Basic Training – Learning Objectives and Practicum

BASIC TRAINING

Part 1 Objectives:

By the end of Part 1 of EMDR Basic Training with EMDR Professional Training, the participant will be able to:

1. Summarize the history of EMDR and the research supporting its application.
2. Identify the mechanism by which EMDR therapy is theorized to work.
3. Summarize the methodology of the AIP model.
4. Differentiate between the AIP model and other forms of psychotherapy.
5. Recall at least one action of each part of the AIP 3-pronged approach -- Past, Present, and Future.
6. Recall each of the 8-phases of the EMDR Standard Protocol.
7. Apply the 3-pronged, 8-phased EMDR protocol with select case conceptualizations.
8. Identify at least two stabilization techniques for a client.
9. Identify therapist traits and actions for effective practice of EMDR therapy.
10. Identify best practices for seating arrangement and distance between therapist and client.
11. Identify at least one blocking belief about the use of EMDR therapy.
12. Apply the three-pronged model to the EMDR treatment plan.
13. Identify at least three features of future template.
14. Recall all components of recent event protocol.
15. Explain when and how to use EMD.
16. Practice screening for dissociation.
17. Identify at least three strategies to deal with over and under accessing within the Window of Tolerance.
18. Recognize when and how to use Resourcing.
19. Recall implications of cultural and other forms of diversity in EMDR therapy.

In Practicum 1, the participant will be able to:

1. Apply AIP, EMDR 8 Phases, and Three-Pronged Protocol to hypothetical cases.
2. Practice taking a trauma history,
3. Practice stabilization techniques including “Safe/Calm Place.”
4. Practice construction of an EMDR treatment plan.
5. Practice in the “therapist” role related to mechanics and observing accelerated processing.
6. Practice each of the EMDR scripts.
7. Experience the accelerated processing of EMDR from “client” role as appropriate.
8. Practice awareness and sensitivity to diverse populations within the practicum experience.

In Part 1 Consultation, the participant will be able to:

1. Apply all phases and aspects of EMDR therapy as relates to actual clients.
2. Practice actual client selection.
3. Practice skills in a developmental manner as skill in EMDR progresses.
4. Practice strengths and improve weaknesses in collaborative manner with feedback on building strengths.
5. Identify opportunities for case presentation and collaboration.
6. Differentiate between successes and setbacks, as well as personal fears about utilizing EMDR therapy.
7. Recognize issues of cultural diversity that may affect clinical practice of EMDR therapy.

Part 2 Objectives:

By the end of Part 2 of EMDR Basic Training with EMDR Professional Training, the participant will be able to:

1. Recall Part 1 learning including the 8 phases, 3-Pronged Protocol, Safe/Calm Place, Recent Events protocol, EMD, and EMDR Treatment Planning.
2. Apply knowledge and academic theory of Part 1, with deeper knowledge, additional questions, synthesis, and levels of insight.
3. Identify at least two client circumstances in which a modification of the Standard EMDR Protocol may be needed.
4. Differentiate between simple symptom presentations and complex clinical presentations, C-PTSD, and Dissociation.
5. Identify the two types of Cognitive Interweaves.
6. Differentiate appropriate and inappropriate applications of Cognitive Interweave.
7. Identify the three themes Cognitive Interweaves center around and the considerations that accompany these themes.
8. Recognize PTSD, Complex Trauma and dissociation and apply to AIP and EMDR therapy.
9. Identify additional clients with whom to utilize EMDR therapy including clients of diverse cultures and identities.
10. Demonstrate an AIP informed treatment approach with mutually agreed upon treatment goals based on the client’s presenting complaints.
11. Analyze client readiness for treatment, modalities to be utilized, and external supports.
12. Rank client issues, targets, and themes.
13. Demonstrate development of a comprehensive treatment plan.
14. Recall at least one assessment to consider using in the History Taking phase when working with C-PTSD and other Complex Cases.
15. Differentiate between Symptom Reduction and Comprehensive Treatment in Case Conceptualization.
16. Recall at least one point of awareness of therapist issues in treating Complex PTSD.
17. Identify at least one consideration within each of the Eight Phases when working with C-PTSD and complex cases.
18. Identify at least one cause of blocked or stuck processing and accompanying strategies to open pathways for processing.

In Practicum 2, the participant will be able to:

1. Apply AIP, EMDR 8 Phases, and Three-Pronged Protocol to hypothetical cases.
2. Form connections with fellow trainees, Facilitators (Approved Consultants), and Trainers.
3. Practice and articulate standard protocol.
4. Practice treatment planning.
5. Practice in the “therapist” role related to mechanics and observing accelerated processing.
6. Demonstrate the accelerated processing of EMDR from “client” role as appropriate.
7. Practice awareness and sensitivity to diverse populations within the practicum experience.

In Part 2 Consultations, the participant will be able to:

1. Practice presentation skills related to AIP and EMDR therapy— applying knowledge to actual cases.
2. Apply EMDR protocol to cases, requiring evaluation of both client readiness/needs and decision making in protocol.
3. Analyze, offer, and receive feedback on cases.
4. Analyze clinical skills with the use of the self-evaluation rubric.
5. Practice presentation skills related to AIP and EMDR therapy— applying knowledge to actual cases.
6. Apply EMDR protocol to cases, requiring evaluation of both client readiness/needs and decision making in protocol.
7. Analyze, offer, and receive feedback on cases.
8. Demonstrate an integration of feedback from facilitators and trainer from prior sessions in the training.
9. Practice skills of articulating and communicating with appropriate feedback to others.
10. Recognize issues of cultural diversity that may affect clinical practice of EMDR therapy.

Part 3 Objectives:

By the end of Part 3 of EMDR Basic Training with EMDR Professional Training, the participant will be able to:

1. Recall, articulate, and apply standard protocol with increased ease and less reliance on scripts.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and techniques for blocked processing including Cognitive Interweave.
3. Apply new questions related to clients with complex case presentations, complex PTSD and dissociation.
4. Analyze special populations discussed and modify or consider issues in AIP case formulation and application of EMDR therapy.
5. Identify areas which acquire specialized EMDR training for the individual practitioner’s practice and where to obtain the training.
6. Summarize the process of becoming an EMDR Certified Therapist and becoming an EMDRIA member.
7. Identify at least one consideration for working with racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse populations.
8. Identify at least one consideration for working with those struggling with addictions.
9. Identify at least one special consideration for each of the Eight Phases when applied to Early Intervention Protocol.

In Part 3 Practicum, the participant will be able to:

1. Apply AIP, EMDR 8 Phases, and Three-Pronged Protocol to hypothetical cases.
2. Practice standard protocol with further accuracy and without dependence on scripts.
3. Recognize the accelerated processing of EMDR from “client” role as appropriate.
4. Practice skills for stuck processing including Cognitive interweave as necessary.
5. Practice awareness and sensitivity to diverse populations within the practicum experience

In Part 3 Consultations, the participant will be able to:

1. Practice presentation skills related to AIP and EMDR therapy— applying knowledge to actual cases and building new, developmental skills.
2. Apply EMDR protocol to cases, requiring evaluation of both client readiness/ needs and decision making in protocol.
3. Practice appropriate receive feedback on cases.
4. Practice self-evaluation of skills from Part 1 and Part 2 to current consultation.
5. Demonstrate an integration of feedback from prior consultation sessions.
6. Practice appropriate feedback to others within the consultation group.
7. Apply expanded skills to clients.
8. Recognize issues of cultural diversity that may affect clinical practice of EMDR therapy.

Practicum

EMDR Basic Training involves a Practicum component throughout the three-part course. During Practicum, participants will have the opportunity to practice skills they have learned during the lecture portion of the course and become familiar with the mechanics and process of EMDR therapy.

During practicum, each participant must take on the roles of both clinician and client, per EMDRIA guidelines, to best understand how this therapy works and is experienced.

If you have any concerns about participating in the client role, please contact us at info@emdrprofessionaltraining.com before the training begins.