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Course Description

This five-hour training offers an in-depth look at creative techniques and the effectiveness of integrating art experientials and EMDR.

EMDR Therapists often look for effective ways to utilize EMDR therapy when working with clients experiencing complex symptoms. Integrating creative techniques throughout the 8 phases of EMDR can provide a sense of safety and support to clients ranging from children, adolescents, and adults.

Creative intervention creates a space for clients to express thoughts and emotions through a non-threatening modality. Paired with EMDR, clients are presented a way to process complex trauma with the option of non-verbal communication through art.

Approved for 4.5 EMDRIA Credits
Pending CE Approval by CE-Classes.com


Course Description

This five-hour training offers an in-depth look at creative techniques and the effectiveness of integrating art experientials and EMDR.

EMDR Therapists often look for effective ways to utilize EMDR therapy when working with clients experiencing complex symptoms. Integrating creative techniques throughout the 8 phases of EMDR can provide a sense of safety and support to clients ranging from children, adolescents, and adults.

Creative intervention creates a space for clients to express thoughts and emotions through a non-threatening modality. Paired with EMDR, clients are presented a way to process complex trauma with the option of non-verbal communication through art.


Learning Objectives

  1. Identify a series of specific creative techniques and directives to support and enhance client’s therapeutic work through the EMDR 8-phase model.
  2. Demonstrate a variety of creative techniques by engaging in creative art experientials.
  3. Identify connections between creative modalities and EMDR therapy by recognizing how the brain processes and stores information.
  4. Identify creative art techniques when working with complex cases.
  5. Summarize the benefits of integrating creative techniques with EMDR therapy.


Agenda: 

9:00 – Introduction

9:15 – Overview and history Art Therapy and other creative modalities

10:00 - Trauma and the brain (EMDR and Art Therapy)

10:30 – 15 minute break

10:45 - Art Therapy Techniques and Directives applied to the 8 phases

11:45 – Art Therapy Experientials

1:45 – 30 minute break

2:15 – complex Cases / Specific populations

2:35 – Closing and Questions

2:45 – Training Concluded


Course Access:

OnDemand through Therapist Education Institute


Policies:

  • Grievances: All grievances must be in writing to Stephanie at [email protected] and will be replied to within 5-10 business days.
  • This course is not eligible for refunds or cancellations.
  • ADA Assistance: In-person events are held in compliance with the ADA Act. 

 

Additional Information:

  • This workshop is intended for Mental Health Counselors, Social Workers, Psychologists, Art Therapists, Expressive Therapists who have completed an EMDRIA Approved Basic training in EMDR (both Part I and Part II). **No previous art background necessary.
  • Prerequisite for EMDRIA Credits: Participants must have completed an EMDRIA Approved Basic training in EMDR (both Part I and Part II)
  • Certificates are awarded online after completion of the workshop - Participants print their own certificate after registering at ce-classes.com, entering a keycode, and completing an evaluation form.
  • Licensed Professionals should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval
  • There is no known commercial support for this program.



Nina Davey

LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C, ACS, EMDRIA Approved Consultant

Nina Davey is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), and holds a certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). Nina has over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.

Nina is a Certified EMDR Therapist and an Approved EMDR Consultant. She uses a variety of treatment modalities through a trauma-informed perspective, including Art Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), EMDR, and Sand Tray Therapy.

Nina has extensive training in trauma (PTSD) and childhood abuse and has a particular interest working with women’s issues around Perinatal and Postpartum support. Nina is an Approved Credentialed Supervisor (ACS) for LGPC clinicians as well as an Approved Supervisor for Art Therapists.


CEs are provided upon completion of the course.


CEs are provided by CE-Classes.com and approved by:

  • The American Psychological Association (APA) CE-Classes.com is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CE-Classes.com maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
  • Florida Certification Board
  • The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling Provider #852 BAP-Expires 3/31/2025
  • The California Board of Behavioral Sciences. The California Board of Behavioral Sciences, BBS, recognizes relevant course work/training that has been approved by nationally recognized certifying bodies, such as APA, to satisfy renewal requirements.
  • California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) Provider Number OS-12-174-0225 Expires 02-2025
  • The Texas Board of Social Work Examiners – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
  • The Texas Board of Professional Counselors – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
  • The Texas Board of Marriage & Family Therapists – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
  • Massachusetts Authorization Number: (TBD)
  • Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board - Approval from a state licensing board for counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists is accepted by the OH CSWMFTB.
  • New York Social Work Board – CE-Classes.com 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-0120.
  • New York Mental Health Practitioners Board CE-Classes.com, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0260.
  • New York Psychology Board CE-Classes.com, Inc. 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-0211
  • Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (LPCs, LMFTs and LBCs)
  • South Carolina - CE-Classes.com is approved by the S.C. Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapist, Addiction Counselors, and Psycho-Educational Specialists (#4696).
  • Illinois - CE-Classes.com is a registered social work CE sponsor by the State of Illinois. License 159.001607 Expires 11/30/2025
  • The Florida Board of Nursing (CE Provider #: 50-4896) Expires 10/31/2026 Do not send certificates to the Florida Board of Nursing. You must keep this certificate for 4 years.
  • The California Board of Registered Nursing. CEP 15647 Expires 11/30/2024.


**Please note, this training is approved for CEs by both Ce-classes and the Maryland Board of Social Work. Although ASWB does not allow co-sponsorship, many state social work boards accept the APA approval. Please reach out to your state licensing board for any clarification.