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EMDR BASIC TRAIN​ING

EMDR PSYCH​OTHERAPY

EMDR Psychotherapy originated as a trauma therapy that is now supported my copious amounts of empirical research. As EMDR has continued to be studied, it has become clear how it is helpful for a variety of issues that one might experience. This includes anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem and  personality disorders. Becoming an EMDR therapist provides you with an entire new skillset and potential for improved client outcomes.

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Our goal is for each participant to feel competent and confident in their clinical skills at the completion of this training with lots of real life experiences and support.The process of learning EMDR is more than just attending a workshop or a lecture. EMDR Basic Training involves learning the theory that informs EMDR psychotherapy while practicing this therapy in training, both as clinician and client. Due to the importance of utilizing this therapy in the most effective manner, attending a training that is approved by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) guarantees that the necessary objectives to make you successful at implementing EMDR with clients are met. 


Our training is an EMDRIA Approved Training and occurs over the course of two long weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). Our course is all-inclusive, meaning that you will experience continuity in your training as the same team that facilitates the lecture and practicum portion of your training will also provide the 10 hours of required group consultation. The consultation groups occur virtually and are  required to assist in the integration of the training material into practice with your clients. 

EMDR BASIC TRAINING

5-DAY HYBRID 

JANUARY 26-30, 2023

8:00AM - 5:00PM/AZ MST

$1425

CLOSED

*IN PERSON OR VIRTUAL

REQUIRED CONSULTATION DATES 

Wed, February 15 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, March 8 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, March 29  // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, April 19  // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, May 10 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ

EMDR BASIC TRAINING

WEEKEND 1 & WEEKEND 2

APRIL 14-16 & MAY 26-28, 2023

8:00AM - 5:00PM/AZ MST

$1425

OPEN

*IN PERSON OR VIRTUAL

REQUIRED CONSULTATION DATES 

Wed, May 3 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, May 24 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, June 14 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, July 5 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, July 26 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ

EMDR BASIC TRAINING

WEEKEND 1 & WEEKEND 2

SEPTEMBER 22-24 & OCTOBER 20-22

8:00AM - 5:00PM/AZ MST

$1425

OPEN

*IN PERSON OR VIRTUAL

REQUIRED CONSULTATION DATES 

Wed, October 11 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed,  November 1 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, November 22 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, December 13 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ


Wed, January 3 // 10:00am to 12:00pm AZ

OFFERED IN 2 WEEKEND TRAININGS OR 

ONE 5-DAY VIRTUAL TRAINING 

Participants will learn via lecture, video, demonstrations, Q & A sessions, role play demonstrations, small group exercises and supervised practice sessions. Each participant will experience EMDR as both clinician and client through two practice sessions each weekend. These practice sessions are facilitated by members of the training staff. This EMDRIA Approved Training is facilitated by Lauren Day, MS, LPC-S, CEDS-S, and LK Institute Trainer. 

​REQUIREMENTS & FEES


EMDR PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS

EMDRIA requires that participants practice EMDR Psychotherapy in between training weekends to assist in the proper integration and application of the training material. You will have help to determine what clients might be best to practice EMDR with during the required group consultation meetings. If you are a student or an intern, it is required that you provide documentation from your supervisor affirming their support of you practicing EMDR with clients during the course of this training. Additionally, EMDRIA requires that you practice EMDR as a client in training. This involves working on real material that you consider disturbing. Please consult with your healthcare team if you have any concerns about this. Please know that we offer a supportive environment and you have the ultimate control of what material you work on in the training.


CONSULTATION REQUIREMENTS
10 hours of group consultation are required to complete EMDR Basic Training . The training staff provides consultation in small group settings via teleconferencing following Weekend 1 and continuing in the weeks following Weekend 2. Each EMDR Basic Training has established times for the group consultations and will be provided to you based on which training dates you are registered.  You are responsible to attend all assigned group consultation times in order to successfully complete the training. In the event that you are unable to attend the assigned consultation times, you are responsible to obtain approved outside consultation at your own expense. LK Institute will not reimburse any fees as a result of your absence in the assigned consultation groups. 


PARTICIPANT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Clinicians who possess an active license to practice psychotherapy are eligible to participate in EMDR Basic Training. However, the full eligibility requirements are outlined on the EMDRIA website. To view this criteria, CLICK HERE.

TRAINING FEES

Fees cover participation in Weekend 1 and 2, as well as the required 10 hours of group consultation. This fee does not include the required text for the course which can be purchased through Amazon or other booksellers (link below). All training fees are non-refundable, but can be applied to different training dates in the event of unforeseeable circumstances that prohibits you from participating in the scheduled training. 

Payment plans are available for those who call the office and ask nicely. 

EMDR TRAINING FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. PLEASE BE SURE TO READ THE ENTIRE PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT BEFORE SIGNING AND COMPLETING YOUR REGISTRATION.


REQUIRED READING:


Go With That Magazine Fall 2020, Volume 25, Issue 3 [EMDR & Racial Trauma]: CLICK HERE!


Guidelines for Virtual EMDR Therapy: CLICK HERE! 


IT IS REQUIRED THAT YOU BEGIN READING THIS BOOK PRIOR TO THE TRAINING WEEKEND

TRAINING LOCATION

4001 N. 3rd St. 

Suite 400 

Phoenix, AZ 85012


CE AVAILABILITY
We attempt to keep training costs as low as possible because of our belief in the power of EMDR Therapy and our vision of equipping as many clinicians as possible to use it. Continuing Education credits come as an additional cost to us. As we recognize that not every participant needs CE credits, we have made them optional for additional purchase. This helps us to keep training costs as low as possible. Currently we offer credit for NBCC practitioners at an additional cost for those who are interested. EMDR Basic Training consists of 42 clock hours of continuing education for Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Work Counselors, Substance Abuse Counselors, and Licensed Psychologists. The cost of these 42 CE hours is $200. Please contact our office via email or phone to indicate if you would like to obtain these credits.  You have until the completion of your final consultation group to purchase these credits.


This program is co-sponsored by Advanced Education Institute (AEI) and LK Institute. AEI is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. AEI maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 




Additional Information 

  • In the event of a humanitarian crisis (illness, injury, etc.), the participant has one year from initiation of training to complete the virtual and/or in person training. Refunds are administered on a case by case basis at the sole discretion of LK Institute. 
  • LK Institute complies with EMDRIA's Professional Code of Conduct, SOCE and Diversity and Cultural Competence policies and creates a supportive training environment regardless of an individual’s sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, culture or religion, and does not engage in discriminatory behavior or bias. To view EMDRIA Policies go to https://www.emdria.org/about-emdria/emdr-international-association-policies
  • Trainees who begin the EMDR training virtually must complete the entire training within 12 months from their initial start date.
  • LK Institute ensures facilities and reasonable accommodations are accessible to those with disabilities. 



Testimonials

"I can't say enough good things about this training! Having previously done EMDR training during my internship and practicing it for over a year now I learned SO MUCH including things that I have been doing wrong. I'm grateful to have clarity on a lot of places I was getting stuck and really looking forward to the second weekend! Lauren is skilled at making a potentially very confusing process clear and understandable! I loved all of the examples because it helped me understand concepts better. The days were long, but they genuinely didn't feel like it!"

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