We offer EMDR Institute Basic Trainings and Advanced Training “Beyond Basics”. Basic Trainings are delivered over 3 days, with intensive teaching and close facilitation of practicums so you leave ready to start practicing EMDR Therapy with simple presentations with the support of case consultation.
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EMDR is an advanced psychotherapy originally developed by Francine Shapiro to treat PTSD. Research and developments have since shown effective application of EMDR in the treatment of a broad range of clinical presentations, and this continues as the understanding of trauma increases and deepens.
The World Health Organisation recognises EMDR as a Level A intervention for the treatment of trauma in Adults, Adolescents and Children, and EMDR has been recognised as having the highest level of research evidence for the treatment of PTSD by the Australian Psychological Society.
EMDR Australia Training and Consultation is one of just three providers of EMDR Institute training in Australia. The EMDR Institute was developed by Francine Shapiro to lead the teaching of EMDR internationally, and only includes developments in EMDR in the curriculum where there is strong empirical evidence.
The EMDR Association Australia (EMDRAA) sets the training and practice standards for EMDR in Australia has approved this 3 day EMDR Institute training.
EMDR
Basic Training
EMDR is a comprehensive advanced psychotherapy. Training is designed for mental health practitioners with clinical experience from a range of disciplines, who are qualified at a relevant level for each discipline and who are registered with their registration body. These standards are set by EMDRAA.
EMDR Institute Trainings are conducted in real time with trainers and facilitators over the course of 3-days.
Basic Training is comprised of 50 hours across two parts. Part 1 is a 3-day training and Part 2 is a later 3-day training. There are also clinical practice and case consultation undertaken between Part 1 and Part 2 and again after Part 2.
- 20 hours of didactic training and practicum over Part 1 and Part 2 training
- 20 hours of skills training over Part 1 and Part 2 training
- 10 hours of case consultation over the course of the training
When this is completed, you can be certified as having completed EMDR Basic Training and then be eligible for full membership of EMDRAA. EMDR Basic Training must be completed within 24 months from the initial start date.
Trainings can be either in person or online.
Tell us where you would like to attend a Basic Training: Online? In person (min. 10 participants)? Your work? Your location of choice? Send an expression of interest!
10 hours of Case Consultation is completed as 5 hours between Part 1 and Part 2 trainings, and 5 hours following attendance at Part 2. This can be done in groups, or individually. Case consultation must be signed off by a case consultant who is EMDR Institute accredited before you are eligible for a certificate for completion of EMDR Basic Training.
To complete basic training with the EMDR Institute, the Case Consultant must also be an EMDR Institute approved Consultant.
Case Consultation is arranged directly with case consultants and you will be directed to a list of possible consultants.
Case consultation is also important once you have completed your basic training. EMDR training is rigorous; continuous development of your confidence and skills is an investment in the longevity of your practice.
Case consultation is also a part of completing requirements to become an Accredited EMDR Practitioner and also an accredited EMDR Consultant with EMDRAA.
Meet The Trainer
Dr. Gillian Maddock
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Gillian Maddock is an experienced Clinical Psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based psychological care. With a career in psychology that began in 2007, she has experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds focussing particularly on trauma, bipolar disorder, and related comorbid issues and stress-related disorders.
In her private practice, Gillian provides clinical support to adults and offers supervision and EMDR case consultation. She is also a dedicated educator and presenter, passionately advocating for clinicians to remain engaged with research and the ongoing dialogue surrounding mental health.
In 2022, she achieved recognition as an EMDR Institute EMDR Trainer and is enthusiastic about the evidence-based application of EMDR as a comprehensive and integrative psychotherapy. She is committed to advancing EMDR research and delivering high-quality EMDR education and training. Dr Maddock holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Hons 1) and a Doctor of Clinical Psychology.
Gillian values the shared humanity inherent in psychotherapy work and strives to be approachable to both clients and colleagues.