EMDR Therapists Archives

IDEA in Phase One (Phase 1 Toolkit)

Attuning to IDEA needs and cultural context supports more accurate case conceptualization and treatment planning.

This sample case follows the patient “Clara” through treatment planning in Phase One of EMDR therapy.

Use this form to create an EMDR therapy treatment plan for the issues the client is hoping to address. Also see the video in this toolkit.

Factors to keep an eye out for when planning for EMDR therapy with a client. Some require more resourcing or preparation before reprocessing.

BCEs are favorable experiences that occur during childhood (0-17 years), such as having social support and security.

ACEs are potentially traumatic events that occur during childhood (0-17 years), such as witnessing violence or experiencing food insecurity.

Impact of Event Scale – Revised (IES-R), a self-report measure used to assess distress caused by traumatic events.

A self-report tool for assessing ICD-11 PTSD and Complex PTSD, along with translations and scoring guidelines.

Clinically supported, 60-item version of the Multidimensional Inventory of Dissociation for use in assessing dissociative symptoms in adults.

A visual timeline for organizing client history.

An introductory handout on Phase One of EMDR therapy to share with your clients.

This video offers guidance and an example of issue-driven treatment planning during Phase One of EMDR therapy.