EMDR Training for Addictions
Training led by:
Cassie Krajewski
LCSW, EMDRIA Approved Consultant
Recorded on April 10, 2025
On Demand Video Available Soon
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Course Summary
Addiction is often a response to unresolved trauma, yet traditional addiction treatment models frequently overlook its deep-rooted connection to attachment wounds and developmental trauma. This course offers a trauma-informed framework integrating the eight phases of EMDR Therapy to help EMDR therapists move beyond symptom management and into lasting change. Through didactic instruction, case studies, and demonstration videos, participants will gain practical tools to effectively address addiction through EMDR Therapy with compassion and respect.
Through didactic instruction, case studies, and demonstration videos, you’ll gain practical, applicable tools to confidently support clients struggling with addiction.
CEs Available:
Course is eligible for 7 EMDRIA Approved CEs.
Training Format:
Training was recorded live on Apr 10, 2025. On Demand Video coming soon.
Investment:
This course is $230. Installment options available.
What you will learn:
- Reframe addiction through the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) Model and EMDR research
- Develop addiction-specific treatment plans that balance trauma and addiction recovery
- Utilize Phase 1 history-taking strategies to assess core memories, triggers, and blocking beliefs
- Apply Phase 2 resourcing techniques to stabilize clients using polyvagal-informed strategies
- Integrate EMDR techniques to target cravings, urges, and maladaptively stored positive material
- Navigate Phase 8 reevaluation challenges and relapse fears
- Use the Future Prong to help clients visualize and rehearse long-term recovery
