Q: If I completed my EMDR therapy training through the Maiberger Institute, am I considered trained in EMDR therapy?

Yes, if you completed the Remote EMDR Training , which includes 40 hours of training and 10 hours of group consultation, you are considered EMDR-trained and are eligible to begin practicing EMDR therapy with clients, provided you hold an active state mental license for that. You receive a Certificate of Completion from the Maiberger Institute upon completing the training, signifying that you have received EMDR training. For example, you can update your CV/bio/profile to say: “I completed my EMDR training through the Maiberger Institute” “I am trained in EMDR therapy.” “I am an EMDR therapist.” “I am EMDR-trained.” EMDR-Trained vs. EMDR-Certified: It is important to note there is a difference between an “EMDR-trained” (“EMDR therapist") vs “EMDR-certified” (“Certified EMDR Therapist”) as certification requires additional training and consultation beyond initial EMDR training. Completing the Maiberger Institute's training makes you "EMDR-trained," which is the foundational step to using the therapy. EMDR Certification is a separate, optional process. Eligibility to Practice EMDR Therapy: Once you have your Certificate of Completion, you can begin offering EMDR therapy to clients as long as you have a valid state mental health license to practice.

Q: If I completed my Remote EMDR Training program through the Maiberger Institute, can I also become a "Certified EMDR Therapist" through the Maiberger Institute?

Yes. Upon completion of Remote EMDR Training , you will receive an “EMDR Training Certificate of Completion” from the Maiberger Institute. This means you received EMDR training that meets or exceeds a standard EMDR basic training program, and that you may begin offering and practicing EMDR therapy with clients. You will also be eligible to get listed on our EMDR Therapist Directory (free). Once you've completed your training, and get listed on our directory, you then have the option of becoming a “ Certified EMDR Therapist ” through the Maiberger Institute as well. Visit our EMDR Certification page for more details. You do not need to be a "Certified EMDR Therapist" to practice EMDR therapy . However, therapists who continue on to become a "Certified EMDR Therapist" deepen their skill level as an EMDR therapist, and enjoy using EMDR therapy in more expansive and creative ways. For those of you wanting become a "Certified EMDR Therapist" through the Maiberger Institute, please visit the EMDR Certification page for more information. The Maiberger Institute will not be taking on any new candidates for its EMDR Certification Program after October 1, 2025.

Question 1

If I completed my EMDR therapy training through the Maiberger Institute, am I considered trained in EMDR therapy?

Young · Accepted Answer

Yes, if you completed the Remote EMDR Training, which includes 40 hours of training and 10 hours of group consultation, you are considered EMDR-trained and are eligible to begin practicing EMDR therapy with clients, provided you hold an active state mental license for that. You receive a Certificate of Completion from the Maiberger Institute upon completing the training, signifying that you have received EMDR training. For example, you can update your CV/bio/profile to say:

“I completed my EMDR training through the Maiberger Institute”
“I am trained in EMDR therapy.”
“I am an EMDR therapist.”
“I am EMDR-trained.”

EMDR-Trained vs. EMDR-Certified: It is important to note there is a difference between an “EMDR-trained” (“EMDR therapist") vs “EMDR-certified” (“Certified EMDR Therapist”) as certification requires additional training and consultation beyond initial EMDR training. Completing the Maiberger Institute's training makes you "EMDR-trained," which is the foundational step to using the therapy. EMDR Certification is a separate, optional process. Eligibility to Practice EMDR Therapy: Once you have your Certificate of Completion, you can begin offering EMDR therapy to clients as long as you have a valid state mental health license to practice.

Question 2

If I completed my Remote EMDR Training program through the Maiberger Institute, can I also become a "Certified EMDR Therapist" through the Maiberger Institute?

Young · Accepted Answer

Yes. Upon completion of Remote EMDR Training, you will receive an “EMDR Training Certificate of Completion” from the Maiberger Institute. This means you received EMDR training that meets or exceeds a standard EMDR basic training program, and that you may begin offering and practicing EMDR therapy with clients. You will also be eligible to get listed on our EMDR Therapist Directory (free). Once you've completed your training, and get listed on our directory, you then have the option of becoming a “Certified EMDR Therapist” through the Maiberger Institute as well. Visit our EMDR Certification page for more details. You do not need to be a "Certified EMDR Therapist" to practice EMDR therapy. However, therapists who continue on to become a "Certified EMDR Therapist" deepen their skill level as an EMDR therapist, and enjoy using EMDR therapy in more expansive and creative ways. For those of you wanting become a "Certified EMDR Therapist" through the Maiberger Institute, please visit the EMDR Certification page for more information. The Maiberger Institute will not be taking on any new candidates for its EMDR Certification Program after October 1, 2025.

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