This introductory course provides an overview of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a psychotherapy approach widely used in the treatment of trauma and other distressing life experiences. Participants will explore the history, development, and theoretical underpinnings of EMDR. The course highlights appropriate clinical uses for EMDR, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and grief, and addresses key considerations for safe, ethical, and culturally responsive practice. Designed for mental health professionals, this webinar offers foundational knowledge about the EMDR modality to support further training, informed client care, and professional development in trauma-informed psychotherapy. (This is not an EMDR training).
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Describe the core principles and theoretical foundations of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
- Recognize the types of clinical issues and populations for which EMDR may be an appropriate treatment approach.
- Discuss ethical considerations and scope of practice related to EMDR implementation.
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective #1: Describe the core principles and theoretical foundations of EMDR therapy
- Theoretical Foundations of EMDR
- Core principles of EMDR
- Eight phase Protocol
Objective #2: Recognize the types of clinical issues and populations for which EMDR may be an appropriate treatment approach.
- Clinical issues EMDR May Be Effective
- Scientific research and validation
- Populations for whom EMDR May be appropriate
Objective #3: Discuss ethical considerations and scope of practice related to EMDR implementation
- Ethical Considerations
- Cultural Considerations
- When EMDR may not be appropriate
- Telehealth considerations
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 2 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 2 Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Rolanda Raymond, LCSW, ACS
Recording Date: June 26, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 2hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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