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EMDR Immersion Course: Applying EMDR Therapy Across Clinical Applications

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  • More than 28 hours of content
  • Up to 29.0 CE credits
  • Certificate of completion

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Jamie Marich, PhD, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS, REAT

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Jamie Marich, PhD, LPCC-S, REAT, RYT-500, RMT, (she/they/we), began her career as a humanitarian aid worker in Bosnia-Hercegovina from 2000-2002, primarily teaching English and music. Jamie travels internationally teaching topics related to trauma, EMDR therapy, expressive arts, mindfulness, and yoga, while maintaining a private practice and online education operations in her home base of Akron, OH. Marich is the founder of the Institute for Creative Mindfulness and the developer of the Dancing Mindfulness approach to expressive arts therapy.

Marich is the author of EMDR Made Simple: 4 Approaches for Using EMDR with Every Client (2011), Trauma and the Twelve Steps: A Complete Guide for Recovery Enhancement (2012), Creative Mindfulness (2013), Trauma Made Simple: Competencies in Assessment, Treatment, and Working with Survivors, Dancing Mindfulness: A Creative Path to Healing and Transformation (2015), and Process Not Perfection: Expressive Arts Solutions for Trauma Recovery (2019). Marich co-authored EMDR Therapy & Mindfulness for Trauma-Focused Care along with colleague Dr. Stephen Dansiger in 2018, and their new book with Springer Publishing Healing Addiction with EMDR Therapy: A Trauma-Focused Guide released in 2021. North Atlantic Books published a revised and expanded edition of Trauma and the 12 Steps in the Summer of 2020, and they released The Healing Power of Jiu-Jitsu: A Guide to Transforming Trauma and Facilitating Recovery in 2022. Her latest release with North Atlantic Books, Dissociation Made Simple: A Stigma-Free Guide to Embracing Your Dissociative Mind and Navigating Life came out in January 2023. She has three more projects in the works with North Atlantic Books, including her personal memoir about surviving spiritual abuse called You Lied to Me About God due out in Autumn 2024.

The New York Times featured Marich’s writing and work on Dancing Mindfulness in 2017 and 2020. NALGAP: The Association of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Addiction Professionals and Their Allies awarded Jamie with their esteemed President’s Award in 2015 for her work as an LGBT advocate. The EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) granted Jamie the 2019 Advocacy in EMDR Award because she used her public platform in media and in the addiction field to advance awareness about EMDR therapy and to reduce stigma around mental health. The Huffington Post published her personal story of being out as a clinical professional with a dissociative disorder in May 2023.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Jamie Marich is the founder of Mindful Ohio & The Institute for Creative Mindfulness and has an employment relationship with Abbey of the Arts. She receives a speaking honorarium, recording, and book royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. She is a published author and receives royalties. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Jamie Marich is a member of the NALGAP, the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association, the International Center for Clinical Excellence, and the Ohio Counseling Association.

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Rotem Brayer, MEd, LPC

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Rotem Brayer, MEd, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor, certified EMDR therapist, EMDR consultant, and advanced EMDR trainer. He is the founder of The EMDR Learning Community (emdr-learning.com), a community that brings EMDR therapists together and provides education on EMDR therapy and the integration of this modality with other treatment approaches. As the founder of EMDR Denver, a practice that helps clients heal with an “EMDR first” approach, Rotem divides his time between consulting on cases, coaching EMDR therapists, and helping clients heal from the effects of trauma and attachment wounds.

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Bruce Hersey, LCSW

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Bruce Hersey, LCSW, is an approved consultant in EMDR (EMDRIA) and an IFS-Approved Clinical Consultant (IFS-I). Having completed IFS Levels One, Two & Three Training, and is a repeat Level One Program Assistant, he’s taught numerous introductory IFS workshops, leading IFS consultation groups, and providing individual IFS consultation. Hersey has presented at the IFS International Conference several times, EMDRIA & AASECT, and has been teaching workshops on the integration of EMDR & IFS since 2013. Most recently he presented in Australia, UK (virtual), Italy, Russia (virtual), & Kazakhstan (virtual).

Previously, Hersey was an Approved Consultant in Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) & Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor (AASECT). As an LCSW in private practice in Altoona, PA for the past 30 years, Hersey has provided advanced consultation in IFS, EMDR, Clinical Hypnosis & Sex Therapy.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Bruce Hersey is the co-founder of Syzygy Institute, LLC. and the owner of emdrifs.com and BH Consulting. He receives a speaking honorarium from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Bruce Hersey is a member of the national Association of Social Workers, the Academy of Certified Social Workers, and the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association.
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Stacy Ruse, LPC, E-RYT-500

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Stacy Ruse, LPC, E-RYT-500, is an Evergreen EMDR consultant and clinician, IFS therapist, and founder of Aglow Counseling. She’s a trauma expert who specializes in using IFS Therapy, EMDR, and Somatic therapies to unravel the intricate threads of trauma and guide clients towards empowerment and resilience. Her approach, while deeply rooted in trauma-informed methodologies, is characterized by a transpersonal twist that transcends the boundaries of traditional therapy. Stacy is certified in EMDR as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Yoga Instructor.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Stacy Ruse is the owner of Aglow Counseling and has an employment relationship with Mindfully. She receives compensation as a consultant and trainer. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. Stacy Ruse is a paid consultant for Evergreen Certifications. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Stacy Ruse is a member of EMDRIA, the Colorado Association of Psychotherapists, and the Longmont Area Psychotherapy Network.

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Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, EMDR-C

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Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, EMDR-C, is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, EMDR Consultant, and Kripalu yoga teacher. She is an internationally sought-out speaker, leading voice in the field of trauma recovery, and the author of eight books including The Complex PTSD Workbook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook, and Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga.

As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy, her work is rooted in the positive psychology movement, which is focused on enhancing resources and fostering growth. She offers an integrative, mind-body approach to therapy that includes relational therapy, somatic psychology, EMDR therapy, parts work therapy, and therapeutic yoga for trauma. Praised by Dr. Stephen Porges, Arielle specializes in applying his polyvagal theory, which focuses on addressing imbalances within the autonomic nervous system that underlie most mental and physical health conditions. Her work can be found at the Shift Network, Sounds True, Psychotherapy Networker, Embody Lab, Art of Living, Omega Institute, and more.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Arielle Schwartz maintains a private practice, has an employment relationship with Integrative Psychiatry Institute and receives compensation as a yoga instructor. She receives royalties as a published author and receives compensation as an international presenter and a yoga instructor. Dr. Schwartz is a paid consultant for Evergreen Certifications. She receives speaking honorarium, recording, and book royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Arielle Schwartz is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Yoga Alliance.

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Rebecca Kase, LCSW

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Rebecca Kase, LCSW, is an internationally renowned EMDR expert, consultant, trainer, and owner of Kase & CO Training and Consulting. She is the author of Polyvagal-Informed EMDR: A Neuro-Informed Approach to Healing (Norton, 2023) and has worked in a variety of settings with a variety of populations including children, adolescents, and adults. She has additional experience working with dissociation and complex trauma and incorporates yoga and mind-body techniques throughout her clinical work. She advocates for embodied presence, humility and curiosity as vital components for healing and successful therapy. Rebecca strives to provide engaging, safe, and shame-free environments for clinicians to explore and learn.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Rebecca Kase maintains a private practice and is the CEO of Trauma Therapist Institute. She previously received royalties from Bilateralstimulation.io. Rebecca Kase receives royalties as a published author. She receives a speaking honorarium, book, and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Rebecca Kase is a member of the American Psychological Association, EMDR International Association, the International Society for the Study of Traumatic Dissociation, and the Yoga Alliance.

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Christine Mark-Griffin, LCSW, RYT

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Christine Mark-Griffin, LCSW, RYT is a certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA-approved consultant. She is the owner of Spark All Wellness, a private practice specializing in EMDR therapy with children, EMDR consultation for clinicians, and trauma-informed trainings for professional organizations. Christine started her social work career in child protective serves and later transitioned to school-based mental health, where she was a clinical supervisor and trainer. Christine lectures at California State University, Monterey Bay, where she teaches undergraduate courses in abnormal child psychology. Christine lives in San Francisco with her husband, two children, and dog. The things that make her happiest include her family and friends, a good cup of coffee, baked goods, yoga, traveling, cycling, music and dancing.


Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Christine Mark-Griffin is the founder of EMDR for Kids and Spark All Wellness and has employment relationships with Transcending Trauma Through Yoga, California State University. She is an affiliate partner with Bumble BLS, Wevana, and Bilateralstimulation.io. Christine Mark-Griffin receives a speaking honorarium, recording and book royalties from PESI, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: Christine Mark-Griffin is a member of National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and EMDR International Association (EMDRIA).

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Mark Brayne, Psychotherapist, EMDR Europe Accredited and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant

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Mark Brayne is an EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant, couple’s therapist and UKC Preregistered psychotherapist. Brayne is also director of EMDR Focus Ltd, former BBC and Reuter foreign correspondent/editor with 30 years’ experience of working in and reporting from and about Russia, Eastern/Central Europe and China. He’s the past Chair and Founder East Anglia Regional Group EMDR Association UK & Ireland Founder Director Europe (2002-2008) Dart Centre for Journalism and Trauma, and founder and first Director BBC Trauma Support Programme (2003-2004).

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Mark Brayne maintains a private practice and has an employment relationship with EMDR Focus Ltd. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Mark Brayne is an author with Psychotherapy Networker.
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Kelly Smyth-Dent, LPC

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Kelly Smyth-Dent is a licensed clinical social worker, EMDR trainer and published researcher, Kelly stands at the forefront of EMDR therapy and training on a global scale. Her work has taken her across continents – from France to Ethiopia and from Bangladesh to India, as well as throughout the United States – conducting EMDR basic and advanced trainings.

As a valued member of world-renowned EMDR-specialist Dr. Ignacio Jarero’s esteemed research team in Mexico, Kelly contributes to the cutting-edge development of EMDR therapy. Kelly serves as a lead trainer of specialists, ensuring that the facilitation of EMDR therapy adheres to the highest standards of excellence and consistency.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Kelly Smyth-Dent is the founder and CEO of Scaling Up, LLC. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Kelly Smyth-Dent has no relevant non-financial relationships.

 

 

 

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Stephanie Heitkemper, PhD, LPC, RPT-S™, FT

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Dr. Stephanie Heitkemper is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and the proud owner of Resilient Minds Counseling, PLLC situated 15 miles north of downtown Denver, Colorado. Stephanie brings a wealth of qualifications and expertise to each session and consultation. Stephanie is a beacon of support for individuals and families navigating the complexities of grief and trauma.


Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Stephanie Heitkemper maintains a private practice and has employment relationships with HeartLight Center and Camp Jo Jo. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Stephanie Heitkemper is a member of the Association for Death Education and Counseling, the Association for Play Therapy, the EMDR International Association, and the National Alliance for Children’s Grief. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the Colorado Association for Play Therapy.

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Mike Elliot, AuDHD, LPC

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Mike Elliot is a Licensed Professional Counselor who excels in a cognitively oriented therapeutic approach. He believes that understanding and managing thoughts is essential in leading a fulfilling life, as individuals can only control their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The way to navigate life’s challenges is through insights into one’s thoughts, which ultimately shape emotions and actions. As a dedicated therapist, Mike guides individuals in unpacking and transforming any thoughts that hinder their wellbeing. Moreover, he equips clients with valuable skills to enhance emotional regulation, fostering a life that is not only manageable but deeply worth living. His expertise spans ADHD, Autism and supporting the Transgender community, utilizing various techniques including energy psychology, EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to aid individuals and groups on their journey towards personal growth.
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Karee Powers, LCSW, BCD, CCTP-2 EMDR-C

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Karee Powers, LCSW, BCD, CCTP-2 EMDR-C, is certified in EMDR and is an EMDR trainer and consultant. She is a board-certified diplomate in clinical social work. She has over 17 years of experience providing psychotherapy in a variety of settings including inpatient facilities, and non-profit organizations offering care for children, adolescents and adult survivors of abuse, neglect, combat trauma, sexual trauma, phobias, generational trauma, and interpersonal traumas. She was awarded a state-wide award of “Outstanding Performance” in 2011. Her private practice and training are centered on work with complex trauma and dissociation, using EMDR, CBT, psychodrama, somatic psychology, and mindfulness. She graduated from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill with her Master’s in social work.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Karee Powers maintains a private practice and receives compensation as a consultant. She receives a speaking honorarium and royalties from Embody Labs. Karee Powers receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. Karee Powers is a paid consultant for Evergreen Certifications. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Karee Powers has no relevant non-financial relationships.
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Media Type:
Online Course
Product Code:
NRS002095
Duration:
28 hours, 59 minutes
Copyright:
Feb 06, 2025

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