Grief is complex — especially when it’s tied to trauma, guilt, or unresolved emotional pain. The EMDR-GRIEF model offers clinicians a structured, compassionate approach to help clients move through complicated loss. In this post, we explore the core elements of the model and how you can get trained to use it effectively in your practice.

When we talk about healing from trauma, many people imagine therapy sessions that focus solely on talking through difficult memories....

For mental health professionals, learning never stops — and at the Trauma and Grief Institute (TGI), we believe it shouldn’t. Ongoing training isn’t just a box to check for licensure; it’s a meaningful act of care. Care for your clients, yes — but also for yourself.

Grief can feel like being pulled under — unpredictable, overwhelming, and uniquely personal. At the Trauma and Grief Institute (TGI), we support individuals navigating profound loss in all its forms: the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or the quiet, aching grief that follows trauma and identity shifts.

Starting EMDR therapy can bring up a mix of emotions—from hope to uncertainty. In this post, we walk you through what to expect in your first session and offer tips to help you feel grounded, prepared, and supported as you begin your healing journey.

Trauma and loss can leave a lasting impact. At the Trauma and Grief Institute in Ottawa, we use EMDR therapy to help clients find relief, healing, and renewed balance.