Clinical Consultation & Supervision
Consultation is a collaborative process focused on enhancing clinical skills, case discussions, and treatment planning. The consultee retains full professional liability for their clients, and is expected to operate independently within their professional scope and ethical guidelines. Even after certification, ongoing consultation results in more competent and ethical EMDR practice. EMDR group and individual consultation time can be applied towards EMDR certification (see below).
Supervision involves oversight and legal responsibility for a supervisee's practice, and is used as part of fulfilling hours towards RP qualifying hours, or can be accessed as ongoing clinical support.
EMDR Consultation & Certification
Krista Helman, MSW, RSW
Executive Director
Registered Social Worker, ON
Registered Clinical Social Worker, BC
EMDR Approved Consultant
With an ego state, attachment, and polyvagal lens, Krista specializes in trauma and grief and is passionate about supporting clinicians in their growth and skill development. She brings years of experience working with civilian and military clients of all ages, and enjoys supporting other clincians navigate their clinical work and EMDR certification.
Supervision
Virginia Thurston, RCAT, R
Registered Psychotherapist, ON
Clinical Supervisor
Registered Canadian Art Therapist
Registered Music Teacher
T'ai Chi InstructorP
With a trauma-informed lens grounded in attachment theory and polyvagal principles, Virginia offers clinical supervision to help therapists build skills and confidence in their work. Having completed the required training to supervise other clinicians, she enjoys supporting therapists as they navigate complex cases, integrate trauma-focused approaches, and develop their professional identity. Virginia brings years of experience working with diverse client populations and is passionate about fostering growth and resilience in fellow clinicians. Supervision hours with Virginia can be applied toward the clinical supervision requirements for psychotherapist registration in Ontario.
EMDR certification is just the beginning!
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Enhance your confidence
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Sharpen your EMDR skills
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Meet awesome practitioners
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Consultation dates are open to all levels of practice
About the Group Experience
Trauma & Grief Institute EMDR group consultations are online and focus on case discussions, treatment planning, and enhancing therapy practices. Sessions are tailored to the needs of the group, fostering an engaging and collaborative environment. Each group has a maximum of 4 attendees. The group cost is paid upfront to secure your spot. Refunds are not permitted for missed sessions or withdrawal from the group.
Commitment As a Consultee
By participating in consultation, consultees agree to remain professionally liable for their clients and adhere to ethical guidelines. These consultations are designed to support your professional development and clinical practice but do not constitute supervision. It is the responsibility of consultees to keep track of all documents to streamline their EMDR certification application process.
Using Your Consultation Hours for EMDRIA Certification
EMDR Certification Hour Requirements:
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Completed EMDR basic training including the 10 hours required for consultation through the trainer program.
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20 hours of consultation total with a max of 10 group hours.
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No time limit exists between completing EMDR training and applying for EMDR certification however, submitted hours to EMDRIA must have been completed within the last 5 years.
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Completion of a minimum of 50 EMDR client hours with 25 clients.
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Be fully, and independently licensed to practice in your province/state/country of residence, and 2 years of field experience.
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12 hours EMDRIA credit professional development in the last 12 months.
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Consultant has the right to refrain from recommending consultee with a letter of support to EMDRIA if they feel consultee is not competent yet for certification.
EMDR Approved Consultant Hour Requirements:
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EMDRIA approved as a Consultant in Training (CIT)
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20 hours consultation total (individual or group). Only consultation hours received after becoming EMDR certified can be submitted.
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Completion of a minimum of 300 EMDR sessions with at least 75 clients.
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Minimum 3 years of experience after being fully EMDR trained.
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12 hours EMDRIA credit professional development in the last 12 months.
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Consultant has the right to refrain from recommending consultee with a letter of support to EMDRIA if they feel consultee is not competent yet for certification.
For more details, visit EMDRIA Certification FAQs.
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