I had already been married and divorced with one child when my then therapist told me I was “in a phase” after sharing how I thought I was more attracted to women than men.
Her recommendation was to consider this sense of myself as part of the emotional turmoil of ending a marriage. She was sure...
Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed working with clients who have trauma and chronic pain?
Trauma and chronic pain go hand and hand.
It is one of the places where the mind and body meet (or collide) in our fragmented healthcare system. It can be an overwhelming experience for the client and...
How can you help a client who has gone through a recent trauma?
Are you wondering “What can I do right now to offer relief and stability to my client?”
Do we continue with the same path outlined in our treatment plan? Or do we deviate to address the new issue?
After a brief vacation, a client of...
When one of my consultees looks at me with that pained expression on their face and says, “What am I doing wrong?”, I feel an instant surge of empathy because I have been in those shoes!
Whether you are coming out of EMDR Basic Training or have been practicing EMDR therapy for years, there are...
Interested in working towards EMDR certification through EMDRIA?
Confused about the next leg of your EMDR journey?
Looking for feedback and guidance on your more complex cases?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, EMDR case consultation is for you!
Exploring EMDR case consultation
Navig...
The EMDR Certification Process, Explained
Janet was trained in EMDR therapy about a year ago. She is a practical sort. After completing her EMDR training, it was logical to her that she would put in the extra effort and hours to get certified. It would be good for business, she thought, and it helped...
Navigating EMDR Therapy Certification and Training with The Center
Interested in becoming an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist? Basic EMDR training is a great beginning. It’s a foundational course that outlines the precepts of this powerful and effective methodology. It takes you through preparing...
Have you been wondering if online learning is for you?
Do you think The Center might have what you’re looking for?
Navigating Online EMDR Training
As a Lead Trainer at The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy (The Center), I have the privilege of running online EMDR trainings regularly. I always look...
In-Person EMDR Training in Salt Lake City, Utah
Have you been wondering, Where can I find EMDR training near me? If you reside in the southwestern part of the US or are interested in an in-person EMDR training, the Center is offering an advanced program in Salt Lake City. This is a growing community...
Your Essential Guide to EMDR Basic Training
Lasting change can take place in an hour.
For most clinicians in this profession, their paradigm of what constitutes change will be challenged by the EMDR model of psychotherapy.
For example, a CBT therapist thinks about the mechanisms of action and the...
Have you ever felt your internal state merging with a client?
Have you noticed being unnervingly frozen as they shut down?
Agitated in the face of their anger?
Despondent alongside their insurmountable sadness?
How to Navigate the Waters of Interpersonal Neurobiology in Trauma Therapy
My consultee Pat...
Why Get Trained in EMDR Therapy?
EMDR training empowers therapists to significantly enhance their effectiveness in addressing a broad spectrum of clinical issues with diverse populations in various contexts and with greater proficiency.
Not only is EMDR therapy accessible to clients seeking assistance...