EMDR Therapy Training for Practitioners - Masterclass

Explore the eight phases of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, focusing on phase 1 history taking and treatment planning, including building rapport, gathering comprehensive histories, and smart goals.

Identify the client's stressors, trauma history, symptoms, and coping resources to inform comprehensive EMDR therapy history taking and treatment planning, while fostering a safe, validating environment.

Collaborate with the client to establish smart goals in EMDR therapy, clarifying expectations and distressing memories to create specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives.

Educate the client about eMDR therapy, explain the process, outcomes, and what to expect. Establish a safe space for trauma processing and teach relaxation techniques to manage distress.

Prepare clients for phase two of eMDR therapy by outlining the process, duration, experiences, and grounding strategies, ensuring safety, trust, and the option to pause or stop if needed.

Engage the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method to stay in the moment by noticing five sights, four touches, three sounds, two smells, and one emotion to regain present control.

Explore phase 2 of accredited EMDR therapy training with the 4-7-8 breathing exercise to calm the nervous system and support bilateral stimulation practice.

Explore phase 2 of EMDR therapy with a relaxing exercise designed to promote calm and client engagement. Learn steps to guide a structured relaxing exercise within accredited EMDR therapy training.

Ask phase two questions to gather information, address concerns, and tailor coping strategies, safety, and boundaries to prepare clients for EMDR therapy.

Identify target memories in phase 3 of emdr therapy, assess negative beliefs, emotions, physical sensations, use the float back technique, and evaluate suds and validity of cognition to guide processing.

Collaborate to identify distressing memories and targets in EMDR phase 3, prioritize by disturbance, readiness, and relevance, and maintain a safe alliance that encourages communication and self-care through emotional regulation.

Guide phase three in EMDR therapy by identifying distressing memories, assessing emotions and sensations, prioritizing targets, and confirming readiness to set the stage for later processing.

Guide the client through bilateral stimulation—eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones—targeting a distressing memory to facilitate processing in phase four desensitization, noting shifts in emotions, sensations, or beliefs.

Explore phase 4 guidelines for EMDR therapy, detailing desensitization preparation, bilateral stimulation options, target memory focus, processing of thoughts and emotions, and distress management with grounding techniques.

activate the disturbing memory from long-term memory and engage working memory through bilateral eye movement; track the therapist's fingers to blur the memory and reduce emotional charge.

Learn phase 4 step-by-step bilateral stimulation in eMDR therapy, from client preparation and method selection (eye movements, tactile pulses, auditory tones) to processing, grounding, and closure.

Guide phase four with targeted questions to recall the target memory, monitor emotions and sensations, and adjust bilateral stimulation for safe desensitization and integration.

Strengthen positive beliefs and adaptive coping through installation in phase five of EMDR therapy, using positive imagery or affirmations, and guide clients to integrate these beliefs into daily life.

Identify the client’s positive belief in phase five and reinforce it with bilateral stimulation to counter the negative memory, monitor subjective units of disturbance rating, and guide integration.

Ask targeted questions in phase five of EMDR therapy to reinforce a positive belief, assess integration with the memory via bilateral stimulation, and ensure comfort, grounding, and closure.

Guide clients through the phase six body scan to notice and alleviate residual physical tension linked to a targeted memory, using mindfulness and relaxation techniques in eMDR therapy.

Guide phase six body scan to create a safe space, focusing on bodily sensations and breath, with non-judgmental observation, emotional expression, targeted memory integration, and progressive relaxation.

Ask phase 6 questions to explore body sensations, tension, emotions, and thoughts, link sensations to the memory, and adapt the pace to client comfort for healing and integration.

Explore phase seven closure guidelines for an emdr therapy session, including assessing emotional state, grounding and stabilization techniques, coping resources, completion checks, reassurance, future considerations, and closure rituals.

Phase 7 centers on closure by asking about current feelings, lingering sensations, and perceived resolution, while tailoring grounding techniques to support clients after the session.

Phase eight reevaluation in EMDR therapy assesses progress since the previous session, reassesses unresolved issues or new targets, and adjusts treatment plans based on client feedback and ongoing evaluation.

Review phase eight reevaluation by examining progress since the last session. Assess residual distress, new material, and coping skills, then identify further targets and adjust the treatment plan.

Ask phased questions to re-evaluate progress in EMDR therapy phase 8. Assess changes since last session, lingering distress, new triggers, coping strategies, and whether goals need adjustment through open communication.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd) is a condition that can develop after witnessing traumatic events, affecting how brain processes memories, emotions, and stress, causing persistent distress and interference with daily life.

Explore four PTSD causes: direct exposure to trauma, witnessing trauma, indirect exposure via a loved one, and chronic exposure, with risk factors like pre-existing conditions, social support, severity, and genetics.

Explore the four PTSD symptom clusters in EMDR therapy training: intrusive experiences, avoidance, negative mood and thinking, arousal. Intrusive experiences include flashbacks and nightmares; symptoms persist beyond a month.

Sarah's PTSD case study shows how trauma-focused therapy, including EMDR and acceptance and commitment therapy, reduces flashbacks, nightmares, and avoidance while restoring driving independence and her passion for teaching.

In phase 1 of EMDR therapy for PTSD, the therapist helps identify triggers: loud noises, crowded places, media reminders, being alone in the dark, and related symptoms to tailor treatment.

Establish safety within yourself, focus on your breath, and affirm a safe environment as you begin phase 2 of EMDR therapy for PTSD.

Engage in phase 3 of EMDR therapy for PTSD by assessing current distress with a 0-10 scale and establishing a target for today's processing session.

Begin bilateral stimulation to focus on the traumatic memory and notice the thoughts and feelings that arise in this phase 4 EMDR therapy session for PTSD.

Explore phase 5 of EMDR therapy for PTSD by introducing empowering positive affirmations, like I am safe now or I am capable of healing, to reinforce safety and healing.

Guide students through a body check-in, noting changes in physical sensations and tension, and describe how the body feels now compared with before. Emphasize increased relaxation and decreased physical tension in phase 6 of EMDR therapy for PTSD.

Conclude Phase 7 of the EMDR therapy session for PTSD by guiding students to take deep breaths and ground themselves in the present moment.

Reassess distress related to traumatic memory and observe changes in feelings in phase 8 of the eMDR therapy session for PTSD, noting that eMDR sessions are personalized and durations vary.

Explore anxiety disorders as mental health conditions marked by excessive, persistent worry or fear that disrupts daily life, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic, phobias, and separation anxiety disorder.

Explore how anxiety disorders arise from biological, psychological, and environmental factors, including imbalances in serotonin, norepinephrine, or GABA, amygdala overactivity, genetics, trauma, personality traits, cognitive distortions, and health conditions.

Explore the physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms of anxiety disorders, including rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, constant worry, concentration difficulties, and avoidance or reassurance seeking.

Priya's story shows how generalized anxiety disorder causes excessive worry, sleep disruption, and physical tension, and how relaxation techniques, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, and ssri medication support recovery.

Identify anxiety triggers such as public speaking, social gatherings, and work stress, and describe symptoms like racing heart and knot in the stomach. Outline emdr phase 1 to map experiences.

Guide students through a grounding technique to reduce anxiety in EMDR phase 2 for anxiety disorders. Close your eyes and take deep breaths to sense each inhale and promote relaxation.

Assess distress from a recent panic attack using a 0–10 scale, identify the current level as about eight, and set this as the target for today's EMDR phase 3 session.

Perform bilateral stimulation while recalling a panic attack, focusing on the anxiety situation and following guided hand movements to reinforce processing in EMDR Phase 4.

Guides you through phase five of EMDR therapy to replace negative thoughts with a positive belief, such as 'I am competent and capable,' for anxiety disorders.

Guide phase 6 of EMDR therapy for anxiety disorder by helping clients notice changes in body sensations and experience greater relaxation with reduced chest tension.

Guides you through a grounding exercise to feel stable and present. Invites participation in grounding techniques for anxiety disorder and closes with gratitude for the EMDR therapy session.

Reassess the client's distress after a panic attack and note the reduction to two, illustrating a structured eMDR Phase 8 session for anxiety and how therapists adapt to client responses.

Explore pain management, a medical and therapeutic approach to reducing acute and chronic pain, improving quality of life by addressing physical, emotional and psychological impact.

Identify multiple factors that cause pain, including injury and trauma, medical conditions, post-operative discomfort, psychological factors, and lifestyle issues, and understand how they influence pain perception.

Examine physical, emotional, and behavioral pain symptoms, from sharp or dull sensations and fatigue to irritability, anxiety, emotional exhaustion, social withdrawal, and increased reliance on medications.

Maria's case demonstrates holistic pain management, combining physical therapy, medications, eMDR and Act techniques, mindfulness, and lifestyle changes to reduce pain and restore mobility.

Explore step by step guided phase 1 of EMDR therapy for pain management, identifying physical activity, prolonged sitting, and stress triggers and related symptoms like leg pain and sleep disruption.

Create a calm, comfortable state by guiding breath focus and releasing tension. Engage in relaxation and grounding exercises to feel more at ease in EMDR phase 2 pain management.

Guide phase 3 of EMDR therapy with a step-by-step pain management approach, using a 0–10 distress scale for a past traumatic memory and setting today's target.

Practice bilateral stimulation during phase 4 of EMDR therapy to focus on a traumatic memory and notice arising thoughts and feelings, guided by Emily.

Guide through phase 5 of EMDR therapy with pain management, introducing empowering affirmations to counter trauma-related negative feelings. Use affirmations like I am resilient to support recovery.

Check in with your body during phase 6 of EMDR, observe changes in sensations and pain, and note reduced tension and lower pain intensity.

Practice grounding and deep breathing in a phase 7 EMDR therapy session for pain management, ending with gratitude and staying grounded in the present moment.

Reassess your pain after the eMDR session to track changes in intensity and physical sensation. The eight phases of eMDR therapy guide pain management, used adjunctively and tailored to needs.

Explore addiction recovery and how individuals overcome dependence on substances or behaviors. Learn to achieve abstinence, rebuild physical and mental health, and create a fulfilling life free from addiction.

Biological, psychological, and social factors shape addiction, including genetic predisposition, dopamine and serotonin levels, trauma, mental health issues, peer and family influences, and escapism and risk-taking coping behaviors.

John’s case study shows recovery from alcohol use disorder through medical detox, naltrexone and disulfiram, EMDR and ACT, motivational interviewing, and group and family therapy, improving work and relationships.

Explore step-by-step guided phase 1 of EMDR therapy for addiction recovery, identifying triggers such as stressful situations, work, social settings, loneliness, and boredom, and addressing cravings and related emotions.

Guide a phase 2 EMDR session for addiction recovery by creating a calm space, grounding in the present, and practicing deep breathing and relaxation techniques.

Assess the distress of the addiction or past trauma memory on a scale of 0 to 10, set the target at about six, and guide the EMDR phase 3 session.

Guide phase 4 EMDR therapy with bilateral stimulation while recalling addiction or trauma memories, and notice accompanying thoughts and feelings.

Introduce a positive belief or affirmation to support your recovery journey, including 'I am in control of my choices' and 'I am capable of healing'.

Guides a body check-in during Emdr phase 6, inviting awareness of physical sensations and changes, and notes relaxation with decreased tension in addiction recovery.

Engage in grounding exercises and breathing to feel present, and conclude with gratitude, reinforcing calm for addiction recovery in EMDR phase 7.

Reassess feelings and triggers related to addiction or past trauma within an eMDR session. Explore how the eight phases of eMDR guide addiction recovery, with integration into other modalities.