Pria is an exceptional trainer and clinician, and listening to her explain complex EMDR topics is such a treat. This training helped affirm the ways I utilize interweaves, somatic practices and relational holding in my EMDR work with clients, and ...
Read MorePria is an exceptional trainer and clinician, and listening to her explain complex EMDR topics is such a treat. This training helped affirm the ways I utilize interweaves, somatic practices and relational holding in my EMDR work with clients, and provided new insights and considerations for the "how" and "why" of that work the both reinforced my process and will help me cultivate stronger practices.
Read LessThis is one of the best trainings I've attended in a while. The information was clear and concise and I could feel concepts clicking that have felt so abstract since my basic training.
This is one of the best trainings I've attended in a while. The information was clear and concise and I could feel concepts clicking that have felt so abstract since my basic training.
Read LessIn EMDR therapy, blocked processing occurs when the natural progression of adaptive memory reprocessing halts. This workshop introduces an organized framework for identifying and resolving three key contributors to blocked processing: (1) primary target issues, (2) ancillary target issues (e.g., feeder memories) and (3) blocking beliefs. Participants will be introduced to strategies to explore somatic channels, shift affective states, and integrate interweaves when spontaneous processing stalls. Emphasis will be placed on collaborative assessment and adaptations to the standard protocol while maintaining fidelity to EMDR’s theoretical model. Clinicians will leave better equipped to maintain therapeutic momentum even when clients feel stuck.
Define blocked processing in the context of EMDR Phases 4 and 5.
Identify and address at least 3 types of primary target issues that contribute to blocked processing.
Explain the role of ancillary targets such as feeder memories in blocking reprocessing and demonstrate 2 strategies to explore them.
Describe how to assess and resolve blocking beliefs.
Apply 3 types of cognitive interweaves based on informational plateaus to support clients experiencing looping or stalled reprocessing.
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Cognitive Interweaves
Post-Test: EMDR & Blocked Processing
Evaluation Form: EMDR & Blocked Processing
This training provides 2 clinical continuing education credits / 2 contact hours. To receive a certificate of completion and CE credit, participants must complete all course modules, pass the post-test with a score of 75% or higher (participants may retake the post-test as needed to achieve a passing score), and complete the course evaluation.
Format: Recorded, self-paced on-demand training (noninteractive distance learning), hosted on the Thinkific platform.
Access period: Course content and materials are available to registered participants for 90 days from the date of registration. All course requirements must be completed within this 90-day access period to receive CE credit.
Certificate delivery: Upon completion of all requirements, your certificate of completion is generated automatically and is immediately available to download through the Thinkific platform.
System requirements: Access requires a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a current web browser, a reliable internet connection, and audio capability (speakers or headphones).
This is an advanced-level training designed for licensed and pre-licensed mental health professionals — including social workers, psychologists, and mental health counselors — who have completed an EMDRIA-Approved Basic EMDR Training.
This program is open only to clinicians who have completed an EMDRIA-Approved Basic EMDR Training. Please note that this training is not an EMDR Basic Training. Attendees who are only partially trained in EMDR are not eligible to receive EMDRIA Credits.
Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies, ACE Provider #2256, 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: 7/9/2026–7/9/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 2 clinical continuing education credits.
ASWB ACE approval is accepted by most, but not all, jurisdictions. Social workers are responsible for confirming that their regulatory board accepts ACE-approved continuing education. ACE approval is not accepted in New York or New Jersey; New York social workers are covered under the New York State approval listed below.
The Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0832. The Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0282. The Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies is recognized by the New York State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0349. This training provides 2 contact hours to licensed social workers, psychologists, and mental health counselors.
This training is approved for 2 EMDRIA Credits (Approval #22025-DL24). A certificate for EMDRIA Credits is included in the price of the training. The Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies (EC Provider #22025) maintains responsibility for this program and its content in accordance with EMDRIA requirements.
Access Period: Training content and materials are available to participants for 90 days from the date of registration.
ADA Assistance: Workshops provided by the Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies are ADA compliant. If you are in need of assistance, please contact us at [email protected].
Audio/Video Disclosure: This program is audio and video recorded.
Grievance Policy: We strive to create a training experience that enhances the clinical skills of participants while maintaining the highest degree of integrity and respecting the diversity of all. If you are dissatisfied with your experience, please contact us in writing at [email protected]. You will receive a reply within 5–10 business days.
Cancellation & Refunds: This is an on-demand training. Refunds will not be provided after registration.