WHAT IS EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based psychotherapy treatment that is designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. Repeated studies show that by using EMDR therapy people can experience the benefits of psychotherapy that once took years to make a difference. EMDR Practitioners are guided by EMDR International Association which supports EMDR therapy through training, certification, and resources for clinicians.
ABOUT US
Suzanne Aikins
M.A. (Couns. Psych.), Registered Psychotherapist
Founder, EMDR Training Canada
Approved EMDR Trainer & Consultant (EMDRIA)
Suzanne has been an EMDR practitioner for over a decade, and has successfully achieved the status of Approved EMDR Trainer, in association with Niagara Stress and Trauma Clinic. She is headquartered in Barrie, Ontario, where she practices as a Registered Psychotherapist, Director of EMDR Therapy and Operations Manager at Psychology Matters Inc.
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2025-2026 EMDR BASIC TRAINING
Sign up today for one of our EMDR Therapy Basic Training Programs (EMDRIA Approved)
In-person and virtual two-part courses, including EMDR basic training and consultation.
EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) mandated basic training qualifications:
Trainees must hold a Masters- or Doctoral-level education in a counselling field, and be in good standing with one or more professional associations in their respective therapeutic field and geographic jurisdiction. Please note, ONLY these qualified individuals are eligible to participate in EMDR training.
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Curriculum Authored by:
Barbara Horne of Niagara Stress & Trauma Clinic
Administered by:
Trainer Suzanne Aikins
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Full program includes Parts 1 & 2 (64 hours EMDR training), plus 10 consultation hours.
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FAQ
ARE TRAINING DATES FLEXIBLE?
All training dates are fixed, in the format indicated. Our programs are purposefully broken into two separate parts, to allow for time to integrate information and practice what has been taught.
ARE PROGRAMS AVAILABLE IN VIRTUAL FORMAT?
Yes – please check our program schedule to see which are in-person and which are virtual. For virtual trainings, each participant will need a secure internet connection and a headset with microphone.
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE BASIC TRAINING PROGRAM?
Full program includes Parts 1 & 2 (64 hours EMDR training), plus 10 consultation hours. Participants will receive relevant training manuals; and EMDR devices are available for purchase. Successful participants will be able to call themselves EMDR Trained Therapists. They can then apply to be a member of EMDR Canada, and immediately become an affiliate member of EMDRIA.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM TRAINING?
EMDR Basic Training consists of approximately 44 hours of theory followed by 20 hours of practicum, wherein Participants will engage one another in practicing EMDR therapy.
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CAN I COMPLETE THE PROGRAM OVER A LONGER PERIOD OF TIME?
EMDRIA requires that BASIC TRAINING PROGRAMS be completed within a 12-month period from the initial start date.
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ARE THERE PAYMENT PROGRAMS AVAILABLE? We have instalment options available for payment for EMDR Basic Training.
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WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
$200 cancellation fee up to 45 days PRIOR to the start of a course. $400 cancellation fee AFTER the 45-day mark. You may transfer your registration fee at no cost to an alternative course, pending seat availability. Refunds upon request only, determined on a case-by-case basis.
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