Noticing Anxiety: Integrating EMDR Therapy for Anxiety Disorders
On-Demand
Holly Forman-Patel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).
She utilized her skills as a therapist and program director working with children in school environments and in community mental health settings while simultaneously growing her private practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. She recently relocated to Dallas, Texas, where she continues her private practice via telehealth, supporting clients in dual geographies.
Holly specializes in working with children and teens, along with adults, primarily around trauma and anxiety. Holly has published two workbooks on anger management for children and teens.
In her work, Holly utilizes multiple modalities with a primary emphasis on EMDR Therapy. She was first trained in EMDR Therapy in 2012 and moved forward to certification and then to Approved Consultant. She is currently an EMDR Trainer with EMDR Professional Training. She has presented various advanced trainings in EMDR Therapy, including at the EMDRIA Conference. Additionally, she provides the needed hours for EMDR certification and EMDR approved consulting for trained EMDR therapists.
Mary E Eason, PhD is a Licensed Psychologist.
She has been working with adults, teens and children for the last 30 years. She obtained her doctorate degree in Psychology from the University of Southern California and her Masters of Science degree from Cal State Fullerton. Dr. Eason worked as a Mental Health Consultant to the Social Services Agency, assisting social workers, caregivers, and families in managing the emotional and behavioral needs of children. In addition, Dr. Eason is an Approved Consultant in EMDR therapy and has a private practice office in Fullerton, California working with adults and teens suffering with serious and persistent mental illness, depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma and addiction. In addition, Dr. Eason is a Facilitator and Advanced Trainer for EMDR Professional Training located in Southern California.
Dr. Eason is the Orange County Coordinator for the EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs Trauma Recovery Network. Dr. Eason is responsible for coordinating a group of EMDR therapists that provide pro bono EMDR therapy to residents of Orange County who have experienced significant trauma related to community emergencies.
On-demand
Access immediately for 90 days
Approved for 6 EMDRIA Credits and 6 CE’s (by CE-Classes.com)
This 6 hour training will equip participants with essential skills to effectively utilize EMDR Therapy in treating a range of anxiety disorders, including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Separation Anxiety and Selective Mutism. A review of how to differentiate between different anxiety disorders and discover how to tailor EMDR Therapy interventions for optimal results with each. Attendees will learn how to develop and adapt treatment plans from the initial intake through therapy progression, while addressing blocked reprocessing during sessions. Additionally, the course will explore strategies for navigating complex cases and applying the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model and EMDR Therapy’s three prongs to guide interventions when working with anxiety disorders.
The training is a taping of the live presentation, which has been edited into sections 30-80 minutes long, includes captions and has a power point to accompany it.
This training includes and is approved for 6 EMDRIA Credits. It is also approved for 6 CE’s from CE-Classes.com ($30).
Cost
Regular: $249
Community Mental Health: $162 (use code: community)
Licensure CE’s: $30
Course Description, Learning Objectives, Schedule
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This 6 hour training will equip participants with essential skills to effectively utilize EMDR Therapy in treating a range of anxiety disorders, including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Separation Anxiety and Selective Mutism. A review of how to differentiate between different anxiety disorders and discover how to tailor EMDR Therapy interventions for optimal results with each. Attendees will learn how to develop and adapt treatment plans from the initial intake through therapy progression, while addressing blocked reprocessing during sessions. Additionally, the course will explore strategies for navigating complex cases and applying the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model and EMDR Therapy’s three prongs to guide interventions when working with anxiety disorders.
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Participants will leave the training with the ability to:
Objective 1: Explain how to use EMDR Therapy with anxiety disorders (Generalized Anxiety, Phobias, Separation Anxiety, Panic with and without agoraphobia, social anxiety, selective mutism)
Objective 2: Distinguish between the different anxiety disorders and EMDR interventions that are uniquely effective for each
Objective 3: Explain how to utilize the AIP model and three prongs of EMDR Therapy to effectively guide their work with anxiety disorders
Objective 4: Describe how to develop effective treatment plans at the initial intake session and how to effectively modify them as therapy progresses when working with anxiety
Objective 5: Describe strategies to address blocked reprocessing with anxiety
Objective 6: Identify various strategies to navigate complex cases when working with anxiety
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Cancellations/refunds:
No refund for cancellations is provided. If a registrant is unable to attend the training their registration will be moved to complete the on-demand version of the training. The on-demand version currently is not approved for CE's.
In the event that Holly Forman-Patel is forced to cancel the training, a new training date will be offered. Any registrant who is unable to make the new date will receive a full refund.
Refund Policy for OnDemand Courses
OnDemand courses are available for a total of 90 days of enrollment. No refunds are offered. Registrants may reach out to request an extension for extraneous circumstances.
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Grievances are only accepted in writing and will be handled within fourteen business days. For ethical complaints, please contact the appropriate licensing boards.
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Eligibility
This course is considered an advanced course for EMDR therapy clinicians. Before enrolling in this course, participants should successfully complete an EMDRIA approved EMDR Basic Training program.
If you have not yet taken EMDR Basic Training, please go to our Basic Training schedule on our EMDR Basic Training home page at EMDR Professional Training.
CE INFORMATION
This course is a 6 CE course. Participants are responsible for checking with their state boards to verify CE requirements.
EMDR International Association (EMDRIA) CEs
Holly Forman-Patel is an approved EMDRIA CE Provider (#20006), and this program is approved by EMDRIA for 6 EMDRIA Credits, Approval #20006-07
Training level: Intermediate level
Eligibility for EMDRIA Credits is restricted to those who have completed an EMDRIA-Approved Basic EMDR Training.
Continuing Education Credit - Professional CEs
Continuing Education Credit is awaiting approval for 6 CEs through the CE partner, CE-Classes.com. See the information below for professional approvals.
CE-Classes.com is approved by:
The American Psychological Association (APA) CE-Classes.com is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CE-Classes.com maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
California Board of Behavioral Sciences. The California Board of Behavioral Sciences, BBS, recognizes relevant course work/training that has been approved by nationally recognized certifying bodies, such as APA, to satisfy renewal requirements.
California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) Provider Number OS-12-174-0627 Expires 06-2027
California Board of Registered Nursing. CEP 15647 Expires 11/30/2026.
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Florida Certification Board
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Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (LPCs, LMFTs and LBCs)
South Carolina - CE-Classes.com is approved by the S.C. Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapist, Addiction Counselors, and Psycho-Educational Specialists (#4696).
Texas Board of Social Work Examiners – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
Texas Board of Professional Counselors – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
Texas Board of Marriage & Family Therapists – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
This course is NOT available for NBCC credit
This course does not offer ASWB ACE credit to social workers. However our state board approvals may be accepted for license renewal. Check with your state board.
Licensed Professionals should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval.
Certificates are awarded online after completion of the workshop. Participants print their own certificate after registering at CE-Classes.com, entering a keycode, and completing an evaluation form.
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More information about obtaining your CE Certificate for this course is available at the end of the workshop.
There are no known conflicts of interests for this workshop
ADA Assistance
Facilities used by Holly Forman-Patel for on-location training events are ADA compliant. Please contact Holly Forman-Patel at consultation@hollyforman.com should you need any special accommodations (ADA) at an on-location training event.
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