Frequently Asked Questions
What makes your EMDR therapy training program different from other providers?
We are the only EMDRIA-approved training program that teaches EMDR therapy through the lens of mindfulness. The mindful elements of EMDR therapy were more implicit than explicit when Dr. Francine Shapiro, a student of mind-body medicine, first introduced the therapy. Our curriculum makes the mindful elements explicit. We are now able to train people from the ground up in how to implement mindfulness strategies within the framework of the basic, 8-phase standard protocol. We have found that this approach resonates for people with previous mindfulness training and helps those without previous mindfulness training to understand, to adapt, and to implement EMDR therapy effectively from day one.
We deliver the fundamentals of basic training which, for many, in the past has been a gateway to practicing with single-incident trauma clients. Our trainees find that they are more quickly able to apply EMDR therapy to clients with complex PTSD, dissociative issues, and other complicated diagnoses. They also develop the necessary strategies for addressing developmental trauma and healing attachment wounds within a mindful framework.
We recognize the fear that many new trainees have in learning and adapting to a new paradigm like EMDR therapy. Much like the client-centered approach to our therapeutic practices embraced by our faculty and other team members, our trainee-centered approach in consultation promotes a non-shaming, open and inclusive platform for continued learning.
We are the only EMDRIA-approved training program that teaches EMDR therapy through the lens of mindfulness. The mindful elements of EMDR therapy were more implicit than explicit when Dr. Francine Shapiro, a student of mind-body medicine, first introduced the therapy. Our curriculum makes the mindful elements explicit. We are now able to train people from the ground up in how to implement mindfulness strategies within the framework of the basic, 8-phase standard protocol. We have found that this approach resonates for people with previous mindfulness training and helps those without previous mindfulness training to understand, to adapt, and to implement EMDR therapy effectively from day one.
We deliver the fundamentals of basic training which, for many, in the past has been a gateway to practicing with single-incident trauma clients. Our trainees find that they are more quickly able to apply EMDR therapy to clients with complex PTSD, dissociative issues, and other complicated diagnoses. They also develop the necessary strategies for addressing developmental trauma and healing attachment wounds within a mindful framework.
We recognize the fear that many new trainees have in learning and adapting to a new paradigm like EMDR therapy. Much like the client-centered approach to our therapeutic practices embraced by our faculty and other team members, our trainee-centered approach in consultation promotes a non-shaming, open and inclusive platform for continued learning.
I am interested in EMDR therapy but I'm not sure it's for me. How can I learn more about it and see if your training style is for me?
Listen to this COMPLEMENTARY teleseminar recording on EMDR Therapy with Dr. Jamie hosted by our friends at The Breathe Network. The Breathe Network also conducted an interview with Dr. Jamie about EMDR which you can access by clicking HERE.
Listen to this COMPLEMENTARY teleseminar recording on EMDR Therapy with Dr. Jamie hosted by our friends at The Breathe Network. The Breathe Network also conducted an interview with Dr. Jamie about EMDR which you can access by clicking HERE.
Do you offer scholarships or payment plans for your training programs?
We do not offer scholarships or payment plans at this time in order to keep the cost of trainings as low as possible. Our program is about half the cost of other EMDRIA-Approved trainings currently on the market and priced comparably with the EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs.
We do not offer scholarships or payment plans at this time in order to keep the cost of trainings as low as possible. Our program is about half the cost of other EMDRIA-Approved trainings currently on the market and priced comparably with the EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs.
Why do trainings have different prices?
The cost of training does vary by geographic location and component part. While faculty travel can add to costs, we work with facilities who offer us discounted prices in order to keep the cost of trainings as low as possible. As a result, we can offer training at lower prices than others.
The cost of training does vary by geographic location and component part. While faculty travel can add to costs, we work with facilities who offer us discounted prices in order to keep the cost of trainings as low as possible. As a result, we can offer training at lower prices than others.
Will I be able to do EMDR therapy with clients after Part I of the training?
Yes, with certain clients. Your trainer and small group facilitators will help you determine which clients will be the best fit for starting EMDR Therapy. It is a common misconception that you aren't able to use EMDR until the whole training is completed.
Yes, with certain clients. Your trainer and small group facilitators will help you determine which clients will be the best fit for starting EMDR Therapy. It is a common misconception that you aren't able to use EMDR until the whole training is completed.
Is finishing EMDR therapy basic training the same as being certified?
No. You will receive a Certificate of Basic Training after successful completion of Parts I & II and your required consultation. At that point, you may refer to yourself as "fully trained in EMDR Therapy." If you complete only Part I, you may cite that you have "partial training" or "some training" in EMDR Therapy. Many competent EMDR therapists practice EMDR Therapy with only the Certificate of Basic Training. This is completely acceptable and generally ethical. In our view, the best ethical safeguard is to make sure that some of your continuing education for the rest of your career is directly connected to EMDR Therapy if you're going to continue to use it. After completion of our Basic Training Program in EMDR Therapy, you are eligible to begin the optional process for applying to be a Certified EMDR Therapist through the EMDR International Association. For more information on that process, click HERE.
No. You will receive a Certificate of Basic Training after successful completion of Parts I & II and your required consultation. At that point, you may refer to yourself as "fully trained in EMDR Therapy." If you complete only Part I, you may cite that you have "partial training" or "some training" in EMDR Therapy. Many competent EMDR therapists practice EMDR Therapy with only the Certificate of Basic Training. This is completely acceptable and generally ethical. In our view, the best ethical safeguard is to make sure that some of your continuing education for the rest of your career is directly connected to EMDR Therapy if you're going to continue to use it. After completion of our Basic Training Program in EMDR Therapy, you are eligible to begin the optional process for applying to be a Certified EMDR Therapist through the EMDR International Association. For more information on that process, click HERE.
What do you suggest that I do in preparation for the training?
If you are interested in getting some preliminary reading done before the training, we've prepared a guideline to the books we recommend as part of our training, including notes on when best to read each resource. There are several that are useful for you to read in preparation for the training and others that you will be able to best comprehend after the various phases of your training.
If you are interested in getting some preliminary reading done before the training, we've prepared a guideline to the books we recommend as part of our training, including notes on when best to read each resource. There are several that are useful for you to read in preparation for the training and others that you will be able to best comprehend after the various phases of your training.
What is your refund policy?
The Institute for Creative Mindfulness will refund any training fees, less a $25 administrative processing fee, if you cancel two weeks prior to the training. Cancellations within two weeks of the training will be eligible for a 50% refund, and the remaining balance can be applied toward a future training with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness. Only medically documented reasons or family deaths are considered as an exception to this policy. No-shows are not eligible for a refund. In the case of inclement weather, should we cancel the training, your registration would simply be moved to our rescheduled date. If the rescheduled date isn't available for you we can offer you another date or entertain your request for a refund. If you terminate your training or need to leave it early for any reason, you are not eligible for a refund. Attendance at the entire training is required for our program to remain compliant with EMDRIA standards. Please see us with any questions on this policy or for questions about how you can make up missed segments of the training. All other situations will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Separate policy for Dubai applies; please follow this link to be directed to the training information page for Dubai.
The Institute for Creative Mindfulness will refund any training fees, less a $25 administrative processing fee, if you cancel two weeks prior to the training. Cancellations within two weeks of the training will be eligible for a 50% refund, and the remaining balance can be applied toward a future training with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness. Only medically documented reasons or family deaths are considered as an exception to this policy. No-shows are not eligible for a refund. In the case of inclement weather, should we cancel the training, your registration would simply be moved to our rescheduled date. If the rescheduled date isn't available for you we can offer you another date or entertain your request for a refund. If you terminate your training or need to leave it early for any reason, you are not eligible for a refund. Attendance at the entire training is required for our program to remain compliant with EMDRIA standards. Please see us with any questions on this policy or for questions about how you can make up missed segments of the training. All other situations will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
Separate policy for Dubai applies; please follow this link to be directed to the training information page for Dubai.
I took a Part I EMDR training with another provider. Can I finish Part II with your program?
We evaluate these situations on a case by case basis. Generally the answer is yes as long as you can provide verification of your Part I training with the other provider. We do ask you to complete all 10 of your consultation hours with us, including 4-6 of those hours before your Part II training as a refresher and so that you can get acquainted with our training program and style.
We evaluate these situations on a case by case basis. Generally the answer is yes as long as you can provide verification of your Part I training with the other provider. We do ask you to complete all 10 of your consultation hours with us, including 4-6 of those hours before your Part II training as a refresher and so that you can get acquainted with our training program and style.
If I take Part I in your program can I finish Part II and consultation in another approved program?
This would be the decision of the other program in question. We cannot make any guarantees.
This would be the decision of the other program in question. We cannot make any guarantees.
Can I complete my supplementary consultation hours with any EMDRIA-approved consultant?
No. During your basic training we require that you complete your supplementary consultation with one of our approved consultants at the Institute for Creative Mindfulness team.
No. During your basic training we require that you complete your supplementary consultation with one of our approved consultants at the Institute for Creative Mindfulness team.
Do I have to complete consultation between Part 1 & Part 2 or can it wait until both trainings are over?
We recommend that you take 4-6 hours of consultation (available in groups or individually) between your Parts 1 & 2 training to ensure getting the most out of the Part 2. If for some reason you are not able to complete any consultation between Part 1 & Part 2 you are still allowed to take the Part 2, there will be more catch-up work to be completed afterwards and you may not receive full benefit from the Part 2 training.
We recommend that you take 4-6 hours of consultation (available in groups or individually) between your Parts 1 & 2 training to ensure getting the most out of the Part 2. If for some reason you are not able to complete any consultation between Part 1 & Part 2 you are still allowed to take the Part 2, there will be more catch-up work to be completed afterwards and you may not receive full benefit from the Part 2 training.
Do you offer continuing education for my profession?
Mindful Ohio & 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 (#RCS091306). At this time, we are able to offer you a certificate of continuing education from this body after each part of the training (21 hours for each part). No continuing education can be offered for consultation.
Mindful Ohio & the Institute for Creative Mindfulness is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Mindful Ohio & The Institute for Creative Mindfulness maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Each part of the EMDR Therapy training program (Part I & Part II) offers 21 CE units.
Please check to ensure that your board in your state accepts continuing education approved by an APA provider (we can verify this is the case for the major clinical licenses in Pennsylvania and California). In Minnesota, Licensed Psychologists are covered under this APA approval for CEs. Separate approval is granted for counselors (LPC/LPCCs) and MFTs (pending for social workers). In North Carolina, our existing approvals and contents meet requirements set forth by the psychology, social work, and marriage and family therapy board. For counselors, continuing education credits (NBCC) will be made available through our co-sponsor, CELearning Systems. Full approval credits for counselors are currently pending. In Montana, both parts of the training are fully approved for 21 CEU credits for social workers, MFTs, LCPCs, and LACs (SWP/MFT/LAC/LCPC 0115-2018; SWP/MFT/LAC/LCPC-0001-2019) by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry.
In many cases where APA credits are not accepted outright, boards will award continuing education hours for activities that are awarded CEs or CEUs in other states or by national bodies by comparable professions as long as you provide the certificate of the hours and the syllabus. It is your responsibility to find out if this is the case for your state before enrolling in the training if you are expecting CEs/CEUs; a pre or post program approval form may be required.
Please visit the separate information page for the Dubai EMDR training page for information about continuing education logistics with Dubai Healthcare City.
Mindful Ohio & 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 (#RCS091306). At this time, we are able to offer you a certificate of continuing education from this body after each part of the training (21 hours for each part). No continuing education can be offered for consultation.
Mindful Ohio & the Institute for Creative Mindfulness is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Mindful Ohio & The Institute for Creative Mindfulness maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Each part of the EMDR Therapy training program (Part I & Part II) offers 21 CE units.
Please check to ensure that your board in your state accepts continuing education approved by an APA provider (we can verify this is the case for the major clinical licenses in Pennsylvania and California). In Minnesota, Licensed Psychologists are covered under this APA approval for CEs. Separate approval is granted for counselors (LPC/LPCCs) and MFTs (pending for social workers). In North Carolina, our existing approvals and contents meet requirements set forth by the psychology, social work, and marriage and family therapy board. For counselors, continuing education credits (NBCC) will be made available through our co-sponsor, CELearning Systems. Full approval credits for counselors are currently pending. In Montana, both parts of the training are fully approved for 21 CEU credits for social workers, MFTs, LCPCs, and LACs (SWP/MFT/LAC/LCPC 0115-2018; SWP/MFT/LAC/LCPC-0001-2019) by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry.
In many cases where APA credits are not accepted outright, boards will award continuing education hours for activities that are awarded CEs or CEUs in other states or by national bodies by comparable professions as long as you provide the certificate of the hours and the syllabus. It is your responsibility to find out if this is the case for your state before enrolling in the training if you are expecting CEs/CEUs; a pre or post program approval form may be required.
Please visit the separate information page for the Dubai EMDR training page for information about continuing education logistics with Dubai Healthcare City.
I am traveling from out of town to take the training. What airport do I fly into and where can I stay?
Please visit our travel page for recommendations in Cortland, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh by clicking HERE.
For trainings outside of Ohio and Pennsylvania, please contact your training faculty directly for recommendations.
Please visit our travel page for recommendations in Cortland, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh by clicking HERE.
For trainings outside of Ohio and Pennsylvania, please contact your training faculty directly for recommendations.
