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Are you interested in mastering Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and learning how to apply this powerful, evidence-based method in a professional and safe way? Please contact King nascholing.
At present there are not yet enought participants to start a training. But please show your interest with King.
EMDR Basic Training for adults
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a scientifically proven method for processing distressing or traumatic experiences. Since its development by Francine Shapiro in 1989, EMDR has been successfully used to treat trauma and various other psychological conditions.
During this inspiring four-day basic training, you will learn step by step how to apply the full EMDR protocol with adults suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related issues.
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Independently and responsibly apply the complete EMDR standard protocol.
- Effectively treat relatively uncomplicated PTSD cases.
Who can apply?
This training follows the admission criteria of the EMDR Association Netherlands (VEN) and is intended for: GZ-psychologists, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, nurse specialists, cognitive behavioural therapists and family therapists. Participants must be employed for at least 12 hours per week in the field of mental health care.
What you will learn
The training combines theory, demonstrations, and extensive practical exercises:
- Explanation of the scientific background and mechanisms of EMDR.
- Demonstrations using video examples.
- Intensive practice sessions in small groups and pairs.
- Practicing with personal (mild) emotionally charged memories.
- After day 2: applying what you have learned in your own clinical practice.
- On days 3 and 4: reviewing video fragments of your own sessions and practicing additional techniques, including the Flash-Forward Protocol.
You can find the admission requirements below in the FAQs. Have you completed the basic training and are looking for more in-depth knowledge? Then take our advanced training.
Veelgestelde vragen
To learn how to apply EMDR responsibly, there are two levels: Basic Training and Advanced Training.
The training courses on this website are accredited by:
- EMDR Europe and
- EMDR Institute (USA)
- Association EMDR Netherlands
- FGzPt (re-registration of clinical psychologists)
- NIP (re-qualification of primary care psychologists)
- Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy (VGCt)
- Psychotherapy Quality Register (NVP)
- Dutch Association for Psychiatry (NVvP)
Basic EMDR training: €1,295* (including book and course materials)
Follow-up EMDR training: €1,295* (including course materials)
The Netherlands EMDR Institute is registered with the Central Register for Short Professional Education (CRKBO). Therefore, no VAT is charged.
Since 2013, the World Health Organization has officially recommended EMDR as the first-line treatment for PTSD. The method has also proven effective for:
Specific phobias
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Panic disorder
Self-image problems
Chronic pain
Personality problems
In addition, EMDR is being investigated as a complementary treatment for addiction disorders, depression, psychosis, and bipolar disorder.
More information: Vereniging EMDR Nederland
- Registration under the BIG Act as a GZ psychologist, clinical psychologist, orthopedagogue-generalist, psychotherapist or psychiatrist, or currently in at least the first year of training toward one of these qualifications.
- Registration as a Child and Adolescent Psychologist (NIP), or currently in at least the first year of training toward that qualification (minimum 240 hours of theory).
- Registration as a Sexologist (NVVS).
- Completion of a VGCt-accredited basic course in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (100 hours).
- Completion of an NVRG-accredited basic course in Systemic Therapy (132 hours).
- Completion of a VSt-accredited basic course in Schema Therapy (25 hours).
In exceptional cases, the registration committee may approve an equivalent qualification if it is deemed comparable to the required criteria.