Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Basic Training

In-Person EMDR Training in Denver, CO

Gain the training required to offer this powerful modality to your clients. In-person training allows for real connection and intuitive, tactile learning. Once you’ve completed our EMDR Basic Training program, you can begin to practice EMDR with your patients.

Expand your offerings

Once you’ve completed the training, you can begin to practice EMDR with your patients. This powerful modality integrates seamlessly into therapeutic practices.

Accredited Training

Our training is EMDRIA-approved. EMDR Basic Training is the first required step for therapists who wish to pursue EMDR Certification.

Our Training Provides 50 CEs through NBCC and 40 CE’s through ACE.

Train in Person

No spotty internet issues. Gain real, in-person connection and training with other therapist students and your EMDRIA-approved trainer.

Meet Your Trainer

Kelly Klene is the owner of Cairn Counseling and an EMDRIA-approved Certified Therapist and Consultant.

Kelly Klene is a therapist with a passion for working with folks who have experienced trauma. Kelly has experience working with all ages, from very young children to older adults.

Kelly uses facets of multiple therapy modalities to assist her clients in healing. These modalities include EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, internal family systems therapy, and play therapy. Kelly believes that, with compassion, understanding, and unconditional acceptance, clients are able to heal and move forward in their lives.

Training For All Learning Types

Our workshops include a mix of lectures and hands-on activities. We also welcome students to let us know (in advance) if you need any accommodations. 

Ongoing
Support

Think of a question after you finish class? If you have a question about the course after you complete training, you can email you trainer, Kelly.

Convenient Options

You’re busy. That’s why our training is broken into (2) 3-day increments, spanning one weekend and one weekday.

“EMDR Basic Training with Cairn Counseling was an incredible experience. From the knowledge and expertise of the instructor, the supportive and collaborative training environment, and the opportunity for hands-on practice each day, this training left me feeling excited and confident to start utilizing EMDR in my work with clients. I highly recommend this training for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and effectiveness in trauma treatment.”

Aimee

“I am so happy to have taken my EMDR training with Kelly Klene. She made the content relatable, offered great feedback during practice and allowed space for any questions we had. I left by the third day eager to use the skills I learned and confident that I could carry out an EMDR session. Can’t wait for the consultation groups and second weekend!”

Lynette

Cost: $1,500

Group, non-profit, and payment plans available. Reach out for details.

Upcoming Trainings

  • Status: No longer accepting students
    Use the form to begin the registration process.

    Training Hours
    In-Person - Denver, CO
    Location: Highlands Ranch Library

    Highlands Ranch Library
    9292 Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

    • August 8-10, 9am-5pm

    • September 4-6, 9am-5pm

    Consultation Hours

    All consultation hours are virtual, from 10-12 pm MST.

    • August 19

    • September 16

    • September 30

    • October 7

    • October 21

    Cost: $1,500

    The cost covers both training weekends and ten hours of consultation.

  • Status: Accepting students
    Use the form to begin the registration process.

    Training Hours
    In-Person - Denver, CO
    Location: Highlands Ranch Library

    Highlands Ranch Library
    9292 Ridgeline Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

    • October 3-5, 9am-5pm

    • December 4-6, 9am-5pm

    Consultation Hours

    All consultation hours are virtual, from 10-12 pm MST.

    • October 14

    • November 11

    • December 9

    • December 16

    • January 6

    Cost: $1,500

    The cost covers both training weekends and ten hours of consultation.

Retreat Trainings

  • February 1–5, 2027 • San Joaquín de Flores, Costa Rica

    Status: Accepting students
    Use the form to begin the registration process. Space is limited to 12 participants to keep the experience small and intimate.

    Training Hours
    30 total hours, held at CPI in sunny San Joaquín de Flores, plus two supporting classes held before and after the trip.

    • Pre-training class: Intro to Concepts (virtual)

      • January 27, 2027, 8am–12pm MST

    • On-site training:

      • February 1–2: 8am–12pm & 1pm–5pm

      • February 3: Day of exploration and self-care

      • February 4–5: 8am–12pm & 1pm–5pm

    • Post-training class: Practice and Assessments (virtual)

      • February 17, 2027, 8am–12pm MST

    Consultation Hours
    Following the trip, consultation groups will be held virtually.

    Accommodations & Meals
    Shared accommodations are provided at Casa Tropical, two participants per room, from January 31–February 6 to allow time to acclimate. Check-in is at 2pm on January 31; check-out is at 11am on February 6.

    • January 31: No meals provided

    • February 1–5: Breakfast and lunch provided daily

    • February 6: Breakfast only

    Round-trip airport transportation is included.

First Step: Reach Out.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We meet a total of 6 training days. The training days are broken into (2) 3-day trainings. These 3-day trainings are offered over the weekend + one weekday. The (2) training weekends are spaced a few months apart.

  • This is a 50-hour course.

  • Most days there is training in the morning and practice in the afternoon.

  • This 50-hour course includes: 20 hours in lecture, 20 hours in practice, and 10 consultation hours.

  • Payment plans can be offered by request. Contact us for more information.

  • Once you have completed this training you are EMDR trained. If you wish to pursue EMDR Certification, you are required to undertake additional hours of training and consultation. Kelly offers consultation should you wish to continue working with her.

  • The 10 included consultation hours are broken down as follows: 4 hours between training weekends and 6 hours after the training weekends.

  • Yes, they are all required.

  • If you miss an offered consultation hour, you are required to complete a consultation on your own with a qualified provider and pay out of your pocket.

  • The clinician will be able to describe the three-prong protocol

    The clinician will be able to describe what the future template is and when to use it.

    The clinician will be able to identify what happens in each phase of EMDR

    The clinician will be able to describe why to use the safe/calm place

    The clinician will be able to identify an effective negative cognition

    The clinician will be able to recall how to begin each phase of EMDR

    The clinician will be able to identify the three themes for interweaves

    The clinician will be able to identify how to manage stuckness in EMDR sessions

    The clinician will be able to identify who is a good candidate for EMDR

    The clinician will be able to describe the adaptive information processing model

    The clinician will be able to use the adaptive information processing model to conceptualize clients

    The clinician will be able to describe the physiological effect of trauma

    The clinician will be able to describe EMDR mechanisms of action

    The clinician will be able to describe the nuances of working with selected populations

  • This course is created to support the ongoing education of mental health practitioners including licensed clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and licensed marriage and family therapists. Pre-licensed clinicians under supervision and interns providing mental health care are able to take this course per EMDRIA guidelines.

  • Registration must be completed one month prior to the training start date.

    Refunds are provided for clinicians needing to cancel prior to one month before the start of training.

    Cancellations within one month may receive a 50% refund.

    Not attending the session without notice will not result in a refund of any mone

  • Email Kelly Klene at Kelly@CairnCounselingDenver.com with the accommodations you will need.

  • Cairn Counseling PLLC, provider number 2117, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 10/24/2024–10/24/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 40 total credits, including 38 clinical, 1 ethics, and 1 social and cultural competence continuing education credits.

    There is required reading for this course. Continuing education credits are not provided for the time spent completing required reading.

    Cairn Counseling also provides NBCC continuing education credits for Licensed Professional Counselors.

    All clinicians are responsible for checking with the licensing board in their state to confirm acceptance of NBCC, ACE, and EMDRIA continuing education credits.

  • In order for the course to be considered complete, the full training must be attended, the post test must be completed, an instructor evaluation must be completed, and the clinician must engage in discussions. There are no assignments outside of these pieces. The certificate is issued to the email used to register within one week of completion of the course. The post test and instructor evaluation are provided via email; the post test is a google form that clinicians may fill out. The passing score is 60%. There are unlimited re-tests. The instructor evaluation is completed via a canvas link. Your information may be gathered to ensure that you have completed this task but may not be used for any other purpose.

    Clinicians must also read the following;

    1. Shapiro, Francine. (2018). Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Third Edition: Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures. New York: Guildford Press

    2. The Go With That Magazine Special Issue on EMDR and Racial Trauma can be found online at https://www.emdria.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/GWT.2020.Vol_.25.Issue_.3.RacialTrauma.ALL_.pdf

    3. Guidelines for Virtual EMDR Therapy which can be found online athttps://www.emdria.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/virtual_tg_report_for_member.pdf

  • The full agenda can be provided on request.

  • We partner with another organization to make trainings more collaborative, efficient, and easier to navigate. By sharing expertise and resources, we reduce unnecessary complexity and streamline registration, communication, and delivery—allowing us to focus on providing high-quality, clinically relevant trainings for therapists.

  • Kelly Klene at kelly@imparttrainingcenter.org

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