Frequently Asked Questions
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1. Will I be certified after taking the class?
Answer: No. In order to become a certified therapist, you must meet the following criteria:
a mental health professional.
Eligibility requirements as set by EMDRIA
2. Complete an EMDRIA approved Basic Training program includes:- 20 hrs of instruction
- 20 hrs of supervised practice in the workshop
- and follow-up *10 hrs of consultation for on-going practice. At the end of the consultation, the student will receive a "certificate of completion". This is the beginning process of certification, other requirements still remain.
an Approved Consultant in EMDR.
5. Complete 12 hours CEU's in EMDR.
2. Is certification required to practice EMDR?
Answer: No. Certification is not required at this time in order for a clinician to practice EMDR. If you have taken the basic training and consultation, then you can use EMDR under your license. Certification in EMDR is an option that many therapists have wanted because of managed care concerns and hospital privileges. In some venues, two weekend trainings in EMDR are not considered sufficient. The EMDR Certification model is patterned after the certification models of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAFMT) Approved Supervisor training.
3. When do I receive a certificate of completion?
Answer: A certificate of completion is given after the clinician has completed the Basic EMDR training workshop and 10 hours of follow-up consultation.
2. What if an approved consultant is not available for face-to-face focused consultation?
Answer: For those who are not easily accessible for face-to-face consultation, consultation may be obtain via phone or by internet conferencing.
5. How is my training different or the same as other EMDR workshops?
In order to be a trainer, a therapist must be approved by EMDRIA as a Basic Training Provider. Each trainer’s manual has been approved with preset specifications according to EMDRIA requirements. The Basic Training has been accredited for 40 CEU’s by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling.
CE Broker Provider # 50-9140. NASW # 886520837
How we differ is in format, length and price.
As a single provider, I am allowed to train a max of 10 students at a time. In some locations, there may be more than one trainer on site allowing for more participants.
I decided on a 5 day format rather than over 2 weekends after experiencing the training myself and student feedback from past workshops. I have found this better equips the therapist and improves success in the early stages of using EMDR. It’s important to fully discuss and practice the process and techniques in great depth. This helps to build the therapist’s confidence and comfort level in facilitating the treatment process with the client.
I have kept the fee within the standard rate, and included the ten hours of group consultation for no addition cost. To complete the basic training, one must complete the ten hours of group consultation. This ensures all students will have the opportunity to totally complete the training requirements. The consultation group meets every other week after the workshop via internet conferencing to go over case studies and answer any questions. This makes it convenient and speeds up the completion process. After the required 10 hours of group consultation your certificate of completion is mailed to you. For those that wish to be a certified EMDR Therapist, an additional 20 hours of consultation is required with completing 50-75 EMDR sessions with at least 25 clients. As a consultant, I can further assist with that process via web conferencing or by phone. I am always just a phone call away to answer any of my students’ questions.
6. How can I host a workshop?
Diane Clayton, MSW, LCSW
239-851-4438
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