Webinar: Understanding EMDR: From Its Roots to Modern Trauma Healing by ICANotes

Understanding EMDR: From Its Roots to Modern Trauma Healing

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From its discovery more than three decades ago to its recognition by leading organizations like the APA and WHO, EMDR Therapy has transformed the landscape of trauma treatment. This free webinar invites you into an engaging, conversation-style exploration of EMDR’s history, evidence base, and expanding applications, plus a glimpse at where the next decade of practice and research is headed.

What You’ll Learn
In this engaging, conversation-style session, we’ll explore:
✅ The History of EMDR – How a simple walk in the park sparked one of the most effective trauma therapies of our time.
✅ The Basics of EMDR Therapy – What it is, what it isn’t, and how it helps clients process trauma on both mind and body levels.
✅ The Research – Why EMDR is endorsed by the APA, WHO, VA/DoD, and how it compares to other trauma-focused treatments.
✅ Applications Beyond PTSD – How EMDR is being used for anxiety, depression, chronic pain, grief, addictions, sleep issues, and even peak performance.
✅ The Future of EMDR – Exciting directions in telehealth, integration with other therapies, research priorities, and innovative applications in medicine and community care.

Why Attend?
Whether you’re a mental health professional, a student, or simply curious about EMDR, this webinar will give you:

✨ A clear roadmap of EMDR’s evolution and why it matters today.
✨ Insight into the science and mechanisms behind EMDR.
✨ A vision of how EMDR is expanding to meet the needs of tomorrow.
✨ A safe, conversational space to learn and ask questions.

Reserve Your Spot
Seats are limited, and you won’t want to miss this engaging look at EMDR Therapy.

Presenter

Barbara Sheehan-Zeidler, MA, LPC EMDRIA Trainer/Consultant

Barbara Sheehan-Zeidler, MA, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the owner of Creative and Caring Counseling in Littleton, Colorado. She is an EMDR Trainer, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, and a Certified EMDR Therapist.

Barbara is passionate about and committed to the work of trauma healing. She brings mindfulness, depth, and compassion to her clinical and teaching roles. Barbara is Level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and certified in IFS Somatic Therapy, with additional advanced trainings in EMDR therapy, Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Polyvagal Theory, Sandplay, and Natural Processing. She regularly presents at local and international conferences, and facilitates workshops to support agency leaders and their teams.

Rooted in a relational, collaborative, and holistic approach, Barbara values “moment-to-moment attunement” and trusting the process. Whether offering therapy, consultation, or a training, her down-to-earth, playful presence invites warmth, accessibility, and embodiment that emphasizes safety, curiosity, and connection.

Outside of her professional life, Barbara enjoys spending time with her family, upcycling furniture, and exploring Colorado’s hiking trails.

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