse populations of therapist-trainees and it shapes the development of specialty trainings that speak to the unique needs of the communities these therapists serve.
We’ve established mutually supportive partnerships with diverse stakeholders such as Open Paths in western Los Angeles and The Dorm in New York City and Washington, DC. Our inclusive partnering efforts are an important part of our long-term plan.
If you are actively working to improve the accessibility to psychotherapy services and healing within your community, have financial need, are part of an independent practice, and identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), we would like to support you and your work. If you believe that being trained in EMDR therapy can further enhance the work you do, please contact our office at admin@emdrtherapy.com for a special tuition rate.
About Trainings
Basic EMDR Training 
Looking for a way to work more effectively with all your clients? Want to help them experience permanent healing? Ready to transform your clients' lives? Then this Basic EMDR Training is for you.
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Intermediate EMDR Training 
Have you taken the EMDR Basic Training but are struggling to integrate it into your practice? Are you concerned about how to safely treat clients who have complex trauma? Do you have questions about where to begin with clients who have multiple problems? Do you struggle with whether or not some of...
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Advanced EMDR Training 
Have you ever felt torn between following scripted protocols and procedures and using EMDR to do what’s best for your client in the moment? Are you ready to expand your use of the therapeutic relationship as a powerful healing force? Would you like to refine your ability to define the best next...
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Master EMDR Training 
The Center’s three-day Masterclass trainings offer highly skilled and experienced EMDR psychotherapists the opportunity to continue their personal and professional growth simultaneously. The trainings take a deep dive into the practice of Relational EMDR Therapy℠ and offer a unique opportunity for...
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