One of Europe’s leading providers of EMDR training with an international reputation for excellence

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is one of the most significant, exciting and innovative therapeutic developments for decades in the treatment of psychological trauma related conditions, supported by extensive research. It is recommended for the treatment of PTSD in national and international guidelines including the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE), the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS). EMDR is a successful therapy used by counsellors, therapists, psychotherapists, psychologists and psychiatrists.

Highly interactive, trainee-centred, innovative, small group EMDR courses. Accredited by EMDR Europe and EMDR UK. EMDR training provides you with the theory and skills that you can put to use immediately. Includes 10 hours of supervision.

Richard Mitchell, EMDR Works’ Senior Trainer, receiving the prestigious David Schreiber award in recognition of his outstanding achievements in the field of EMDR. The award was presented by the President of the EMDR Europe Association.

EMDR TRAINING

EMDR Works Training and Developmental Pathway

Our training for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is highly interactive with a balance between theoretical and practical work, with live and video demonstrations. In on-going consultation, coaching and development with many hundreds of EMDR Therapists successfully trained by EMDR Works, we have created effective and efficient methods for training EMDR therapists. The standard EMDR training course is divided into four parts, which includes 10 hours of supervision and consultancy. It provides the time, support and supervision necessary to enable trainees to fully integrate this unique and innovative therapy into their existing therapeutic skills.

During training, practical work takes place in small groups (maximum 12) with the assistance of an experienced facilitator or trainer. Trainees will also practice the protocol by working on their own material (i.e. an old memory), both as a client and clinician. We are currently providing EMDR online courses via Zoom at least until the end of August.

Part 1 Training: The eight phase protocol – basic theory and practice (2 days)

How Eye Movement Desensitisation and
Reprocessing was developed and the theoretical background
Adaptive Information
Processing model (AIP)
Taking a trauma history, assessing treatment contra-indications
Case conceptualisation and the ‘Three layered approach’
Strategies for stabilising patients/clients before embarking on treatment
Dealing with abreactions during treatment as well as with blocked processing
A basic understanding of dissociation
Clinical practice as client and clinician
Between Part 1 and 2 you will be expected to practice EMDR on at least one client

Part 2 Training: A deeper understanding of the protocol – working with a wider range of clients, unblocking stuck processing, identifying specific treatment problems. (2 days)

The symptom based approach
Blocked processing and the Cognitive Interweave
The Touchstone Memory – finding the root memory/ earliest experience feeding current problems
Coping with affect-tolerance problems
Activating resources to aid processing and build client strengths
Working with children and adolescents
Phobias and current anxieties and using the future template
Role plays and video material
Supervision
Clinical practice as a client and clinician.
On completion you will credited with 2 hours supervision towards accreditation

Part 3 Training: More challenging and complicated problems and interventions (2 days)

Adaptive Information Processing in practice
Complex trauma and dissociation
Sexual and other childhood abuse
Chronic and blocked grief
Working with belief systems
EMDR and depression
The ‘Flash Forward’ and anticipatory anxiety strategy
Practising advanced emotional containment and ‘benign dissociation’ strategies
Clinical practice as a client and clinician
Supervision
On completion you will credited with a further 2 hours supervision towards accreditation (total 4 hours)

Part 4 Training: Accreditation, consultation and supervision. (1 day)
(Anyone who has previously completed all three parts of EMDR training may take Part 4 for supervision or as a refresher)

Applying the theory in your practice
Examine and analyse your clinical use of EMDR
Common mistakes
Refresh your knowledge of the clinical applications of EMDR
Learn through sharing your experience of using EMDR
Cultivate an accreditation-oriented approach to the practical application of EMDR
On completion you will be credited with a further 6 hours supervision towards accreditation (total 10 hours)

Timetable

Parts 1, 2 & 3 – Day 1:

8:30am: Registration
9:00am: Start
5:30pm: End

Parts 1, 2 & 3 – Day 2:

8:30am: Registration
9:00am: Start
5:00pm: End

Part 4 – Day 3:

8:30am: Registration
9:00am: Start
5:00pm: End

Accreditation as an EMDR Europe accredited practitioner:

On completion of all four parts of your EMDR Works training, you will be trained to a level which is recognised throughout the UK and Europe and you will receive the EMDR Europe certificate of completion.

You will have completed 10 hours of group supervision and consultancy from the 20 Hours (minimum) that you need in order to become accredited. You will then be encouraged to complete the final part of your accreditation as an EMDR UK and Ireland Association and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner. Accreditation is voluntary, but highly recommended.

EMDR Works Training Schedule

No further standard EMDR training courses are planned for the time being, except for in-house training.

Eligibility To Train

Click here to view the full eligibility to train details on the EMDR Association UK’s website

ALL applicants must have a significant proportion of their current primary role delivering 1:1 psychotherapy.
ALL applicants must have the full support of their clinical supervisor to attend the training.
ALL applications must have access to training cases for the duration of the course.

MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Clinical psychologists (HCPC)
Counselling psychologists (HCPC)
Educations psychologists (HCPC)
Forensic psychologists (HCPC)

PSYCHIATRISTS:

MRC Psych or equivalent (including Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training in any psychiatric speciality)
or:

(a) Have completed both long and short psychotherapy cases, and
(b) Have the equivalent of three years full-time psychiatric experience, and
(c) Provide a letter from the line manager confirming the above.

Registered Mental Health Nurses (NMC), Registered Learning Disability Nurses (NMC), Arts Psychotherapists (HCPC),
Occupational Therapists (HCPC) and Registered Social Workers who:

(a) Have mental health training, can recognise and assess common mental health problems and have experience working in a mental health setting, and
(b) Have training and a minimum of two years experience of providing one-to-one psychotherapy, in addition to their professional training, and
(c) Have provided a reference from their clinical supervisor, confirming the above.

COUNSELLORS/ PSYCHOTHERAPISTS

MUST hold full accreditation by one of the following professional bodies:

BABCP
BABCP
UKCP
British Psychoanalytic Council (BPCP)
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) Accredited Professional grade.
Federation of Drug & Alcohol Practitioners (FDAP) who are NCAC accredited.
COSCA
COSRT

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY TRAINEES

In their final year of training, with a letter of recommendation from their clinical supervisor, are eligible to begin the Standard EMDR Europe course but cannot fully complete it until their registration with HCPC is confirmed.

NHS England applicants:

Click here to view the HEE Eligibility List.

Click here to view the HEE NHSE EMDR Clinical Governance Guidance document.

In-House Training

The EMDR Works team has extensive experience of delivering in-house training across the NHS, mental health charities and professional teams.

EMDR Works offers high-quality, cost-effective EMDR courses accredited by EMDR Europe and EMDR UK, delivered at a venue of your choice or online. In-house EMDR training saves you time and money as our professional team can come directly to you, minimising travel and accommodation costs for your staff.

Without obligation, we can explore your EMDR training needs and identify and address the issues and challenges that you and your colleagues face. We focus on delivering EMDR training that is readily applicable in practice and which delivers measurable benefits for your organisation or team. If required, our training team can supplement the core EMDR Europe-accredited syllabus to meet your organisation’s specific requirements.

In-house training is an excellent option for teams/organisations who would like several staff members (minimum 12) trained in EMDR.

To discuss your needs and to receive a quotation, contact admin@emdrworks.org

Trainee-Centred Courses

Training designed to meet individual trainees’ requirements

The EMDR Works team will make sure that you gain the skills and understanding necessary to begin using the EMDR model right from the time you complete Part 1. Time will be given to discuss with you how to get started and how to apply the EMDR protocol to your particular work setting.

Interactive groups in a tutorial format

The consolidation of learning in any training course does not just take place during the formal lectures, but most importantly, in the small discussion and practice groups. At EMDR Works, we give special time and attention to making sure that you integrate the information given to you into your practice.

Emphasis on building strong group cohesion

Your group facilitator is highly trained in building the best possible environment for effective learning. EMDR Works course members are usually drawn from a range of professional groups. This gives you ample opportunity to work with those from your own profession whilst also providing a rich opportunity to hear and understand different approaches to working with trauma from other mental health professionals.

Training within a supportive and safe learning environment

Through discussion and experience, your trainer and facilitator will help you to understand that trauma unites all psychotherapy. There is a common experience and language of trauma which is international. This will help you to appreciate that there is a level at which we are all united, no matter what our professional background, race, religion or gender, and that we are working together towards a common goal.

High staff to trainee ratio

The EMDR Works team is highly trained and experienced to give you the best opportunity to learn. There will always be enough staff to make sure that you receive the attention that you require in order to maximise your learning, both in small groups and individually. The staff to trainee ratio is never greater than 1 to 12 and is often less.

Practical learning and discussion

EMDR Works training is highly interactive with a balance between theory, practical work, demonstrations and video material. Practical work takes place in small groups with the assistance of an experienced facilitator or trainer. You will have the opportunity to practice the protocol by working on your own material, both as a client and a clinician.

ABOUT US

The EMDR Works Team

Richard Mitchell

Richard Mitchell is an EMDR Europe accredited Senior Trainer
He is the founding president of the EMDR Europe Association and has contributed significantly to the development and implementation of the highest standards in the theory and practice of EMDR throughout Europe.
He was trained in EMDR by Francine Shapiro in 1993/4 and is one of the most respected and experienced EMDR trainers in Europe.
He rigorously applies the highest standards to his training.
He has an international reputation as a skilled senior trainer who has trained throughout the world as part of the EMDR Humanitarian assistance programme following national disasters, war and civil conflict.
He has played a pivotal role in making the EMDR Europe Association the largest and most influential trauma related organisation in Europe. EMDR Europe now has over 7000 members.
He is chair of the EMDR Europe Standards Committee and is responsible for the monitoring and accreditation of EMDR Europe trainers and training courses.
Richard is a trustee of the EMDR UK & Ireland Association Council and is actively involved in the development of EMDR in the UK & Ireland
Richard is director of EMDR Works
His background is in mental health social work and psychodynamic and humanistic psychotherapy.
Richard is totally committed to the development of EMDR theory and practice in line with the most recent research and theoretical developments.

Therese McGoldrick

Therese’s background is in mental health nursing and cognitive behavioural psychotherapy (CBT).
She is an accredited and experienced EMDR Practitioner, consultant and facilitator.
Therese has trained throughout the world as part of the EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programme following national disasters, war and civil conflict.
She is head of services for an NHS Trusts Behavioural Psychotherapy Service.
Therese is also an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at Stirling University.
She has an esteemed reputation as a researcher and has published widely.
Therese has been presented with EMDRIA’s award for Outstanding Research in EMDR.

Marian Tobin

Marian Tobin is an EMDR Europe-accredited consultant, training facilitator and clinical supervisor.
She has thirty years experience working in the field of adult mental health services in management and as clinical lead, predominately within the context of crisis and community mental health teams, where she has been instrumental in the development and delivery of specialist crisis, trauma and PTSD services.
She has clinical expertise in the treatment of complex trauma with adult survivors of childhood sexual, emotional and physical abuse. She is also highly skilled in the treatment of trauma and PTSD using EMDR with refugees, asylum seekers who have been held hostage and experienced torture and abuse.
Marian is contracted to provide EMDR therapy to traumatised service personnel of national & international public and voluntary organisations who have experienced and/or witnessed extreme human cruelty or tragedy in the course of their working lives.
Trained in Critical Incident response Marian is a former member of the pan London psychosocial emergency planning group formed in response to the terrorist attacks in London in 2005. She has continued to be actively involved in the provision of psychological treatment to victims of subsequent terrorist incidents in the capital and to those suffering PTSD associated with national atrocities.
Marian is a trustee and board member of the national EMDR UK & Ireland Association; she is chair of the conference committee and a member of the accreditation committee.
Her professional background is in mental health social work and she is registered with the Health Care Professions Council.
Marian is based in central London where she has a private practice.

Keith Piper

Keith Piper is an independent Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 35 years experience.
He is a Chartered Psychologist and registered with the Health Professions Council. He is a member of the BPS Division of Clinical Psychology.
He was Head of a Department of a Clinical Health Psychology in the National Health Service in the UK until 2015.
He was trained by Francine Shapiro in 1994 and 1995.
He became an EMDR Facilitator and Accredited EMDR Consultant in 2000.
He has held offices in the EMDR UK Association and Ireland as a Board member and Trustee. He was Secretary 2004-2007 and then President of the Association 2007-2008.
Since 2008 he was a UK representative to EMDR Europe. He was elected as the Secretary of EMDR
Europe and a member of the EMDR Europe Executive.
He has contributed widely to the development of policy and governance in both the UK and Europe.
He now has a private practice involving clinical work, medico-legal work, clinical supervision and trainings in EMDR.

The EMDR Works Administrators: Judy Mitchell and Sharon Williamson

Judy is EMDR Works’ Training Administrator. She deals with initial enquiries, applications and administration during training.

Sharon is EMDR Works’ Finance Administrator. She answers finance and payment queries, processes invoices and payment and is responsible for book-keeping. She also liaises with venues to ensure that training runs smoothly.

Both Judy and Sharon can be contacted on admin@emdrworks.org.

Training with Richard Mitchell

Richard Mitchell is an EMDR Europe accredited Senior Trainer and is one of the most respected and experienced EMDR trainers in Europe.

He was trained in EMDR by Francine Shapiro in 1993/4.
He is the founding president of the EMDR Europe Association and played a pivotal role in building that organisation from four countries with a few hundred members to its present 31 countries with over 25,000 members, making it the largest and most influential trauma organisation in Europe.
He is chair of the EMDR Europe Standards Committee and is responsible for the accreditation of EMDR Europe trainers and training courses and for the upholding and advancement of standards in training and practice.
As chair, he has contributed significantly to the development, implementation and maintenance of the highest standards in the theory and practice of EMDR throughout Europe and he rigorously applies those standards to his own training.
Richard is totally committed to the development of EMDR theory and practice in line with the most recent research and theoretical developments.
Richard is also and a founding member of the EMDR UK & Ireland Association. He is a trustee of the Association and is actively involved in the development of EMDR in the UK & Ireland.
He also has developed an international reputation for his work throughout the world as part of the EMDR Humanitarian Assistance programme where he helped to establish EMDR treatment services following natural disasters, war and civil conflict.
Richard is a director of EMDR Works Ltd
Richard has a private practice where he offers supervision and specialises in working with complex and recent trauma.
His background is in mental health social work and psychodynamic and humanistic psychotherapy.

Links

EMDR Europe
Establishes, maintains and promotes the highest standards of excellence and integrity in EMDR practice, research and education throughout Europe. The professional organisation which accredits EMDR Trainers and the approved EMDR training course.
www.emdr-europe.org

EMDR UK Association
The essential resource for all UK-specific EMDR information on practice, teaching, and training. The professional organisation which accredits EMDR Practitioners and Consultants in collaboration with EMDR Europe.
www.emdrassociation.org.uk

The Francine Shapiro Library
The Francine Shapiro Library is the primary source of academic articles, research, and other key literature on Adaptive Information Processing and EMDR.
https://francineshapirolibrary.omeka.net/

David Baldwin’s Trauma Information Pages
One of the best trauma-related websites available. This site maintains a focus on EMDR which reflects Dr Baldwin’s interest and training.
www.trauma-pages.com

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