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The Basics
General Questions
Are your courses accredited?
TTI is an EMDRIA, ACE, APA, NASW, and NBCC-approved continuing education provider. Not all courses offer CEs for each of these boards. Approved CEs are clearly noted on each course page. If a course is not EMDR-focused, there are no EMDRIA CEs available.
Are your courses available live or on-demand?
We are a virtual training company offering both synchronous (live, interactive) and asynchronous (pre-recorded, on-demand) courses. Each training clearly identifies its format. Check the registration info or landing page of the training you're interested in. EMDR Basic Training, for example, is live and must be attended in real-time. Most Advanced Trainings and special workshops can be attended live or on-demand after the live event.
Do I need to be in the US to attend training?
Nope! You can sign up for courses with TTI even if you're not based in the United States. For EMDR training, check whether your country has an EMDR governing body (EMDR Australia, EMDR UK, EMDR Europe, EMDR Asia) for region-specific information.
I'm an employer registering an employee. How do I do that?
To ensure CE credits are correctly assigned, the employee attending the training must create the account on our website. Once that's done, email us at hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com to tell us which course you'd like to purchase, and we'll send you (the employer) an invoice for payment. This ensures CE credits go to the right person, the attendee gets all course emails and materials, and there's no confusion later on.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. At checkout you'll see several payment options: card, Klarna, Afterpay, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. If you choose a third-party payment plan (like Klarna), all details will be provided when you select that option. Your private financial information shared with the third-party vendor is not visible to TTI.
Do you offer reduced rates or scholarships?
Yes. We offer annual EMDR scholarships for BIPOC mental health professionals in the US. Visit our Scholarship page to learn more or apply. We also occasionally offer promotional codes via our newsletter and social media. Subscribe to our mailing list and follow us to catch them.
Can I pay by check?
No. We accept payment via card, Klarna, Afterpay, Google Pay, and Apple Pay.
EMDR Basic Training
Basic Training FAQs
Who is eligible to take EMDR Basic Training?
Mental health professionals who are license-eligible may attend EMDR Basic Training. Interns and graduate students may attend, but they must be in the clinical portion of their graduate program. You must be enrolled in a qualifying program, but you do not need to be licensed to attend training. For full details, review <a href="https://www.emdria.org/emdr-training/eligibility-requirements-for-emdr-training/">EMDRIA's Eligibility Requirements</a>.
Is your EMDR Basic Training EMDRIA approved?
Yes. TTI is an EMDRIA-approved provider. We are also an approved EMDR Basic Training provider with ASWB, APA, and NBCC.
How long does it take to complete EMDR Basic Training?
EMDR Basic Training takes about 6 months to complete from start to finish. EMDRIA requires that you complete all portions of training within 1 year of starting.
If I complete Basic Training, am I EMDR Certified?
Not yet. After Basic Training, you'll be an EMDR clinician. Certification is a level of advanced training you can pursue after Basic Training. Think of Basic Training like a bachelor's degree in EMDR, and Certification like a master's degree. You have to get your bachelor's first. After Basic Training with TTI, you can continue with our EMDR Certification program.
Can I practice EMDR after Basic Training?
Yes. You can start practicing with clients after your first training intensive.
How do consultation hours in Basic Training work?
Your consultation groups are selected at Part 1 training. You'll be given multiple options to choose from, varying by day of the week, time, and consultant. To give you time for scheduling, your consultation groups will begin at least three weeks after your Part 1 training.
I learned some EMDR a while ago. What's best for me?
Basic Training is the first stop in becoming qualified to practice EMDR. If it's been some time since you completed Basic Training, take our Refresher Course to polish up your skills. We also recommend getting connected for consultation. If you never finished EMDR Basic Training, that's your first step!
I took Basic Training Part 1 elsewhere. Can I take Part 2 with you?
Transferring to a different program for Part 2 can be tricky. We need to ensure the program you attended for Part 1 meets our standards. Email us to discuss it. We'll need to know when you completed Part 1 and who you completed it with to see if it's a good fit.
EMDR Certification
Certification FAQs
What is EMDR Certification?
EMDR Certification is an advanced level of training and skill as an EMDR therapist, overseen by EMDRIA. It teaches you to work at an expert level and requires additional training beyond what's covered in EMDR Basic Training.
What does EMDR Certification require?
EMDRIA requires the following for Certification: 20 additional hours of consultation beyond the 10 you complete for Basic Training (10 individual + 10 group), 12 hours of advanced EMDR training (EMDRIA-approved courses), at least 50 hours of EMDR practice with at least 25 clients, and 3 letters of recommendation. You don't have to be licensed when you start working on these requirements, but you do need to be licensed when you submit your application. Full details: <a href="https://www.emdria.org/emdr-training/emdr-certification-2/">EMDRIA's Certification page</a>.
Who's eligible for EMDR Certification?
You're eligible to pursue EMDR Certification after completing an EMDRIA-approved EMDR Basic Training.
How long does it take to complete EMDR Certification?
The TTI Certification program is designed to be completed in about 12 to 18 months. The average timeline can be one to two years depending on individual factors. EMDRIA has no time limit for completing certification, and the consultation hours you do never expire.
I took EMDR Basic Training but it's been a while. What's best for me?
Many clinicians start the certification process feeling rusty. Certification will get you back in the swing of things and practicing at an expert level. Our Certification packages also include our EMDR Refresher Course to help you polish up your skills.
What does the TTI EMDR Certification Program cost?
We offer multiple package options to fit different needs and budgets. Visit our EMDR Certification page to view all current pricing and what's included in each package.
What's included in your Certification packages?
Each package includes consultation, our Refresher Course, advanced training credits, access to our resource hub, and our certification community. For full details on each package, visit our EMDR Certification page.
EMDR Consultant Training
Consultant Training FAQs
Who's eligible for Consultant Training?
Our program is open to EMDR Certified clinicians (with at least two years of certified practice) who are looking to pursue this specialized role and who demonstrate integrity, professionalism, advanced clinical skills, and compassion. Applying involves an application and an interview. Learn more and apply here.
How long does EMDR Consultant Training take?
Most CITs complete the program in 12 to 18 months. EMDRIA gives you up to 5 years from your CIT Declaration Form to complete requirements, so the pace is yours. We help you build a timeline that fits your practice.
How does enrollment work? Is there a cohort?
We accept applications on a rolling basis. Once accepted, you can begin onboarding right away. There's no fixed start date you have to wait for.
What does your EMDR Consultant Training program include?
The program includes the Consultant Training Manual, an online Consultant Hub with resources and videos, monthly consultation-of-consultation with a TTI faculty member, all 20 hours of consultation hours (10 individual + 10 group), shadowing of TTI Basic Training, a CT Core Competencies checklist, business and entrepreneurial skills, $420 in TTI store credit (12 CEs), and a connected community of CTs and Approved Consultants.
What are the new EMDRIA standards and how do they affect me?
EMDRIA published updated Approved Consultant standards in February 2026, the first major revision in years. If you're already a CIT, you can choose to apply under the existing standards (within your 5-year window) or wait for the new application later in 2026. We help you decide which path makes sense, and our program prepares you for either.
How much does your EMDR Consultant Training program cost?
Tuition is $3,600. We offer flexible payment plans (4-pay, 6-pay, or 10-pay) at 0% interest. Visit our Consultant Training page for full details.
Site & Account
Site & Account Help
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Click "Log In" in the upper right of any page, then click "Forgot Password." You'll get an email with a reset link. If you don't see it, check your spam folder. You may need to confirm your email address first; if so, the password reset page will show a link to resend the confirmation.
How do I access my courses?
Click "Log In" at the top right of any page. Once logged in, click your profile icon and select "My Library" to see all your enrolled courses.
Where can I find my course completion certificate?
After completing all course modules and passing the quiz with at least 80%, your certificate will be emailed to you automatically. You can also access it anytime by logging in, opening the course in your library, and downloading from there. We recommend saving a copy to your computer for CE submissions. Certificates won't send unless all lessons are completed.
I lost my certificate email. Can you resend it?
Yes. Contact us and we'll resend your certificate. If you completed a course before our migration to the current platform, let us know and we'll send a copy.
I'm having trouble logging in. What do I do?
First, try resetting your password using the steps above. If that doesn't work, contact us or chat with Fern (our AI assistant) and we'll get you sorted within one business day.
Operational Policies
Policies & Legal Documents
For our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use (which includes the Training Participant Waiver), please visit those dedicated pages.
ADA Policy
How TTI provides accommodations and supports participants with disabilities.
EMDR Basic Training Attendance Policy
Attendance expectations, make-up sessions, withdrawal terms, and emergency procedures for Basic Training.
Certification + CIT Attendance Policy
Attendance and consultation expectations for EMDR Certification and Consultant in Training programs.
Consultation Attendance & Withdrawal
Cancellation notice requirements, late fees, and refund calculations for consultation programs.
Grievance Policy
Process for filing concerns about training, content, or facilities, and how TTI handles complaints.
Refund & Cancellations Policy
Cancellation and refund terms for Advanced Trainings and Trauma Trainings.
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ADA Policy
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that prohibits discrimination and guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. At Trauma Therapist Institute (TTI), we are fully committed to upholding the ADA’s principles by providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all participants. Our faculty members play a critical role in ensuring that facilities are accessible and that reasonable accommodations are made available for those who require them. The Trainers are responsible for ensuring that facilities and reasonable accommodations are accessible to those with disabilities.
If you have a disability that requires accommodations, please contact us prior to the start of any training program. This allows us to be proactive in understanding your needs and ensures that we have the time to make any necessary adjustments. Open communication is essential, and we are committed to collaborating with you to create an accessible and comfortable learning experience.
We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to grow and learn in an environment that supports their unique needs. Our team will make every effort to ensure that you are not only accommodated but also fully supported throughout the training. Your success in our programs is important to us, and we are here to work with you every step of the way to provide a positive, inclusive experience.
Contact: hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com
EMDR Basic Training Attendance Policy
Welcome to EMDR Basic Training!
We’re excited to have you join us on this transformative journey. EMDR Basic Training is a dynamic, interactive experience that equips you with the skills to make a lasting impact on your clients’ lives. To ensure the best experience for you and your peers, we have a few important policies to keep our learning environment productive and supportive. We are an EMDRIA-approved training provider and follow EMDRIA's rules and regulations.
Attendance Expectations
Your full presence and participation are key to your success and the success of your peers. Here’s how you can get the most out of your training:
1. Be Present for All Training Hours:
- EMDRIA requires you to complete 20 hours of lecture, 20 hours of practicum, and 10 hours of consultation in real-time.
- Arrive on time and stay until the end of each session. If life happens and you need to arrive late or leave early, let us know in advance, and we’ll work with you (additional fees may apply).
2. Keep Your Camera On:
- We love seeing your smiling face! Keeping your camera on helps us stay connected and meet attendance requirements. This is also an EMDRIA requirement.
3. Set Up a Supportive Space:
- Treat your training environment like a counseling session—quiet, private, and free of distractions. Public spaces or attending while driving just won’t work.
4. Bring Your Best Self:
- Come ready to focus, learn, and engage. If you’re navigating significant serious medical or mental health challenges, we recommend rescheduling your training until you’re in a better place.
5. Be a Team Player:
- Create a safe, respectful space for your peers to learn and grow. We believe mistakes are part of the learning process—embrace them, and help your peers feel supported in doing the same. This is our shame free approach to learning.
6. Request Accommodations Early:
- We’re happy to support your needs! Please send any accommodation requests at least one week before training so we can make your experience as seamless as possible.
What If You Miss Some Time?
We understand that unexpected circumstances arise, life can be unpredictable. While we encourage full attendance with your cohort, we offer flexible options to help you make up missed time or transition to a new cohort if necessary.
Consultation Group Make-Up
- Missing more than 10 minutes of a consultation group requires attendance at a make-up session.
- Make-up sessions are $80/group and offered monthly. You may attend up to five make-up groups, scheduled in advance if needed.
- Find a consultation make up group here
Missed Training Time
Up to 8 Hours (Up to 4 hours lecture and/or practicum):
- Practicum Make-Up: $80/hour, offered monthly.
- Lecture Make-Up: $80/hour. Note: Missing Day 2 of Part 1 requires changing cohorts or withdrawing.
More than 8 Hours (4+ hours lecture or practicum):
- Change of Cohort: Move your training to a new cohort (subject to availability).
- More than 3 weeks before training: $100 fee.
- Less than 3 weeks before training: $300 fee.
- After Part 1: $300 fee.
- Withdrawal:
- More than 3 weeks before training: $100 fee.
- Less than 3 weeks before training: $500 fee.
- After Part 1: $500 fee + cost of training attended.
To submit a conflict request, click here or access the form in your account.
Emergencies
If an emergency arises, such as a severe illness or family crisis, please reach out to us right away. We’ll work with you to find the best path forward.
If TTI Needs to Cancel Training
If TTI needs to cancel a training, you’ll have the option to join a future cohort at no extra cost or receive a full refund.
We're Here for You
We’re committed to making this training a positive, supportive experience. If you have questions or need assistance, our team is here to help. Thank you for being part of this incredible community—we’re excited to support you on your journey to becoming EMDR trained!
Certification + CIT Attendance Policy
Attendance Expectations
It is expected that trainees attend consultation with their full presence and attention. Please attend consultation in a quiet, confidential space, just as you would a counseling session. Please do not attend consultation while driving or in a public space.
Consultation will be scheduled by mutual agreement between you and your consultant. Fees will be paid in accordance with your payment plan as agreed to upon registration.
Can I leave consultation early, arrive late, or step out?
Unfortunately, no. Missing any more than 10 minutes will impact your learning. Please plan to be present for all portions of consultation. Arriving late, leaving early, or missing portions of consultation will negatively impact your learning process along with your colleagues. If you are more than 10 minutes late to a consultation group, your consultant may not allow you to attend.
Cancellation Policy
Group Consultation
Group consultation operates differently from individual consultation. Upon enrollment, trainees register and commit to all 10 group consultation sessions at once as a full series.
If you miss a group consultation session:
- You will be required to register for a makeup group and pay the $40 fee for this makeup group. If you need to make up a group, email us at hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com for the link to register
Please plan accordingly. Missed group sessions affect not only your own learning but the experience of your fellow trainees.
Individual Consultation
A 48-hour notice of cancellation is required for individual consultation (more notice is always preferred). If a scheduled consultation is canceled less than 48 hours in advance, or if you do not show for a scheduled consultation, you are responsible for a late cancellation fee of $120. This charge will be billed by TTI via an invoice emailed to you.
We know life happens. Emergencies and confirmed medical situations should be discussed with us at hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com to help determine the right path forward.
Refunds & Withdrawals
Should you decide to withdraw after payment(s) have been made, please notify us in writing at hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com. The refund amount will be determined based on the total amount paid minus hours completed and advanced CEs used.
How refund amounts are determined:
Administrative fee: $100
Individual Consultation hours: $160 / hr
Group Consultation hours: $75 / hr
Continuing Education (CEs): $35 / CE
If the total hours provided and CEs used is higher than the amount paid to date, the consultee will be responsible for paying the remaining balance via auto-debit before a withdrawal can be processed
Consultation Attendance & Withdrawal
Attendance expectations:
It is expected that trainees attend consultation with their full presence and attention. Please attend consultation in a quiet, confidential space, just as you would a counseling session. Please do not attend consultation while driving or in a public space.
Consultation will be scheduled by mutual agreement between you and your consultant. Fees will be charged in accordance with your payment plan as agreed to upon registration.
A 48-hour notice of cancellation is required for both individual and group consultations (though more notice is preferred). If a scheduled consultation is canceled less than 48 hours in advance or if you do not show for a scheduled consultation, you are responsible for paying a late cancellation fee of $120 for individual consultation and $50 for group consultation. This charge will be billed by and paid to TTI through an invoice that will be emailed to you.
We know life happens. Emergencies and confirmed medical situations should be discussed with your consultant to help determine exceptions and the right path forward.
Can I leave consultation early, arrive late, or step out to take care of a chore?
Unfortunately, no. Missing any more than 10 minutes will impact your learning. Please plan to be present for all portions of consultation. Arriving late, leaving early, or missing portions of consultation will negatively impact your learning process along with your colleagues. If you are more than 10 minutes late to consultation, your consultant may not allow you to attend.
Tracking Hours
It is the consultee’s responsibility to keep a record of all consultation hours
they’ve acquired, along with the name of the consultant you worked with. Check your Kajabi course hub for an optional sheet to track hours.
If the consultee attends additional consultation hours beyond the number included in their package, they will be invoiced for the consultation provided:
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Individual Consultation hours at $160/hr rate
- Group Consultation hours at $75/hr rate
The consultant shares responsibility for keeping a record of all consultation hours they have provided, and their record will be used to verify a consultee’s hours.
Refunds and Withdrawals
Should you decide to withdraw after payment(s) have been made, please notify us at hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com. The refund amount will be determined based on total amount paid minus hours completed and advanced CEs used.
How refund amounts are determined:
- Total amount of payments made will be calculated.
- Amounts deducted from refund:
- $100 administrative fee
- Individual Consultation hours at $160/hr rate
- Group Consultation hours at $75/hr rate
- Any CEs included in your package used will be priced at $20/CE. CEs used will be deducted from your package.
If total hours provided and number of CEs spent is higher than the amount paid to date, the consultee will be responsible for paying the remaining balance via auto-debit before a withdrawal can be processed.
Grievance Policy
Refund & Cancellations Policy
Cancellations requested more than 48 hours prior to the live training are eligible for a refund, minus a $20 administrative fee. Cancellation requests can be submitted via email to hello@traumatherapistinstitute.com.
Refunds are not available for cancellations requested after the recorded video is available on-demand
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