This evaluation form is provided to Approved Consultants to support their evaluation of Consultants in Training (CIT). EMDRIA recommends that Approved Consultants utilize this measure (or an equivalent tool) to assess a CIT’s knowledge and skills in providing consultation in EMDR therapy, to provide feedback to the CIT, and to identify areas to strengthen prior to recommending the CIT for the Approved Consultant credential.

No minimum/passing score is indicated due to the subjective nature of such an evaluation; however, the items below reflect content essential to the consultation-of-consultation process. Thus, if a CIT has not demonstrated the skill or practice described in each item, the Approved Consultant has reason to require that it be adequately completed/demonstrated (in a manner determined by the Approved Consultant) prior to recommending the CIT for the Approved Consultant credential.

Does the CIT have set expectations and enter into a written contractual agreement for consultation services prior to beginning their work with consultees?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT meet regularly with consultees?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

What type/manner of consultation is utilized by CIT? (check all that apply)
In Person
Online Video Conferencing
Phone

Does the CIT track and document hours with consultees in group and/or individual consultation?
(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does CIT navigate group consultation successfully, allowing appropriate time for case discussion with each group participant?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

What type of documentation does the CIT require for consultees’ clinical case material?
Video Recordings
Audio Recordings
Near Verbatim Transcripts
EMDR Case Presentation Forms
Other:

Does the CIT review clinical case material presented by consultees and make recommendations based on adherence to standard EMDR therapy?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT prepare adequately written documentation or provide recording of their consultation sessions with consultees for the purposes of receiving consultation-of-consultation?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Is the CIT able to proficiently explain and articulate each phase of the standard EMDR therapy?

Yes No

Does the CIT keep the consultee focused on the standard EMDR therapy?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Is the CIT able to effectively guide consultees when they are stuck or applying standard EMDR therapy inaccurately?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT assess their consultees’ ability to maintain fidelity to the standard EMDR therapy? Is the CIT able to provide effective & helpful guidance to consultees with regard to maintaining fidelity?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT recognize the therapeutic transference issues that may impact the utilization of EMDR?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Can the CIT explain appropriate EMDR case conceptualization, target sequencing and treatment planning?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT demonstrate an understanding of advanced EMDR therapy topics, such as application of EMDR with special populations (within their areas of expertise), and working with complex trauma cases?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT demonstrate an understanding of when consultees should be using standard EMDR therapy versus when modifications are necessary in order to safely and effectively treat the client?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Is the CIT able to effectively motivate newly trained clinicians to use EMDR (if applicable)?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT allow consultees to develop his/her own style?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Does the CIT provide helpful feedback to consultees?

(Never) 1 2 3 4 5 (Always)

Has the CIT provided consultation to at least five different consultees, three of whom have already completed the EMDR basic training?

Yes No

Strengths & Weaknesses: