DATES
November 14, 2025
May 29, 2026
Time
9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. CST
CE
NBCC Hours: 6
ACEP NO. 7105
PENDING APPROVAL FOR 6 EMDRIA CREDITS
EMDRIA #21024
Cost
$210.00 (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Description
In EMDR, one of the most critical components is establishing a strong and healthy foundation for the therapeutic work. This begins with building rapport, conducting a thorough history-taking process, and developing internal resources. A comprehensive bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessment guides this phase, ensuring that the client is well-prepared for reprocessing. With this foundation, clients are more likely to stay within their window of tolerance able to process without becoming overwhelmed or dissociating.
In this training, we will explore all eight phases of the EMDR protocol, grounded in the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model. You’ll also learn how to thoughtfully integrate your client’s belief systems into the work, even when their theology or understanding of God differs from your own. The goal is to support healing in a way that honors both the EMDR model and the client’s spiritual framework.
The trainer approaches life from a Judeo-Christian faith background, while also bringing extensive experience working with individuals from a variety of spiritual and religious traditions. In this training, we will explore how to engage meaningfully with clients who share our beliefs, as well as those whose faith backgrounds differ from our own with respect, curiosity, and clinical integrity.
Pre-requisites: This training requires participants to first take an EMDR basic training before taking this advanced training. Participants are required to be post basic training, however are not required to be certified in EMDR.
Learning Objectives
1. Identify and apply creative Phase 2 interventions that incorporate the client’s faith as a supportive resource
2. Utilize the client’s unique belief system to inform and enhance cognitive interweaves during reprocessing
3. Explain the importance of a comprehensive Phase 1 assessment, including the exploration of spiritual development and faith history
4. Assess for signs and impact of religious or spiritual trauma as part of case conceptualization
5. Describe the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model and its relevance to clients with faith-based worldviews
6. Explain the three-pronged approach in EMDR therapy and articulate its significance in creating a complete and effective treatment plan
Live/Virtual Training Information
• If you register for the Virtual Classroom training, make sure you have a good WIFI connection.
• Your computer will need a camera for you to be visible throughout the entire training to receive the certificate.
• We will be using Zoom for the training; therefore, you will need to download the Zoom program to be able to use the link.
• You will receive three emails from us before the training. The first email will be sent out the week before the training and will include the zoom link, time of the training, details regarding your lunch order, and our address. The second email will be sent the beginning of the week in which the training is being held and will include all the information included in the first email plus the materials for the course. The third email will be sent the morning of the training and will include the Zoom link, the posttest (if needed) and the evaluation for the course.
• There will be two 15-minute breaks (one in the morning and one in the afternoon) and a 30-minute lunch break.
• Your certificate will be emailed after the training, within 5-7 business days upon receiving your evaluation and posttest (if needed).
• While it is rare, there are occasions when we must cancel a training due to low registration. If this occurs, we will notify registered participants by Tuesday evening of the week of the scheduled training. We appreciate your understanding and will provide alternative options at that time.
• Our Live/Virtual trainings are offered in a hybrid format—held live at a physical location and streamed via Zoom at the same time. In-person attendees join the presenter on-site, while virtual participants watch the live training in real time and can fully participate through Zoom.
Why Come In Person?
• Receive in-person contact CE hours
• Enjoy staying in Fort Worth, Texas with hotels within walking distance
• Tour our 7500 square foot counseling practice and continuing education facility
• Build relationships with other participants
• Informal conversations during breaks and lunch with our trainer
Nik Johnson
M.S., LPC-S, REGISTERED PLAY THERAPIST™- SUPERVISOR, EMDR CONSULTANT
Nik has been a private practice counselor working in North Texas since 2017. He works with children aged (4+), adolescents, and adults, specializing in complex trauma, dissociative disorders, and play therapy. Previously Nik worked at an agency in Missouri providing play therapy to children in the foster care system. He offers continuing education to professionals especially within the topics of working with developmental trauma, dissociative disorders, and play therapy.
Approved Continuing Education Provider
CCFAM Training has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7105. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CCFAM Training is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
This training is non-refundable, unless cancelled by training provider. Event will be cancelled if fewer than 6 participants.
EMDR Credit Approval: #21024
CCFAM Training maintains responsibility for this program and its content in accordance with EMDRIA requirements.
