EMDR Therapy Training

About Our Training Program

Discovered by Dr. Francine Shapiro, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy is one of the most researched and utilized methods in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other forms of human distress connected to trauma and adverse life experiences. Whether your goal is to become an EMDR therapist as a specialty, or to integrate EMDR into your existing practice, our mindfulness-infused training program will help you meet your goals. Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S  EMDR Therapy Training Program is offered through a special license from the Institute for Creative Mindfulness (ICM) with a curriculum designed by Dr. Jamie Marich. The ICM curriculum equips you to work with real-world clinical presentations from day one of training, including how to handle complex and developmental trauma, address dissociation, and implement EMDR into your current setting.

This EMDR Therapy Training curriculum and Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S are approved by the EMDR International Association, the standards of which require that students engage in:

  • 20 hours of lecture
  • 20 hours of practicum
  • 10 hours of consultation*
  • Required reading and completion of an open-book learner assessment

*The cost of consultation may or may not be included in the cost of the training program depending on the structure of the course you choose.  Please read the details of each training course for more information.

Description: EMDR Therapy Foundational Training Part I

Part I Training (3 days = 21 total hours of lecture and practicum) covers the basics of trauma, the adaptive information processing model, trauma-informed stabilization, and the basic methodology and mechanisms of action used in EMDR therapy. You will be able to practice EMDR therapy with certain cases after completion of Part I.

Day 1 of the training course covers the foundational material that you will need on trauma, specifically discussed through the adaptive information processing model (AIP), that you will need to competently deliver EMDR Therapy. By the end of the day you will also see a live demonstration in EMDR Therapy. Day 2 of the course takes you into specific study of EMDR Therapy Phases 1-2, generally seen as the phases of foundation and stabilization. By the end of the day you will be practicing these phases in your practicum sessions under supervision. Decision-making about moving into Phases 3-6 is also discussed, and an overview of the remaining Phases of EMDR is presented in lecture. In Day 3 you will practice Phases 3-8 of EMDR Therapy under supervision in your practicum sessions, which compose the bulk of the day. You will also receive introductory instruction for dealing with abreactions in EMDR Therapy, effectively working with dissociation, and discuss the next steps for your training and consultation development in EMDR.

Description: EMDR Therapy Foundational Training Part II

Part II Training (3 days = 21 total hours of lecture and practicum) delivers enhanced practicum content, covering best practices for using EMDR Therapy with special populations and in the difficult scenarios of clinical practice; advanced content on ethics and neurobiology are also covered, in addition to working with the art of case conceptualization. Day 4 of the training focuses on ethical practice, learning about interweaves, and working with abreaction and dissociation in more complex scenarios. By the end of Day 4, participants will have had a chance to practice supervised implementation of some of these techniques. Day 5 instructs participants on specific protocols/targeting sequences, best practices with special populations and clinical situations, accessing of specialty resources and protocols for variously noted populations, and appropriate use of modifications (according to the EMDRIA definition of EMDR). By the end of Day 5, participants will experience supervised practice of targeting sequences/protocol for identified special populations/situations. In Day 6 participants will review the neurobiology of trauma, present a clinical case study through the EMDR Therapy/AIP framework, complete supervised practice of practice elements, discuss the characteristics of a strong EMDR therapist, and develop a plan for continued consultation.

For a full description of the training program and daily objectives, please click here         

Continuing Education

Continuing education credits offered for each training course may vary by each event.  Please click on the training bundle under our Schedule of Trainings for more information about Continuing Education Approvals. Please also note that APA approved sponsors are accepted by many state boards, such as California BBS and major licensure boards in the state of Pennsylvania.  You are responsible for filling out any pre- or post- approval forms in your state of licensure and with your board of licensure that may consider APA credits toward your continuing education.

This training is offered in coordination with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness and Dr. Jamie Marich, who licensed the curriculum for this training. Please refer to ICM’s organizational policies for any customer service issues pertaining to CE credit hours. Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S maintains responsibility for the operations of the training, including training delivery, registration, and staffing of the training.

For full training agendas and timing, please click here

Costs, Fees, Logistics & Eligibility

Training fees: Please refer to our schedule for the posted fees for each training.  Trainings must be purchased as a bundle. Consultation costs may or may not be included in the cost of training depending on the training structure chosen.

Lunch is on your own for all days of the training.

All facilities used by Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S are in compliance with ADA standards.  Please send an email to tammymoore.emdr@gmail.com if you have any concerns about access to the training.

Payments accepted: major credit cards, checks.  Your registration is not confirmed until payment is received.

Consultation fees:  For most public trainings offered, the trainee is responsible for arranging and paying for their 10 hours of supplementary consultation.  At the foundational training level you are required to use one of the Institute for Creative Mindfulness consultants or consultants-in-training to complete your consultation.

Our team members’ fees vary depending on their specialties and geographical location.  See the consultation section below for more information.  To complete EMDR therapy training, all consultation hours can be met through group consultations.  You will receive more information on booking consultation at the Part I training.

Logistics: Spaces for each training are very limited since we have to maintain a low attendee-to-faculty ratio (10:1 for practicum).  Thus, payment is required at the time of registration to confirm your spot.  We will keep a waitlist if the training is closed.  Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S will refund any training fees in full if you cancel two weeks prior to the training minus a 5% processing fee.  If you cancel within two weeks of the training, you will be refunded half of your money OR you have the option to apply that balance to a future training with Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S.  Only medical documented reasons or family deaths are considered as an exception to this policy.  No-shows are not eligible for a refund.

If you choose to reschedule your training to a later date, we will allow one transfer.  If you are not able to attend the training you rescheduled for, your registration will be forfeited and you will be required to pay an additional registration fee if you wish to continue with a future date.  Rescheduling requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the training.  Any requests for rescheduling with less than two weeks notice will be considered a cancelation and the above policy will apply.

Please note that training fees and registration cannot be transferred across different companies that are affiliated with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness. If you can no longer attend a date offered by Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S, you will be asked to cancel your registration and register with a different training company.

Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S reserves the right to cancel any scheduled in-person training due to a public health issue/COVID safety concern.  In some cases, an online training may be offered in place of in-person. In the event that a training is cancelled or you do not wish to attend online, you may transfer to another training or receive a refund.

As of January 1, 2023, trainees have 12 months to complete both parts of the training and the required consultation hours whether you are taking your training in-person or online. If you do not complete your required sections in this time frame specified by EMDRIA, you are required to complete Part I again before continuing. If you began your Part I training prior to January 1, 2023, the rules that were posted at the time you began your training apply to the completion deadline. To submit consultation verification, please visit the EMDR Therapy Completion page to submit consultation verification. 

Documentation replacement fees: Replacement documents (certificates of completion, CE verification, wall certificates, etc.) can be replicated in the event they are lost or unavailable. Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S reserves the right to charge an administrative fee of $10 per document for replacement if the request is over 30 days from when the document was originally issued. Please email me at tammymoore.emdr@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

Eligibility to take the training:  

In order to take an EMDRIA-approved training program, you must meet one of the following requirements for eligibility:

  • A masters or doctoral degree in a clinical mental health-related field (e.g., counseling, marriage & family therapy, social, psychology) required.  Although it is not required, it is strongly preferred that you are in active clinical practice and working with clients
  • Master’s level students may be permitted to take the course if Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S receives a letter of recommendation from a faculty member or clinical site supervisor ahead of time. Requests and letters of recommendation can be sent to tammymoore.emdr@gmail.com Your registration is not considered complete/confirmed until approval is granted.
  • Medical professionals (e.g. master’s level nurses, physicians) are also be eligible to take the course if they possess a clinical master’s or doctorate degree and if their primary specialty is within mental health.  Prior approval is required from Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S. Requests and supplemental information can be sent to tammymoore.emdr@gmail.com Your registration is not considered complete/confirmed until approval is granted.
  • Chemical dependency professionals with a master’s degree or higher may also be eligible to take the course.  Pastoral/Christian counselors, art/music/dance therapists may also be eligible if they can show sufficient clinical content on their Master’s level transcripts.  Prior approval is required from Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S. Requests and supplemental information can be sent to tammymoore.emdr@gmail.com. Your registration is not considered complete/confirmed until approval is granted.

Schedule of Trainings

EMDR Therapy Training IN PERSON with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness:

TRAINER: Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S 

February 2024/May 2024 Training Bundle

Part I: February 23-25, 2024

Part II: May 17-19, 2024

8:00am-4:30pm ET each day

Presented by Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S

Location:

Carolina Outreach

2670 Durham-Chapel Hill Boulevard

Durham, NC 27707

(Located on the 10A bus route.)

Cost:

$1,300 (2 payments of $650)

*Please remember that trainings are sold as a bundle. When registered, you will be enrolled for both Part I and Part II trainings*

EMDR Therapy Training IN PERSON with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness:

TRAINER: Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S 

May 2024/August 2024 Training Bundle

Part I: May 31-June 2, 2024

Part II: August 9-11, 2024

8:00am-4:30pm ET each day

Presented by Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S

Location:

UNC Charlotte

Popp Martin Student Union, Room 262

8845 Craver Rd.

Charlotte, NC 28262

**Please Note** On site parking is available. Attendees will responsible for all parking costs. On site parking is free during the weekend. Please plan accordingly. Please follow this LINK for more parking information.

Cost:

$1,300 (2 payments of $650 or 3 payments of $433.33)

*Please remember that trainings are sold as a bundle. When registered, you will be enrolled for both Part I and Part II trainings*

Consultation

For current information about consultation with Tammy Moore, MSW, LISW-S please visit link. You may also complete your required consultation hours with consultants that have been approved by The Institute for Creative Mindfulness.  Click here for updated information and rates.

Required and Recommended Reading & Resources

We’ve prepared a guideline of the resources we require and recommend as part of our training, including notes on when best to read each resources. There are several that are useful for you to read in preparation for the training and others that you will be able to best comprehend after the various phases of your training. Click HERE to access the list.

F.A.Q.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, with certain clients. Your trainer and small group facilitators will help you determine which clients will be the best fit for starting EMDR Therapy. It is a common misconception that you aren’t able to use EMDR until the whole training is completed

No. You will receive a Certificate of EMDR Therapy Training after successful completion of Parts I & II and your required consultation. At that point, you may refer to yourself as “fully trained in EMDR Therapy.” If you complete only Part I, you may cite that you have “partial training” or “some training” in EMDR Therapy. Many competent EMDR therapists practice EMDR Therapy with only the Certificate of EMDR Therapy training. This is completely acceptable and generally ethical. In our view, the best ethical safeguard is to make sure that some of your continuing education for the rest of your career is directly connected to EMDR Therapy if you’re going to continue to use it. After completion of our Training Program in EMDR Therapy, you are eligible to begin the optional process for applying to be a Certified EMDR Therapist through the EMDR International Association. For more information on that process, click HERE.

We recommend that you take 4-6 hours of consultation (available in groups or individually) between your Part 1 & 2 training to ensure getting the most out of the Part 2. If for some reason you are not able to complete any consultation between Part 1 & Part 2 you are still allowed to take the Part 2, there will be more catch-up work to be completed afterwards and you may not receive full benefit from the Part 2 training.

No. During your foundational training we require that you complete your supplementary consultation with one of our approved consultants on the Institute for Creative Mindfulness team.

If you are interested in getting some preliminary reading done before the training, we’ve prepared a guideline to the books we recommend as part of our training, including notes on when best to read each resources. There are several that are useful for you to read in preparation for the training and others that you will be able to best comprehend after the various phases of your training. Click HERE to access the list.