The Craft of EMDR Therapy

Taking It to the Next Level. A deep immersion for clinicians ready to move from applying EMDR therapy to mastering it. 
  • 32 CE credits total (30.5 EMDRIA Credits)
  • Two cohorts per year: Spring and Fall
  • Two multi-day sessions with integration time between
  • Includes the one-day Refresher Course at no additional cost
  • Basic Training is required alongside practice with active client caseload

For Clinicians Ready to Go Beyond Symptom Relief

This is the only EMDRIA-certified EMDR training that zeroes in on the three elements that are key to practicing EMDR Therapy at the highest level. 

First, it takes you deep into the practical use of the powerful AIP model for case conceptualization and treatment planning. 

Second, you’ll learn how to use cognitive interweaves with nuance and skill for memory reprocessing in cases of complex developmental trauma and attachment injuries. 

Finally, this is the only EMDR training that includes supervised hands-on practice throughout so you can actually feel the power of applying the principles you’re learning.
The Craft of EMDR integrates all that we know now about trauma, attachment, somatic processes and affective neuroscience to heal the mind, body and spirit.

Deany Laliotis, LICSW

How The Craft Is Structured

The Craft is delivered across two multi-day sessions, scheduled with time between them so you can return to your practice, work with what you've learned, and bring real questions back to the second session.
This is intensive, hands-on training — every day includes both didactic instruction and supervised practice with fellow clinicians.
Each cohort is offered twice yearly, in Spring and Fall.
  • 32 CE credits total · 30.5 EMDRIA Credits
  • Live online
  • Small group, practice-intensive format
  • Prerequisite: Basic Training required plus practice of case implementation
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Included at no additional cost - Back to the Future: A Refresher Course

The Craft includes our one-day course, Back to the Future: An Upscaled Refresher Course in EMDR Therapy.
A one-day course for clinicians who completed Basic Training a while ago and want to brush up on the fundamentals before taking on more complex work.

You'll revisit the AIP model, walk back through the eight phases with a sharper understanding of the "whys" behind each one, and review the standard protocol alongside common modifications.

It is a great way to get the most out of The Craft and brush up on the fundamentals before you dive deeper.

You'll earn 6 CEs for this one-day course, which prepares you for what comes next. 
If you'd like to take advantage of this free training addition, click the bundle option when adding The Craft of EMDR to your cart.

Two Reasons Clinicians Choose The Craft

Some clinicians arrive at The Craft because they are working toward Master-level training in Relational EMDR Therapy® and need the foundation it provides.


The Craft is a required prerequisite for Master Training, and for good reason. The depth of case conceptualization, clinical interweave work, and therapeutic alliance work you do here is what Master-level training builds on.

Other clinicians arrive at The Craft simply because they are ready to go deeper. You do not need to have Master Training in your sights to benefit from this work.

If you are six months or more past Basic Training and finding yourself with clients whose cases feel more complicated than your foundational training prepared you for, The Craft meets you exactly there — whether or not you ever take another course after it.


"Deany is an exquisite trainer. She is not only clear and thorough in her teaching, but is incredibly compassionate and responsive to those who are learning from her. Her approach is both artful and soundly rooted in science, while maintaining the focus on the relational aspect of the work. Learning from Deany has quite literally changed my life and the way I am able to work with my clients. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to train with her."

Jennifer E. Bradley , Psy.D, HSPP
Clinical Psychologist
Bloomington, IN

Who Is Eligible?

The Craft is open to clinicians who completed Basic Training at least six months (suggested) prior and have been actively practicing EMDR therapy with clients since.

This training assumes a working familiarity with the AIP model and EMDR's eight phases — it is built to deepen what you already know, not introduce it for the first time.
You should be licensed for independent practice, or on a licensing track under clinical supervision.

If it has been awhile since you took Basic Training, it is strongly recommended you take advantage of the Refresher Training included with your purchase. 

The Craft of EMDR Therapy Schedule

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to attend both sessions of The Craft?

Yes. The Craft is structured as two multi-day sessions that build on each other, with time between them for clinical integration. Both sessions are included in a single registration and are required to complete the training and earn your CE credits.

Is the Refresher Course really included at no extra cost?

Yes. Once you register for The Craft, you receive instructions for registering for the one-day Refresher Course, Back to the Future, at no additional charge. You'll earn 6 CEs for completing it.

How is The Craft different from Advanced Training?

Advanced Training courses focus on specific clinical topics — such as attachment work or recent trauma protocols — and clinicians can choose one or several based on their interests.
The Craft is a more comprehensive, multi-day immersion that deepens your overall clinical skill across case conceptualization, interweaves, and treatment planning, and serves specifically as the bridge to Master-level training.

Do I need Advanced Training before I can register for The Craft?

No. Basic Training is the only required prerequisite for The Craft. Advanced Training and The Craft can be taken in either order, though many clinicians choose to complete one or more Advanced courses first to build additional clinical context.

What does a typical training day in The Craft look like?

Each day combines didactic presentation, video recordings of real client sessions, and supervised hands-on practice with fellow clinicians. The format is intensive and practice-focused — this is not a lecture-only training.

How many CE credits does The Craft carry?

The Craft carries 32 CE credits in total, including 30.5 EMDRIA credits, plus an additional 6 CEs from the included Refresher Course if you complete it.

What is the cancellation policy for The Craft Trainings?

Tuition is refundable up to 30 days in advance less a $150 administrative fee. Withdrawals between 14 and 29 days from the start date of the training are refundable less a $250 administrative fee. 
Withdrawals less than 14 days from the start date are not refundable.
A one-time credit can be applied towards the same Training in the future at the Standard Rate less a $250 administrative fee.  
All requests for cancellations must be submitted in writing by email to admin@emdrtherapy.com.  
If you have to withdraw during the training, we offer a one-time option of enrolling in the Training again at the reduced rate of $350 as space allows. 

Why is there a six-month gap required after Basic Training?

The six-month period is not a scheduling formality. The Craft is built on case conceptualization, clinical interweave work, and therapeutic alliance skills that only become meaningful once you have real clinical mileage with EMDR therapy behind you. Clinicians who have been practicing for at least six months arrive with actual client cases to draw on, questions that have come up in real sessions, and a working familiarity with the model that this training is designed to deepen rather than introduce. Coming in too early means missing much of what makes The Craft valuable.

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What trainees say about Training at The Center

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"The Craft of EMDR Therapy was a transformational journey, both personally and professionally, and raised my expectations of what’s possible in my work with clients with complex trauma.
Deany and her team clearly explained and demonstrated how to take the practice of EMDR therapy to a new level, to help clients become less identified with their adaptations, and more appropriately oriented to their here-and-now experience.The portion of the training that involved personal work was probably the most powerful part of the process. The effectiveness of this work has been evidenced by the significant progress of my clients since taking this course, particularly those clients with whom I previously struggled.
Deany Laliotis is an exceptional trainer and therapist, and beautifully demonstrated how the process of EMDR therapy can go beyond symptom relief, to become a life affirming and joyful process for both client and therapist."
Michele Topel, LPC, LCPC
Therapist
Washington, DC
"Any trainer can present material, but Deany Laliotis’ trainings are more of an experience. She not only is knowledgeable about the material, but she engages the audience by being personable, asking thought provoking questions, and spends the time making sure we get it. Though she is a thought leader in the EMDR community, she makes you feel like a peer, and connects in ways I have not experienced in other trainings. At my last training people flew from all parts of the country to attend, and we were all eager to take another training with her. If you are serious about advancing your skills as an EMDR therapist, train with Deany."
Bryon Bratt, LPC
Lincoln, NE
"Run, do not walk, to Deany's next training! As a newly certified EMDR therapist, I have been actively looking to integrate my clinical skills into my work using EMDR. While there are many trainings out there, none have resonated with me so deeply as Deany's approach. It just makes sense to me now. Learning EMDR is often described as akin to "drinking from a fire hose." It's an accurate assessment, I think, but learning from Deany has helped tremendously in bringing more clarity and focus, and has renewed in me a sense of excitement for the work. I can't wait to learn more!"
Carolyn Wingfield, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Burbank, CA

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