Continuing Education

April 10

You are invited to a…

Nazareth University Workshop:

"Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing"

Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Where: Virtually on Zoom (link will be shared individually prior to class)

Cost: Professionals $30, Nazareth Faculty & Current Field Instructors $10, Nazareth Students $5

Registration: Register by April 8

Continuing Education:

1.5 NYS CEs available for Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors and Creative Arts Therapists

Course Instructor: Fatima Banister, LCSW, MPA

Course Description:

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy approach that has gained significant recognition for its effectiveness in treating various mental health conditions, particularly trauma-related disorders. This continuing education unit provides an introduction to EMDR, covering its theoretical foundations, therapeutic techniques, and clinical applications. Participants will gain an understanding of the underlying principles of EMDR, its practical skills, and resources for training and certification.

Objectives: At the end of this course, participants will be able to…

  1. Understand the theoretical foundations of EMDR and its effectiveness in treating trauma-related disorders.
  2. Identify the key therapeutic techniques utilized in EMDR therapy.
  3. Explore the clinical applications of EMDR across various mental health conditions.
  4. Gain insight into the underlying principles guiding the EMDR therapeutic process.
  5. Acquire practical skills necessary for implementing EMDR techniques in clinical practice.
  6. Access resources and pathways for further training and certification in EMDR therapy.

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.

Cancellation and Refund Policy: 

Written cancellation must be received via email by April 8 for the full refund of the workshop fee.  Please send an email to Colleen Weldgen (cweldge7@naz.edu) if you need to cancel.  Programs may be canceled by the Nazareth University Social Work Department based on low attendance.  Full refunds will be issued.

Statements of Relationship:

Nazareth University is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for Licensed Social Workers #SW-0482.

Nazareth University is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for Licensed Creative Art Therapists #CAT-0036.

Nazareth University is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for Licensed Mental Health Counselors.  #MHC-0222.

APT Approved Provider # 09-251

Fatima Banister, LCSW, MPA

Fatima Banister, LCSW, MPA