This training is for individuals who have completed basic training in EMDR therapy and are ready to dive deeper into Phase 1 and Phase 2 as we prepare clients for reprocessing.ย EMDR therapy is effective and useful to most clients with proper preparation. This training provides a structured and step-by-step method for gathering a thorough history and preparing clients for EMDR phases 3-8.
This interactive live online 4-hour webinar course is filled with video demonstrations, sample forms, and practical strategies for in-session exercises.
Early Registration ends
By the end of the course, you will have a step-by-step guide for introducing EMDR to clients, recognizing client readiness for EMDR, and client preparation for EMDR processing. Treatment planning techniques are shown for the sequencing of targets. The course will demonstrate stabilization exercises to help clients improve ego strength and affect tolerance. New methods for resource development and installation are included with video demonstrations and scripted handouts.
A workbook, forms, and quick reference guide are included with the training. Join me in this training, and let me show you an easy step-by-step method to properly prepare your clients for EMDR reprocessing.
On the date of this workshop, 06/26/2026 at 9:00 am Central Time, you will access the Zoom.us link to the live instruction through the CompassionWorks.com user account you create or log into upon checkout. The workshop will be located under My Courses when you click on your username.
You will need to be able to have a quiet space for participation with your fully functioning computer connected to the internet. Your computer must have full audio and video capabilities. Using a Chrome or Firefox browser is preferred. If you need to attend by smartphone, while not ideal, is also possible. Go <here> for more information.
To complete this workshop you will need to be present with your camera on through the entire presentation. You will be required to complete an evaluation of the training with a passing score of 80%. After completing the evaluation your certificate will be emailed to you and available through the online learning platform.
Credit Hours: 4
EMDRIA Credits: 4
NBCC Credit Hours: 3.5
ASWB General Credit Hours: 3.5
Objectives: Describe a step-by-step process for Phases One and Two (History and Preparation) in EMDR to prepare clients for phases 3-8 (Assessment, Desensitization, etc). The training provides a guide to assist therapists with gathering adequate information, recognizing client readiness for EMDR, identifying client needs in preparation phase, and creating a treatment plan for EMDR reprocessing.
Outline:
9:00am – Introduction and AIP review
9:15am – Phase One: Client History and Intake Form Exercise
10:00 am – Assessments and first session outline
10:20 am – History form and assigning homework
10:40 am – Session two outline and client exercises
11:00 am- break
11:10 am – Treatment Planning and Target Sequence activity
11:40 am – Preparation phase
12:00 am – Live Demo of Intuition exercise with RDI and discussion
12:40 am – Preparation phase and Self-Care Plan activity
12:50 am – Additional regulation tools and closing questions
All needed materials are provided in the online Training Modules. Please contact Amber with any questions regarding access of your materials.
Additional readings do not count for ACE Credit.
PhD, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN
24285 Katy Freeway , Kaufman , Texas
PhD, LMFT-S, LPC, BCN
24285 Katy Freeway , Kaufman , Texas
Takes insurance?: No
Completed CompassionWorks trainings: Houston, Texas
EMDR
This training is provided in a live, interactive, synchronous workshop.
Date: June, 26, 2026
9:00am – 1:00pm Central Time
Early Registration ends on June 12, 2026. No registrations will be accepted after 8:00am CT on the day of the workshop.
On the date of this workshop you will access the Zoom.us link to the live instruction through the CompassionWorks.com user account you create or log into upon checkout. The workshop will be located under My Courses when you click on your username.Please contact Amber with any questions regarding access of your materials.
You will need to be able to have a quiet space for participation with your fully functioning computer connected to the internet. Your computer must have full audio and video capabilities. Using a Chrome or Firefox browser is preferred. If you need to attend by smartphone, while not ideal, is also possible. Go <here> for more information.
If cancellation is more than 4 days prior to and not including the workshop start date then a full refund of the amount paid minus a $35 administrative fee is given.
If cancellation is 3 days or less prior to and not including the workshop start date then no refund is given.
Attendees may not record any portion of the trainings for any reason.
All grievances must be in writing to Amber Quaranta-Leech, and will be replied to within 7 business days. Our grievance policy can be found here.
ADA assistance โ Please contact Amber Quaranta-Leech if special accommodation is required.
Continuing Education
This content is for those who have completed EMDR Basic Therapy Training. Appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced clinicians.
Social Work Board, provider # 1234, 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:
04/04/2023โ04/04/2026. Social workers completing this course receive 4 general continuing education credits.
CompassionWorks, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7836. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CompassionWorks, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. The program qualifies for 4 Credit Hours upon completion of the program.
To complete this workshop you will need to be present with your camera on through the entire presentation. You will be required to complete an evaluation of the training with a passing score of 80%. After completing the evaluation your certificate will be emailed to you and available through the online learning platform.
All grievances must be in writing toย Amber Quaranta-Leech, and will be replied to within 7 business days.) Grievance Policy can be found here.
ADA assistance โ Please contactย Amber Quaranta-Leechย if special accommodation is required.
EMDR therapy is effective and useful to most clients with proper preparation. This live, interactive training provides a structured and step-by-step method for gathering a thorough history and preparing clients for EMDR phases 3-8.
Early bird pricing until Month DD, 2026. Registration available until the start of training.
Training: Month, DD, 2026 9:00am-1:00pm Central Time Zone
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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, a U.S. Army veteran, earned his bachelorโs and masterโs degrees in social work and a masterโs 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.
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.ย
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.ย
Dr. Jose Carbajal, a U.S. Army veteran, earned his bachelorโs and masterโs degrees in social work and a masterโs 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.
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.
