EMDR Trainings

provided by

Ad de Jongh, PhD and Suzy Matthijssen, PhD

Trainings provided by Ad de Jongh, PhD and Suzy Matthijssen, PhD

Over the past few years, EMDR Advanced Trainings and Distance Learning (EMDR ATDL) has hosted many well-regarded trainings presented by Ad de Jongh, PhD and Suzy Matthijssen, PhD on a wide range of topics. These innovative EMDR practitioners, researchers, and trainers draw from their clinical experience and research data including overseeing treatment centers serving thousands of clients and training staff in their methods. Their trainings are much appreciated not only for their clinically practical content but for their dynamic and engaging co-presentation methods. Fortunately, most of these trainings are still available in On-Demand format and available to you, typically with EMDRIA and other CE credits.

Whether you have attended some of their trainings or not, this guide with listings below are designed to help you clarify which trainings might be the best fit for you. EMDR ATDL curates its training library by retiring trainings that have become outdated or duplicative, and sometimes reruns trainings to provide updated information. Although all of these trainings may reference content that overlaps with other trainings, we believe that each of these currently available trainings provides content and case examples that are primarily unique.

EMDR 2.0 focused trainings

Ad de Jongh, PhD and Suzy Matthijssen, PhD are known for developing what they have named EMDR 2.0. The EMDR 2.0 approach emphasizes the value of working memory-taxing tasks when desensitizing emotionally laden memories. EMDR 2.0 methods prioritize the importance of desensitizing the most activated memories related to client symptoms whenever possible, and the memory-taxation techniques help clients tolerate the reprocessing of emotionally charged memories even in the most challenging patients. The EMDR 2.0 approach includes various other strategies which build client confidence and motivation while reducing the need for extended resourcing before reprocessing. Also surprise-effects and boosting arousal before and during processing are part of EMDR 2.0. Apart from the basics in EMDR 2.0 there are also a range of special techniques developed to deal with shame, anxiety to start therapy or anxiety to bring up the emotional memories.

If you are interested in understanding and learning to use EMDR 2.0 methods, please start by taking the EMDR 2.0 Basic Training combined with the EMDR 2.0 Special Techniques training that features specific skills consistent with EMDR 2.0 methods. These trainings are bundled together for a reduced fee. After completing these, you can take the EMDR 2.0 Masterclasses offered in 2023 and 2024 which can also be bundled for a discount.

Other EMDR training topics

There are also several trainings listed below that are designed for any EMDR trained clinician and can be used with or without EMDR 2.0 training and techniques. These include a clever and practical training on case conceptualization, learning the CAPS-5 assessment for PTSD, methods for treating various common mental health diagnoses, and more.

Further details for each program are available through the program links.

Fundamental Training in EMDR 2.0

Below is a list of existing on-demand trainings related to EMDR 2.0, presented by Ad de Jongh PhD & Suzy Matthijssen PhD.

Basic Training components (We recommend this 2-day discounted bundle of programs to learn the fundamentals of EMDR 2.0. Each day can be selected separately)

EMDR 2.0 Basic Training: Enhancing EMDR Therapy (6 CE Hours)

Learn the basics of the EMDR 2.0 approach which emphasizes working memory theory as it guides memory desensitization methods.

Special EMDR 2.0 Techniques (6 CE Hours)

Learn powerful EMDR 2.0 techniques including the EMD bomb, FLASH 1.0, flashforward, mental video check, blind to therapist method and titration techniques.

Advanced EMDR 2.0

EMDR 2.0 Masterclass in Clinical Practice (2023) (6 CE Hours)

Built on EMDR 2.0 basics, this masterclass features new developments, clinical examples, participant questions from challenging cases, and a step-by-step review of the EMDR 2.0 protocol script.

EMDR 2.0 Masterclass in Clinical Practice (2024) (6 CE Hours)

Built on EMDR 2.0 basics and the 2023 masterclass, this training features new developments, new clinical examples, participant questions from challenging cases, and a demonstration of the EMDR 2.0 protocol script.

If you are interested in becoming an EMDR 2.0 Approved Practitioner, click here to learn more. (PDF)

Other Advanced Trainings

Efficient Methods for EMDR Therapy: Case Conceptualization and Strategic Target Selection

Learn six different methods for determining target memories for reprocessing. Case conceptualization informs when each option will maximize clinical efficiency.

EMDR Therapy for Panic Disorder, OCD and Specific Phobias including how to use the Flashforward procedure with these disorders

Innovative and efficient methods to desensitize memories related to anxiety, OCD and phobias. Learn the flashforward protocol.

How To Set Up Your Own C-PTSD Treatment Plans and How to Enhance the Treatment

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12-hour Training – This program includes 12 hours of prerecorded training provided by Dr. Matthijssen which can be viewed On-Demand. Register @ https://www.ett-institute.com/courses/online-training-c-ptsd/. Use Discount Code for $100 off for 12-hour program–enter EMDRATDL100.

20-hour Training – In addition to the 12-hour On-Demand recorded program above, this program includes 8 hours of livestream group learning, case consultation and discussion with Dr. Matthijssen. Register @https://www.ett-institute.com/courses/online-training-and-practicum-c-ptsd/. Use Discount Code for $150 off for the 20-hour training – enter EMDRATDL150.