Elevate Your Graduate Students' Clinical Skills

EMDR is an evidence-based treatment proven to effectively address trauma and mental health issues. We offer comprehensive EMDR therapy trainings designed exclusively for graduate students.

Why CompassionWorks?

We’re committed to providing the highest quality EMDR training with the support and flexibility that graduate programs need.

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Experienced Trainers

Convenient in-person and virtual training options that fit your schedule

Flexible Learning Formats

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Ongoing Support

Continuous assistance throughout the training program and beyond certification

Affordable Student Rates

Special pricing for graduate students

Why Choose Our EMDR Therapy Training Program?

At CompassionWorks, we recognize the importance of equipping graduate students with advanced clinical skills to enhance their marketability and better serve their clients.

Enhanced Clinical Skills

Provides a solid foundation in EMDR therapy

  • Empowers students to confidently address trauma-related issues
  • Elevates clinical effectiveness and broadens therapeutic toolkit
  • Evidence-based techniques with proven outcomes

Internship Success

Helps students stand out during internships

  • Shows commitment to professional development
  • Equips students to work with diverse populations
  • Demonstrates advanced clinical competencies

Increased Marketability

Enhances job prospects in a competitive market

  • High demand for EMDR-trained therapists
  • Valued by many mental health organizations
  • Stand out in the competitive job market

Improved Client Accessibility

Effective in treating various mental health conditions

  • A powerful tool for helping clients overcome challenges
  • Enables graduates to support clients in leading fulfilling lives
  • Culturally sensitive and adaptable approach

Meet Our Expert Instructors

Jinnelle Powell

Jinnelle Powell

PhD, LPC-S

Location 4646 Corona Drive , Corpus Christi , Texas

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Jinnelle Powell

Jinnelle Powell

PhD, LPC-S

Location 4646 Corona Drive , Corpus Christi , Texas

Takes insurance?: Yes

Insurance providers: All major insurances

Completed CompassionWorks trainings: The Complete EMDR Therapist Training - The Woodlands, Texas and Abilene, Texas - December 18, 2019

Complex Trauma

<p class="p1">Jinnelle has served the South Texas community for over a decade in a variety of capacities with child welfare agencies and mental health community centers. Jinnelle has experience working with trauma survivors, children and adolescents, and adult perpetrators of domestic violence. She is counselor educator, supervisor, and doctoral level clinician. She is an EMDRIA Approved Trainer, Consultant, and Certified Therapist. In addition to her role as a counselor, Jinnelle has experience conducting home studies for private adoptions. When she is not working to help those in need, she spends her time raising her four children. As a professional counselor, Jinnelle strives to provide a safe and therapeutic space for clients who have a history of trauma or who may be facing difficulties in their life. She utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)* as a treatment modality along with Relational Cultural Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist people in meeting their goals and overcome unique challenges.</p>
Amber Quaranta-Leech

Amber Quaranta-Leech

PhD, LPC-S

Location 10001 Panther Way , Woodway , Texas

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Amber Quaranta-Leech

Amber Quaranta-Leech

PhD, LPC-S

Location 10001 Panther Way , Woodway , Texas

Takes insurance?: No

Amber holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Texas and Oklahoma and holds Supervisor credential for Texas. Amber is an EMDRIA consultant and trainer. She has over a decade of experience in the trauma field in work with uniformed services, domestic violence, childhood trauma and abuse, and recent mass trauma events. Amber provides consultation for EMDRIA certification, for consultants-in-training, and supervision for LPC-Associates. Amber continues to research the benefits of EMDR therapy with a variety of populations. Her goal is to help build strong clinicians who are well versed in trauma interventions to better support their clients. Amber sees a limited number of clients with a focus on trauma work, she is also a Certified Career Counselor and Certified through Eagala to provide equine assisted therapy.
Jose Carbajal

Jose Carbajal

PhD, LCSW

Location - , Richardson , Texas

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Jose Carbajal

Jose Carbajal

PhD, LCSW

Location - , Richardson , Texas

Takes insurance?: No

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Completed CompassionWorks trainings: EMDRIA Approved Trainer in EMDR, CompassionWorks Lead Trainer.

Dr. Jose Carbajal attended Baylor University after his tenure in the U.S. Army, where he received his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in social work, and a master’s degree in theological studies. He completed his Ph.D. in Social Work at the University of Texas at Arlington. Jose has several publications and he has conducted many professional presentations and trainings. Jose’s research focus is on the interventions clinicians use to treat trauma, neuroscience, and faith. Jose has over 15 years of clinical experience and he has extensive teaching experience, leading seminars, and workshops. His clinical specialties are trauma, sexual abuse recovery, domestic violence, and substance abuse. Dr. Carbajal is EMDR Certified, an Approved Consultant, an EMDRIA Approved Trainer in EMDR, and a CompassionWorks Lead Trainer.
Amanda Martin

Amanda Martin

PhD, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN

Location 24285 Katy Freeway , Kaufman , Texas

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Amanda Martin

Amanda Martin

PhD, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN

Location 24285 Katy Freeway , Kaufman , Texas

Takes insurance?: No

Completed CompassionWorks trainings: Houston, Texas

EMDR

Amanda Martin, Ph.D., LMFT-S, LPC, BCN, Eagala MH graduated from Texas Woman’s University and is a native Texan. She specializes in working with people and families with trauma histories in residential and outpatient settings. She has a Ph.D. in Family Therapy and has the following licenses: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Certified in Neurofeedback, and Mental Health Eagala Professional. Amanda is EMDR Certified, an Approved EMDR Consultant, an EMDR Trainer, and a CompassionWorks Lead Trainer.

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Dr. Amanda Martin, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN

Amanda Martin holds a PhD in Family Therapy and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant. With over 14 years of experience, she specializes in trauma therapy for individuals and families in residential and outpatient settings. Amanda also provides supervision for EMDR certification, EMDR consultants-in-training, and LMFT-Associates. Her mission is to help people find a healthy, joyful, and fulfilling path in life. Her warm, supportive, and interactive counseling style incorporates Symbolic Experiential Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, HeartMath, Animal-Assisted Therapy, Neurofeedback, and Collaborative Problem Solving.

Dr. Jose Carbajal, LCSW

Dr. Jose Carbajal, a U.S. Army veteran, earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work and a master’s in theological studies from Baylor University, and a Ph.D. in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington. With over 15 years of clinical experience and extensive teaching experience, Jose specializes in trauma, sexual abuse recovery, domestic violence, and substance abuse. His research focuses on trauma interventions, neuroscience, and faith. He is EMDR Certified, an Approved Consultant, and an EMDRIA Approved Trainer, with numerous publications and professional presentations to his name.

Dr. Amber Quaranta-Leech, LPC-S

Amber holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Texas and Oklahoma and holds Supervisor credential for Texas. Amber is an EMDRIA consultant and trainer. She has over a decade of experience in the trauma field in work with uniformed services, domestic violence, childhood trauma and abuse, and recent mass trauma events. Amber provides consultation for EMDRIA certification, for consultants-in-training, and supervision for LPC-Associates. Amber continues to research the benefits of EMDR therapy with a variety of populations. Her goal is to help build strong clinicians who are well versed in trauma interventions to better support their clients. Amber sees a limited number of clients with a focus on trauma work, she is also a Certified Career Counselor and Certified through EAGALA to provide equine-assisted therapy. 

Dr. Amber Quaranta-Leech, LPC-S

Amber holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Regent University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in both Texas and Oklahoma and holds Supervisor credential for Texas. Amber is an EMDRIA consultant and trainer. She has over a decade of experience in the trauma field in work with uniformed services, domestic violence, childhood trauma and abuse, and recent mass trauma events. Amber provides consultation for EMDRIA certification, for consultants-in-training, and supervision for LPC-Associates. Amber continues to research the benefits of EMDR therapy with a variety of populations. Her goal is to help build strong clinicians who are well versed in trauma interventions to better support their clients. Amber sees a limited number of clients with a focus on trauma work, she is also a Certified Career Counselor and Certified through EAGALA to provide equine-assisted therapy. 

Dr. Jose Carbajal, LCSW

Dr. Jose Carbajal, a U.S. Army veteran, earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work and a master’s in theological studies from Baylor University, and a Ph.D. in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington. With over 15 years of clinical experience and extensive teaching experience, Jose specializes in trauma, sexual abuse recovery, domestic violence, and substance abuse. His research focuses on trauma interventions, neuroscience, and faith. He is EMDR Certified, an Approved Consultant, and an EMDRIA Approved Trainer, with numerous publications and professional presentations to his name.

Dr. Amanda Martin, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN

Amanda Martin holds a PhD in Family Therapy and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant. With over 14 years of experience, she specializes in trauma therapy for individuals and families in residential and outpatient settings. Amanda also provides supervision for EMDR certification, EMDR consultants-in-training, and LMFT-Associates. Her mission is to help people find a healthy, joyful, and fulfilling path in life. Her warm, supportive, and interactive counseling style incorporates Symbolic Experiential Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, HeartMath, Animal-Assisted Therapy, Neurofeedback, and Collaborative Problem Solving.