EMDR Center of the Rockies

New training alert: our April start online virtual EMDR Basic Training led by EMDR Center of the Rockies founder, Tamra Hughes, and EMDR Center of the Rockies Trainer, Courtney Fall. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your practice by empowering you with a therapy that is effective and evidence based for the treatment of numerous mental health issues. Thursday, April 10 - Friday, April 11 Thursday, May 1 - Friday, May 2 Thursday, May 29 - Friday, May 30 Thursday, June 26 - Friday, June 27 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MST each day Participants must attend all 8 days of the training in their entirety in order to receive a certificate of completion. 50 APA CE hours 50-hour EMDRIA Approved Program- Provider #15013 50 NBCC CE hours All consultation required for completion of Basic Training is included in the cost of the training and takes place during time at the training. Register today at: https://ow.ly/1qvr50TYqHw #emdroftherockies #EMDRIA #emdrbasictraining

At EMDR Center of the Rockies, these powerful words guide our approach to trauma therapy and EMDR training. We believe in the remarkable capacity of the human spirit to heal and transform even the deepest wounds. Through evidence-based EMDR techniques, we empower clinicians to help their clients reprocess traumatic experiences and reclaim their lives. Every time we witness a breakthrough in our training sessions, we're reminded that while trauma may be universal, so too is our innate ability to heal. Join our upcoming EMDR training cohort and become part of a community dedicated to turning trauma responses into pathways for growth. Together, we can help more people transform their life sentences into chapters of resilience and renewal. #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #traumatherapy

From addressing roommate conflicts to test anxiety, racial trauma to imposter syndrome, EMDR is making a difference in students' lives across campuses. EMDR therapy helps students process and release stored trauma energy while they navigate the unique stressors of university life. While campus health centers face challenges like limited session availability, EMDR offers the opportunity to target specific issues and provide meaningful relief in fewer sessions. The multicultural considerations in university settings are particularly important. Students arrive from diverse backgrounds—rural communities, urban centers, different high school experiences, varied socioeconomic statuses—creating a unique environment where cultural adaptation is happening alongside academic pressures. Whether you're a campus counselor or work with college-aged clients, expanding your EMDR toolbox could transform your practice. Learn more about our specialized EMDR training at the link in bio! #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #studentmentalhealth

When working with complex PTSD and dissociation, integrating EMDR with ‘Parts’ Models and Attachment interventions helps to address the many layers of trauma and attachment wounding. Join Rachel Walker in this on-demand training that illuminates how to combine interventions from multiple sources to enhance the effectiveness of EMDR with complex cases. Participants will learn to decode persistent, seemingly intractable symptoms and apply effective interventions that work across the trauma-related diagnostic spectrum. Register at the link in bio! #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #emdrtraining #complexptsd

A cornerstone of our therapeutic approach. As EMDR practitioners, we're consistently inspired by Dr. Francine Shapiro and Margot Silk Forrest's revolutionary work—EMDR: The Breakthrough Therapy for Overcoming Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma. This essential resource has guided countless therapists in understanding how bilateral stimulation can help clients process traumatic memories and find relief from symptoms that once felt insurmountable. At EMDR Center of the Rockies, we've witnessed firsthand how the techniques in this book transform lives. From anxiety to PTSD, the approaches detailed by Shapiro and Forrest continue to shape our practice and benefit our clients daily. The updated edition expands on clinical applications and provides valuable case studies that inform our practice. We appreciate how Shapiro and Forrest balance scientific rigor with accessible language—making complex neurological concepts understandable to both clinicians and clients. For those in our community curious about how EMDR works, this book offers invaluable insights into the mind-body connection in trauma healing. It explains why some experiences become trapped in our nervous system and how EMDR's unique approach can help release them. Whether you're a fellow practitioner expanding your therapeutic toolkit, a client currently experiencing EMDR therapy, or someone seeking to understand the science behind trauma healing, this book remains "a procedure to be reckoned with in psychology." #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #francineshapiro

EMDR therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, especially when it comes to neurodivergent experiences. Every brain processes differently, and that's not just okay - it's beautiful. Neurodiversity-affirming EMDR adapts to EACH client's sensory needs, communication style, and unique way of processing. Whether the client needs fidget toys during sessions, prefers tapping over eye movements, or processes best in intensive formats - the client's journey, the client's rules. Remember: we're not here to 'fix' neurodiversity. We're here to help clients heal from the challenges of navigating a neurotypical world, while honoring and celebrating the client's authentic neurotype. Want to learn more about how EMDR can be tailored to your client's unique nervous system? Click the link in our bio. #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #neurodiversityaffirming

?? 'Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome.' - Booker T. Washington In trauma work, this wisdom resonates deeply. True healing isn't about reaching a perfect destination—it's about honoring every step you've taken to process, grow, and overcome. Through EMDR, we witness the profound courage it takes to face our challenges and transform them into stepping stones. Your journey matters more than any destination. Each session, each breakthrough, each moment of resilience is a testament to your strength. #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #traumatherapy

Just like your body has an immune system that instinctively fights illness, your mind comes equipped with its own remarkable healing system. ??? Think of it like this: when you get a paper cut, your body immediately knows what to do - sending healing cells and creating new tissue without you having to consciously direct it. So it is TRUE; your brain works in a similar way with emotional experiences, naturally designed to process and integrate them to maintain your mental wellbeing. Through EMDR therapy, we work with this innate system, helping to remove the blocks that might be keeping it from doing its natural healing work. It's not about learning new coping skills - it's about unleashing the wisdom your brain already possesses. #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #traumatherapy

Empowering Through Awareness: The Back of the Head Scale ?? Ever feel like your clients need a concrete way to track their present-moment awareness during EMDR? Dr. Jim Knipe's Back of the Head Scale is a game-changer for both therapists and clients. Picture this: your attention can feel like it's either "in front of your face" (present moment) or "in the back of your head" (past memories/dissociation). By teaching clients to notice and rate where their attention is (0 = fully present to 10 = completely in past/dissociated), we give them a practical tool for self-monitoring during processing. This simple yet powerful technique helps: - Build client awareness of their present-moment orientation - Enhance communication during sessions - Support safer, more effective EMDR processing - Empower clients with a concrete tool for self-monitoring Want to learn more about integrating this technique into your EMDR practice? Join our upcoming training where we'll dive deep into practical tools like this one. #EMDRoftherockies #EMDR #EMDRIA #dissociation

New training alert: our April start online virtual EMDR Basic Training led by EMDR Center of the Rockies founder, Tamra Hughes, and EMDR Center of the Rockies Trainer, Courtney Fall. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your practice by empowering you with a therapy that is effective and evidence based for the treatment of numerous mental health issues. Thursday, April 10 - Friday, April 11 Thursday, May 1 - Friday, May 2 Thursday, May 29 - Friday, May 30 Thursday, June 26 - Friday, June 27 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MST each day Participants must attend all 8 days of the training in their entirety in order to receive a certificate of completion. 50 APA CE hours 50-hour EMDRIA Approved Program- Provider #15013 50 NBCC CE hours All consultation required for completion of Basic Training is included in the cost of the training and takes place during time at the training. Register today at: https://ow.ly/1qvr50TYqHw #emdroftherockies #EMDRIA #emdrbasictraing