An Attachment-Informed Approach to EMDR Therapy
with Rachel Harrison, LCPC, NCC & Jamie Sedgwick, LCPC, NCC
Feel nervous about using EMDR with early attachment trauma? This training gives you a framework for understanding attachment across the developmental lifespan and adapting EMDR's 8 phases for clients with inadequate attachment histories — both children/adolescents and adults.
Attachment Trauma Requires a Different Approach to Every Phase
Standard EMDR protocols assume adequate early attachment. When that foundation is missing, clinical decisions change at every phase. This training gives you a developmental framework for attachment across the lifespan, then walks through what to adjust in Phases 1-8 for both children and adults with inadequate attachment histories. You will leave knowing what to look for and what to do differently.
What This Looks Like in Practice
After This Training
- Confidence using EMDR with early attachment trauma instead of referring out
- A developmental framework for understanding attachment across the lifespan
- Clear clinical adaptations for each EMDR phase when attachment is the issue
- Skills for working with both children and adults with inadequate attachment
- Less second-guessing when attachment-related material surfaces in session
Skills You'll Build
What You'll Learn
Who This Training Is For
- Clinicians who feel nervous about using EMDR with early attachment trauma
- Practitioners who feel stuck with this population and tend to refer out
- EMDR therapists wanting to adapt their skills for attachment-related issues
- Clinicians working with clients across the lifespan
Prerequisites: Requires EMDRIA Approved Basic Training
Schedule
What's Included
Continuing Education Approvals
NBCC
Trauma Specialists Training Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7268. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Trauma Specialists Training Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. 5.5 Clock Hours.
APA
Trauma Specialists Training Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Trauma Specialists Training Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE: 5.5 Credits
EMDRIA
Trauma Specialists Training Institute is an EC Provider (#20014) and this program (#20014-31) is approved for 5.5 EMDRIA Credits. Eligibility for EMDRIA Credits is restricted to those who have completed an EMDRIA-Approved Basic EMDR Training.
Trauma Specialists Training Institute, LLC maintains responsibility for all aspects of this program and its content.
Your Trainers
Rachel Harrison, LCPC, NCC
Founder & CEO
EMDRIA Approved Consultant, Trainer, and Basic Trainer. Founder and CEO of Trauma Specialists Training Institute. MA in Counseling from Denver Seminary. Licensed in Maryland, Delaware, and Colorado. Has trained hundreds of clinicians in EMDR therapy.
Jamie Sedgwick, LCPC, NCC
Training Director & Consultant
EMDRIA Certified Therapist, Approved Consultant, and Approved Basic Trainer. MA in Community Counseling from McDaniel College. Specializes in complex trauma and personality disorders.
Register
Choose your preferred date and secure your spot.
May 7, 2026
Virtual (Zoom)
Group discounts available for 5+ clinicians. Contact info@traumaspecialiststraining.com
Frequently Asked Questions
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