EMDRIA-Approved 

EMDR  Training with  Expressive Arts Therapy Focus (Online)

Part II

May 9-11, 2025

(Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

9:00 am-5:30pm (Eastern Time)

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. Completing our full basic training approved by the EMDR International Association is a multi-tiered process. 

Part II Training (3 Days= 21 total hours of Lecture and Practicum): Enhanced practicum content, covering best practices for using EMDR Therapy with special populations and in the tricky scenarios of clinical practice; advanced content on ethics and neurobiology also covered, in addition to working with the art of case conceptualization. Day 4 of the training focuses on ethical practice, learning about interweaves, appropriate use of modifications (according to the EMDRIA definition of EMDR). and applying modifications for special populations. By the end of Day 4, participants will have had the 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, and accessing specialty resources and protocols for variously noted populations. 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.

Instructor(s)

Irene Rodriguez, LMHC, REAT

Irene M. Rodriguez, M.S., LMHC, REAT, is the founder and director of Mindful Journey Center. She holds a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Irene is a Registered Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT), an EMDRIA-approved consultant and trainer. She is also a Certified Laughter Yoga Facilitator and Meditation Facilitator. Irene co-authored a chapter on EMDR Therapy and Expressive Arts Therapy with Dr. Jamie Marich in the book EMDR Therapy and Creative Arts. Irene is known for her supportive approach to training, meeting trainees where they are and helping them develop skills with compassion and guidance. Her career began in community mental health, and she has since specialized in areas such as addiction, complex trauma, attachment, dissociation, mindfulness, expressive arts, and compassion fatigue. She creates workshops and trainings that foster a sense of community, fun, and a non-judgmental environment for enhancing learning.

Continuing Education

This is live interactive webinar-based training. This is a beginner-level course. Attendance at all live sessions, and course evaluation is required to receive CE Certificate. Course evaluations are made available after all live sessions have been completed within this course portal. Upon completing the evaluation, participants will automatically receive their certificate via the email used to create their Thinkific account. If the certificate is not received within 24 hours, please contact [email protected]

CE credit hours for this training are offered in conjunction with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness (ICM), who licenses the training curriculum. Please refer to ICM’s organizational policies for any customer service issues pertaining to CE credit hours. 

This course is approved for 21 CE credit hours by the following approval agencies:

State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
The Institute for Creative Mindfulness is an approved provider of continuing education by the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board for counselors, social workers, and marriage/family therapists. Approval: #RCS091306

American Psychological Association
The Institute for Creative Mindfulness is approved by American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Institute for Creative Mindfulness maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

A General Note About Approvals
Please also note that APA-approved sponsors are accepted by many state boards, such as California BBS and major licensure boards within the state of Pennsylvania. In both of these cases, separate paperwork does not need to be filled out. Many state boards also accept out-of-state providers, which is why our Ohio approvals appear on every training. In some states, pre- or post-program approval forms must be sent, and you are responsible for checking into the rules of the licensure board in your state as to what is required. Please let the Institute for Creative Mindfulness know if you need support documentation in any way for these pre or post-program approval applications.

Course Curriculum

    1. Your Distance Based EMDR Therapy Part II Training

    2. Informed Consent & Code of Conduct

    3. Tips for a Successful Online Training

    4. Course Description & Objectives

    5. Required and Recommended Reading & Resources

    6. Zoom Information and Logistics

    7. Presenter and Assistant Presenters

    8. Training Agenda

    1. 10th (B) Edition Part II Manual (2023)

    2. EMDR Therapy Worksheets

    3. Formas Terapia EMDR en español (Fases 1 a 8)

    4. Recursos Preparación (Fase 2)

    5. Navigating Dissociation Infographic

    6. Window of Tolerance Infographic

    7. Navegando Disociación

    8. Phase 1 Identity Race and Culture

    9. EMDRIA Required Quiz Study Guide

    10. Bilateral Stimulation (Easy Free Online Program)

    11. EMDRIA Required Learner Assessment (Quiz) Study Guide

    1. Standard Phases 1-8

    2. Mini Demo

    3. Phase 1 Client History Telehealth

    4. Calm Safe Space Telehealth

    5. Calm Place Gone Bad

    6. Container Telehealth

    7. Testing out DAS Telehealth

    8. Phase 3-7 Telehealth

    9. Explaining DAS

    10. Phase 8 Future Template Telehealth

    1. What's Next... Important Follow Up Information

    2. EMDR Consultation for Completing your Training

    3. EMDRIA Learner Assessment Study Guide

    1. Completing Your Course Evaluation and Receiving Your CE Certificate

    2. EMDRIA Training Evaluation (Optional)

About this course

  • Free
  • 34 lessons
  • 2.5 hours of video content