​EMDR Certification COnsulTaTion

EMDR Certification Consultation can help clinicians better understand when to use EMDR and how to include it in their existing practices. Once you have completed EMDRIA approved EMDRIA training courses, you can then pursue becoming a Certified EMDR Therapist. ​I provide EMDR trained clinicians opportunities to develop their EMDR skills, improve application of the 8 stage protocol, and become Certified EMDR Therapists.
Individual and group EMDR Certification Consultation sessions are available, in person and by phone.
emdria.org​I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant in Training (CIT) for the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), with Advance Protocol training in addictions, dissociation, and somatics. As a CIT, I consult and work with Elizabeth West, MFT, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, EMDRIA Certified Therapist. ​​​


​EMDR CERTIFICATION RQUIREMENTS

To become EMDRIA Certified, a clinican must:
  • Be licensed or certified in a mental health professional field for independent practice with a minimum of two years experience. A photocopy of your license/certification/registration to practice independently is required.
  • Complete an EMDRIA approved training program in EMDR therapy, EMDR training I and II, and 10 consultation sessions.  A copy of your certificate of completion is required with your Certification application.
  • Conduct at least 50 EMDR sessions with at least 25 clients.
  • Attach notarized documentation supporting the following statements: (1) You have at least two years experience in your field of license/certification/registration, (2) You conducted at least 50 EMDR sessions with at least 25 clients.
  • Receive 20 hours of Certification Consultation in EMDR by an Approved Consultant (15 hours can be provided by a EMDR Consultant in Training.) These must be 10 hours of Individual Certification Consultation and 10 hours of Group Certification Consultation. 
  • Complete 12 hours of continuing education in EMDR approved by EMDRIA.
  • Attach letter(s) of recommendation from one or more Approved Consultant(s) in EMDR regarding your utilization of EMDR with clients.
  • Attach two letters of recommendation regarding your professional utilization of EMDR (if possible), ethics in practice, and professional character. These can be obtained from colleagues or peers.
  • Verify the EMDRIA’s Policies. Applicants must read and verify on the application form that they agree to adhere to EMDRIA’s Policies.
​​For more information on EMDR Certification requirements, process, and application, go to www.emdria.org
Starting EMDR Certification Consultation is easier than you think. ​​
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