Inspired EMDR’s EMDR Therapy Basic Training is a comprehensive, interactive, and structured course that will allow you to become familiarized with the necessary skills, procedures and principles of EMDR Therapy so that you may confidently and successfully begin applying it in your practice.
Tuition: $1500 Regular Rate, $1450 Group of 3 registering together, $1350 Full Time Clinicians in not-for-profit Community Mental Health Settings or 2nd Yr. Students. Payments can be made in full or in 2 or 3 installments.
Inspired EMDR training is thoughtfully designed to make learning EMDR personalized, comprehensive, and highly practical, enabling you to confidently apply your new skills in your work right away. With a low trainer-to-participant ratio, a moderate training pace and ample dedicated practice time, you’ll build a strong clinical foundation under the guidance of an experienced trainer. As an added benefit, 10 hours of consultation are included in the training at no extra cost.
EMDR Therapy is a standardized treatment that is used world-wide. It is an evidence-based psychotherapy for the treatment of PTSD and trauma-related problems, including but not limited to wide range of mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, phobias, low self-esteem, persistent grief, addictions and compulsions, somatic responses related to illness and injury, and relationship difficulties.
The training is based on the foundational teachings of the originator of EMDR therapy, Francine Shapiro, PhD. Participants will understand and practice core EMDR Therapy skills and procedures and will have the ability to expand these skills for use with a wide range of clinical presentations and situations. Upon fulfillment of the course requirements, Inspired EMDR and the EMDR International Association will provide a certificate documenting that the training participant has completed Basic Training in EMDR. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination and ensures equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. Cheryl Kenn is responsible for ensuring that facilities and reasonable accommodations are accessible to those with disabilities.
Questions about EMDR Trainings? Please email me at ckennlcsw@gmail.com
TESTOMONIALS:
Cheryl was an excellent trainer. The training was incredibly well organized, thoughtfully paced, and easy to follow from start to finish. She created a supportive learning environment, gave insightful and constructive feedback, and clearly has deep knowledge and experience with EMDR. I left feeling much more confident and well prepared to integrate what I learned into my work. – Julie Ingenohl
I am beyond grateful for the training I received through Inspired EMDR with Cheryl Kenn, LCSW. With this basic training, I have been successful in helping many clients heal from past trauma that otherwise would not have been possible in such a short amount of time. Cheryl approaches her training and practicum with gentle compassion, intelligence and real-life experience. Her soft-spoken style created a calm, comfortable learning environment where I could be vulnerable with fellow clinicians to learn this amazing therapy. I recently engaged in an advanced practicum, and felt privileged to have such a strong foundation. – Sommer Cooke
This training greatly exceeded my expectations, and I left the training feeling prepared to start practicing EMDR right away! Cheryl thoroughly prepared our group with thoughtfulness and enthusiasm. – Samantha Rose
Training Highlights & Eligibility
Why is this training unique? Inspired EMDR’s training is designed to makes learning EMDR personalized, comprehensive and practical so that you can apply your newfound skills to your work immediately. A low trainer-trainee ratio (9-18 participants) combined with ample practice time gives you a solid foundation as taught by an experienced trainer. Bonus! – 10 hours of Consultation are embedded in the training at no extra cost. Cheryl brings comprehensive instruction, individualized support and experienced guidance throughout all training days and consultation meetings. The individualized instruction brought to you at a manageable pace gives you ample time to absorb new knowledge with minimal disruption to your schedule, giving you a more optimized learning experience.
This EMDR Basic Training Course is offered in-person or virtually
- 8 days of training / in four 2-day parts /across 3 months
- 51.5 total hours
- 20 hrs. of didactic instruction
- 21.5 hrs. of small-group supervised practice
- 10 hours of required consultation embedded in the training and included in the tuition.
- The 51.5 hour course exceeds the approved standards of EMDRIA (EMDR International Association) .
- Scripts, handouts and all materials for the training, will be made available to you through an LMS.
- 41.5 CEs are included at no additional charge
- The In-Person training is hybrid. Depending upon location: Days 6, 7, 8 OR Days 7, 8 are on Zoom.
Completion Requirements:
- Completing all days in the 8 day training, comprised of lecture, practice and consultation
- Reading EMDR: Basic Principles, Protocols and Procedures (Shapiro 2017) and other readings provided to you.
- Attendance is mandatory at all sessions. Partial credits will not be given
Eligibility Requirements: EMDRIA Guidelines determine who can attend.
Mental health professional licensed for independent practice, or who are on a licensing track under the supervision of a licensed supervisor.
- Social Workers
- Mental Health Counselors
- Marriage and Family Therapists
- Psychologists
- Psychiatrists
- Psychiatric APRNs
- Clinicians with Masters Degrees pursuing licensure with their state board, under the guidance of a clinical supervisor, who will submit a letter of status confirmation.
- Interns/Graduate students who have completed their core coursework (2nd year students) and are in a practice setting under the guidance of a clinical supervisor, who will submit a letter of status confirmation.
Overview, CEs, Required Reading, Tuition
Training Overview
- Gain knowledge about the foundational principles of EMDR as a complete psychotherapy approach.
- Apply the Adaptive Information Processing Model of EMDR Therapy as a basis for treating a wide range of clinical issues and situations, including acute trauma, recent traumatic events, PTSD and more complex cases including complex trauma.
- Apply EMDR therapy in a variety of presentations, including working with couples, children and clients presenting with addictions, phobias, somatic conditions, traumatic grief and for first responders or those exposed to combat trauma
- Identify and apply adaptations, through an anti-racist focus, in order to address culturally informed trauma and adversity.
- As a new EMDR clinician, receive individualized support to effectively weave EMDR into one’s clinical practice with other contemporary treatment paradigms including: psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and other systemic approaches while comfortably integrating EMDR into ongoing work.
- CECs: This program has been approved for Continuing Education Credit Hours by NASW-CT and meets the continuing education criteria for Social Work Licensure renewal. 41.5 continuing education credits (CEC) approved by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-CT). NASW-CT approvals are valid in CT, MA, RI, and VT. NASW-CT CEC approvals apply to the following license types: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD). The course does not offer Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits.
Required Reading: Shapiro, F. (2018). Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy: Basic principles, protocols, and procedures (3rd ed.). New York: Guildford Press. Available on Amazon.
Go With That Magazine Fall 2020, Volume 25, Issue 3 [EMDR & Racial Trauma]
Guidelines for Virtual EMDR Therapy (Spring 2020)
EMDRIA Definition of EMDR (Required supplemental reading)
Journal of EMDR Practice & Research, Vol. 13, Issue 4 (Required supplemental reading)
Rate:
$1500 for training and 10 hours of consultation.
$1450 for groups of 3 registering together.
$1350 for Full Time Clinicians in Community Mental Health Settings
$1350 for 2nd Year Students in a Mental Health Masters Program.
Payable in full or in 2 equal payments made in full by 14 days of the training start. For the 3-installment plan, please email ckennlcsw@gmail.com
Refresher: $750 for didactic portion only. CEs and EMDRIA Credits are available.
Didactic learning: 20 hours
Practicum learning: 21.5 hours
- Consultation: 10 hours
- Training Total: 51.5 hours
- Total CE Credit 41.5 hours Approved by:
- NASW-CT
- 51.5 EMDRIA Credits
Course Objectives
8 Total Days of Training: 40.5 CEs and 51.5 EMDRIA Credits
- 20 hrs. of Lecture
- 21.5 hrs. of Practice and
- 10 hrs. of Consultation embedded in the training
Part 1: Day 1 & 2
- Describe the foundations of the Adaptive Information Processing theory of EMDR Therapy
- Be aware of the theoretical, research issues and the neurobiological effects of trauma on the brain, including the clinical determinants of Traumatization and PTSD
- Establish knowledge about the historical development of EMDR Therapy
- Assess client readiness for use of EMDR Therapy
- Use the target sequencing plan to identify memories for reprocessing
- Apply the Safe-Calm Place/State
- Apply Resource Development and Installation
- Identify techniques and safeguards for emotional stabilization and containment
Part 2: Day 3 & 4
- Acquire skill in applying the procedural steps of Reprocessing.
- Further identify methods for accessing memory networks.
- Be able to identify and address blocking beliefs and feeder memories
- Conceptualize a case through the AIP model
- Identify the three prongs of the EMDR standard protocol
- Establish techniques to help clients modulate affect in and between sessions
- Develop skill in applying eight phases of the EMDR Therapy treatment method
- Engage in on-going case consultation
Part 3 – Day 5 & 6
- Establish knowledge of further strategies to facilitate reprocessing including addressing looping, resistance and client defense
- Identify and address therapeutic and cognitive interweave
- Identify special protocols to apply to specific patient populations and clinical presentations
- Demonstrate proficiency in applying the eight phases of EMDR Therapy
- Engage in on-going case consultation
Part 4 – Day 7 & 8
- Expand concepts behind constructing the Cognitive Interweave.
- Demonstrate proficiency in applying EMDR for present triggers and future desired outcomes
- Establish a knowledge base of the special clinical issues that present with adult survivors of childhood abuse and neglect.
- Describe modifications of the protocol for complex trauma & dissociation
- Apply specific interventions to establish and maintain client safety for clients presenting with dissociative phenomena
- Identify strategies for case conceptualization for the completion of treatment before termination.
- Engage in on-going case consultation
Upcoming Training Dates
UPCOMING TRAININGS:
EMDR Basic Training, In Person, East Haven, Sound Health and Wellness SUMMER 2026 9:00 am – 5:00 pm ET, *dismissal on Day 8 is at 4:30 pm
- Part 1: Day 1 & 2 Jun 26-27 (Fri-Sat)
- Part 2: Day 3 & 4 Jul 10-11 (Fri-Sat)
- Part 3: Day 5 & 6 Jul 24-25 (Fri-Sat)
- Part 4: Day 7 & 8 Aug 7-8 (Fri-Sat)
EMDR Basic Training, Virtual on Zoom FALL 2026 9:00 am – 5:00 pm ET, *dismissal on Day 8 is at 4:30 pm
- Part 1: Day 1 & 2 Sep 12-14 (Sat-Sun)
- Part 2: Day 3 & 4 Sep 26-27 (Sat-Sun)
- Part 3: Day 5 & 6 Oct 17-18 (Sat-Sun)
- Part 4: Day 7 & 8 Nov 7-8 (Sat-Sun)
EMDR Basic Training, In Person Rhode Island, East Greenwhich FALL 2026 9:00 am – 5:00 pm ET, *dismissal on Day 8 is at 4:30 pm
- Part 1: Day 1 & 2 Sep 21-22 (M-T)
- Part 2: Day 3 & 4 Oct 5-6 (M-T)
- Part 3: Day 5 & 6 Nov 2-3* (M-T) *Day 6 (NOV 3*) on Zoom
- Part 4: Day 7 & 8 Nov 18-19 (W-Th) Day 7-8 on Zoom