Training Policies
& Enrollment Information

Mindology Counseling's EMDR Basic Training is designed to align with current EMDR Basic Training requirements, including the required strucutre of didactic instruction, supervised practicum, and consultation.

The information on this page is publicly available to prospective trainees before registration so they can review training policies, fees, consultation structure, technology requirements, and enrollment expectations in advance.

If you have questions about any item on this page before enrolling, please contact Mindology Counseling before registering.

1. Program description and scope

Mindology Counseling offers a complete and comprehensive EMDR Basic Training designed to provide foundational knowledge, structured skill development, supervised practicum practice, and live consultation in the use of EMDR therapy.

The full training consists of a minimum of 50 total hours, including:

• 20 hours didactic instruction

• 20 hours supervised practicum

• 10 hours consultation

Registration is for the entire training program. Partial registration is not offered.

This training is intended for clinicians seeking a full basic training program rather than a partial workshop or introductory overview. EMDRIA requires that prospective trainees have the option to register for the complete training up front.

Mindology’s current participant agreement already reflects this complete-program structure and full 50-hour scope.

2. Eligibility Requirements

Participants must meet current eligibility requirements for EMDR Basic Training at the time of registration.

In general, EMDR Basic Training is open to:

• licensed mental health professionals with an appropriate mental health scope of practice

• pre-licensed mental health clinicians who are pursuing licensure and working under appropriate supervision

• eligible graduate students in a qualifying mental health discipline who have completed core graduate coursework and are in practicum or internship on a licensing track

To complete registration, participants may be required to submit documentation such as:

• professional license or associate license

• degree or transcript

• supervisor information, if applicable

• internship/practicum verification, if applicable

If eligibility cannot be verified, registration may be declined or cancelled.

3. Training Format, Schedule, and Completion Timeline

This training is delivered through live synchronous instruction, supervised practicum, live consultation, and LMS-supported course access.

The training includes:

• live synchronous teaching

• live small-group practicum

• live consultation

• LMS-based access to course documents, handouts, announcements, assignments, evaluations, and required learning materials

All practicum and consultation hours are completed live. EMDRIA’s curriculum requirements specify 20 hours of live practicum and 10 hours of live consultation.

Participants must complete the entire training within 12 months of the initial start date, unless an extension is granted for documented humanitarian or extenuating circumstances. EMDRIA requires this 12-month expectation to be made clear before registration.

Current training format

Live instruction + supervised practicum + live consultation + LMS-supported course access

Completion deadline

All training requirements must be completed within 12 months of the initial training start date.

Extenuating circumstances

Requests for extension due to documented medical, family, humanitarian, or similarly significant circumstances may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Approval is not guaranteed.

4. Tuition, Cost Disclosure, and What Is Included

The tuition for the complete 50-hour EMDR Basic Training is $1,950, and this tuition includes the 10 requried consultation hours.

This tuition includes the full EMDR Basic Training Program, including:

• 20 hours didactic instruction

• 20 hours supervised practicum

• 10 hours live consultation

• access to course materials provided through the LMS

• administrative support related to training participation

Tuition does not include:

• required books or outside reading materials unless specifically stated otherwise

• optional continuing education processing fees, if separately charged

• re-enrollment or make-up fees if a participant misses required portions and must complete them outside the original cohort structure

5. Required Consultation Hours & Consultation Strcuture

EMDRIA requires 10 hours of consultation to complete EMDR Basic Training. Consultation is a required component of the training and is not optional.

Consultation included in tuition

Mindology Counseling’s EMDR Basic Training tuition includes the 10 required consultation hours. Prospective trainees are not required to pay separate consultation fees in order to complete the standard training sequence unless additional make-up, remediation, or individually requested support is needed outside the included training structure.

How consultation is provided

The required consultation hours are provided as part of the training program in five live 2-hour consultation sessions scheduled by Mindology Counseling over the course of the training. These consultation sessions are designed to occur in developmental increments so that trainees receive support as they begin applying EMDR therapy concepts and procedures in clinical practice.

Consultation format

Consultation is provided in a live group format and is intended to support clinical integration, case-based learning, and individualized feedback. Consultation is not limited to practicum discussion alone. It is designed to help trainees apply EMDR therapy appropriately and safely in actual clinical work.

Consultation timing

Consultation is provided outside the core didactic/practicum training days unless otherwise stated in the training schedule. Trainees are informed of the consultation calendar before or at the time of enrollment so they understand the required participation schedule in advance.

Consultation schedule

Consultation 1 — 2 hours

Focus: readiness, stabilization, case selection, and target sequencing

Consultation 2 — 2 hours

Focus: Phase 3 and 4 questions, incomplete processing, and common beginner errors

Consultation 3 — 2 hours

Focus: bridge into advanced methodology, RDI, and case formulation questions

Consultation 4 — 2 hours

Focus: future template, closure decisions, and advanced desensitization questions

Consultation 5 — 2 hours

Focus: integrating EMDR into practice, scope, fidelity, and next-step development

Purpose of consultation

Consultation is intended to support the safe, competent, and developmentally appropriate integration of EMDR therapy into clinical practice. Consultation may include:

case conceptualization support
treatment planning and sequencing guidance
readiness and stabilization discussion
fidelity to the standard protocol
application questions arising from training and early clinical use
individualized feedback on strengths, growth areas, and next steps

Clinical focus of consultation

Consultation is intended to support real clinical application of EMDR therapy. As trainees begin integrating EMDR into practice, consultation may include discussion of appropriate client selection, pacing, case formulation, target development, protocol fidelity, and questions that arise in early implementation.

Consultation faculty

Consultation is provided by Christy Huang, LCPC and/or qualified EMDR consultation faculty consistent with current EMDRIA standards, when applicable. Consultation is provided in a live group format unless otherwise specified.

Participation expectations

Trainees are expected to attend all required consultation sessions, participate professionally, and come prepared with questions related to clinical integration, case conceptualization, or implementation of EMDR therapy within their scope of practice.

Additional consultation outside the included structure

If a trainee misses required consultation, requires remediation, or requests additional support beyond the included 10 hours, additional fees or separate scheduling may apply.

6. Attendance, Participation, and Camera Requirements

Full attendance is required for all live portions of the training, including didactic sessions, practicum, and consultation.

Participants in virtual training are expected to:

• join from a private and appropriate learning environment

• maintain a stable internet connection

• keep their camera on during live sessions unless an approved accommodation has been made

• remain professionally engaged throughout the training day

EMDRIA requires that, during virtual basic trainings, trainees must have cameras on so training faculty can monitor attendance and visual participation.

Late arrival / missed content policy

If a participant misses more than 15 minutes of required live content, make-up requirements may apply.

Make-up requirements may include:

• attending missed content with a future cohort

• additional supervised practice

• completion of an approved remediation plan

• additional fees if make-up or re-enrollment is required

7. Practicum Expectations and Participant Safety

Practicum is an educational component of the training and does not constitute personal therapy.

During practicum, participants may take the role of:

• clinician

• clinical recipient

• observer, when applicable

Practicum may involve the use of real-life material to the extent appropriate for training and participant safety. EMDRIA notes that practicum may be done in dyads or triads and that trainees should receive direct behavioral observation and feedback.

Safety statement

EMDR-related exercises may evoke emotional, cognitive, or physiological reactions. Participants are expected to monitor their own readiness and self-care and to seek outside support if needed.

Participants with significant dissociation, seizure conditions, cardiac concerns, pregnancy-related considerations, ocular sensitivity, or other medical or psychiatric concerns that may affect participation should consult an appropriate treating professional before participating in intensive experiential components.

8. Reuqired Reading and Preparation

Participants are responsible for obtaining and completing required reading associated with the training.

EMDRIA’s required reading currently includes:

• Shapiro (2018), EMDR Therapy: Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures

• Go With That Magazine, Fall 2020, Volume 25, Issue 3

• Guidelines for Virtual EMDR Therapy

Participants are expected to review required reading and preparatory materials before and during the training. Required texts are not included in tuition unless specifically stated otherwise.

9. Cancellation, Refund, Transfer, and Withdrawal Policy

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.

• 30 days or more before the training start date: full refund minus a $150 administrative fee

• 14 to 29 days before the training start date: 50% refund of training tuition

• 13 days or fewer before the training start date: no refund

Trainer-initiated cancellation

If Mindology Counseling must cancel or reschedule the training due to low enrollment, illness, emergency, or circumstances outside its control, participants will be offered either:

• a full refund of tuition paid, or

• transfer to a future cohort at no additional tuition charge

Mindology Counseling is not responsible for travel, lodging, lost wages, or other incidental expenses.

Withdrawal after training has begun

Once training has started:

• no refund is issued for content already delivered

• transfer to a future cohort may be permitted once, at the trainer’s discretion and subject to availability

• additional re-enrollment or administrative fees may apply

Consultation-related fees

If consultation is billed separately by outside consultants, those fees are governed by the consultant’s own cancellation and refund policies and are not refundable through Mindology Counseling.

Extenuating circumstances

Requests for exception due to documented medical emergency, family crisis, or other humanitarian circumstance may be reviewed case by case. Approval is not guaranteed.

10. Feedback on Trainee Progress

Participants receive feedback throughout the training process, including through:

• direct behavioral observation during practicum

• consultation discussion and individualized case feedback

• instructor review of participation, protocol use, and clinical reasoning

• learner assessment completion and training evaluations

• remediation or recommendations when a trainee needs additional support

Trainees also receive feedback during the didactic portion of the training through instructor clarification, discussion, learner assessment completion, review of understanding, and guidance provided before and during practicum progression.

Feedback is intended to help trainees understand strengths, identify growth areas, and develop greater safety, clarity, and fidelity in the application of EMDR therapy.

11. Grievance and Complaint Process

Participants are encouraged to first attempt informal resolution when appropriate by raising concerns directly with the trainer or relevant faculty member.

If the issue is not resolved informally, a formal written grievance may be submitted and should include:

• participant name and contact information

• a clear description of the concern

• dates, relevant individuals, and any supporting documentation

Response timeline

• grievances are acknowledged within 7 business days

• a review is conducted by the trainer or designated reviewer

• a written response is typically provided within 30 days, unless additional time is required

Mindology Counseling prohibits retaliation against any participant who raises a concern or submits a grievance in good faith.

Suggested contact line

Formal grievances may be submitted to: contact@mindologyllc.com

12. Accessibility and Accommodations

Reasonable accommodation requests should be submitted in writing as early as possible, preferably at least 14 days before the training start date, so that appropriate planning can occur.

Accommodation requests may relate to:

• disability access

• visual, hearing, or mobility needs

• technology access needs

• other learning-access considerations

Participants may contact contact@mindologyllc to request accommodations or discuss access needs before enrolling.

13. Technology, LMS Use and Privacy

This training uses course technology to support educational delivery, communication, documentation, and program administration. Information in this section is provided so prospective trainees can review technology expectations and privacy-related information before enrollment.

Platforms used in the training

Training may use platforms such as:

Google Classroom for course organization, training materials, announcements, assignments, and required documents
Google Meet for live virtual teaching sessions, supervised practicum, and consultation
secure electronic communication for administrative contact and course-related updates

Account and access requirements

Participants should be prepared to:

maintain a reliable internet connection
use a computer or device with webcam and audio capability
access email regularly for course communication
use a Google account / Gmail address if required for access to Google Classroom or other Google-based course tools

If a Google account is required for participation in the LMS, trainees are responsible for ensuring they can access that account before training begins.

Participant responsibilities related to technology

Participants are responsible for:

joining from a private and appropriate location when attending live sessions
protecting confidentiality in all case discussion and course materials
not recording training sessions, practicum, consultation, or peer discussion unless expressly authorized
following course technology instructions and privacy expectations
using only approved methods of access and communication for course participation

Mindology Counseling’s use of trainee information

Mindology Counseling may collect and use trainee information for legitimate training-related purposes, including:

registration and eligibility review
course communication
attendance tracking
consultation and completion tracking
certificate documentation
administrative recordkeeping
training evaluation and quality improvement

Mindology Counseling does not sell trainee personal information. Information is used for training administration, educational delivery, and related operational needs.

Training records

Mindology Counseling maintains training-related records in accordance with applicable training, administrative, and professional requirements. Such records may include enrollment information, attendance records, consultation completion, learner assessment completion, evaluations, and certificate-related documentation.

Third-party platform privacy

Google and other third-party platforms may collect, process, store, and use account, device, usage, and content-related information according to their own privacy policies and terms of use. Mindology Counseling does not control third-party platform data practices.

Prospective and enrolled trainees are responsible for reviewing the privacy and data-use policies of any third-party platforms used in the training before participating.

Google platform privacy and security information

Prospective trainees should review the current public privacy and terms materials for any Google platform used in the training, including:

These materials are publicly available from Google and explain how Google handles user data within its platforms.

Important privacy notice for trainees

By choosing to enroll and participate in a training that uses third-party course platforms, trainees understand that:

third-party platforms may collect and store certain user data under their own policies
Mindology Counseling does not control how those third-party platforms process user data
trainees should review those platform policies before enrollment if they have privacy-related concerns
participation in the training requires compliance with the technology and privacy expectations described in the training materials

14. Certificates, Completion, and Training Records

To be eligible for a certificate of completion, participants must:

• complete all required live training hours

• complete all practicum requirements

• complete all 10 consultation hours

• complete required learner assessments and evaluations

• remain in compliance with training participation and conduct expectations

Mindology Counseling maintains trainee records in accordance with applicable training and administrative requirements.

15. Contact for Training Questions

For questions about eligibility, registration, consultation structure, accommodation requests, technology requirements, privacy-related information, or training policies, please contact:

Christy Huang, LCPC

Mindology Counseling

contact@mindologyllc.com

Training Policies & Enrollment Information