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EMDRIA Certification is a pathway to deeper learning and growth as an EMDR Therapist. It signals to clients, colleagues, and referral sources that you've achieved a high level of competency and have invested in developing your EMDR skills beyond the basic training.
What EMDRIA Certification provides:
As an EMDRIA Approved Consultant, I provide the consultation you need to achieve certification while developing the skills and confidence to use EMDR effectively.
To become EMDRIA Certified in EMDR, you must meet specific requirements established by the EMDR International Association:
For complete, current requirements, visit EMDRIA Certification Criteria.
EMDRIA Certification is an opportunity to develop genuine competency across all aspects of EMDR therapy. The consultation process supports you in becoming more skillful and effective with your use of EMDR.
"Because of Ross's guidance and encouragement, I left the training group not only feeling more competent, but truly inspired to continue pursuing additional EMDR training." — Elizabeth Siamas, LMFT Read full testimonial ↓
"I find that his consultation and guidance can help not only those who need the mandatory 10 hours, but also those who seek to grow as skilled EMDR therapists." — Osnat Lupesko-Persky, PhD Read full testimonial ↓
"He makes the whole consultation process not as intimidating as I thought it would be." — Tracy Marshall, LCSW Read full testimonial ↓
"He did an excellent job ensuring each individual had space to ask questions, while remaining non-judgmental and thoughtful in all of his responses." — Rebecca A., LMFT Read full testimonial ↓
"Ross can quickly provide direction and solutions to blocked cases." — Dr. Linda Boen, LPCC Read full testimonial ↓
I provide both the structure you need to meet certification requirements and the flexibility to focus on your specific learning needs and clinical questions.
"Ross creates a consultation environment that is supportive, thoughtful, and growth-oriented." — Fatima M. Read full testimonial ↓
For EMDRIA Certification, at least 10 of your 20 consultation hours must be individual consultation. Individual sessions provide:
Format: Virtual (Zoom) or in-person in Portland, Oregon
Fee: $180 per 55-minute session
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The remaining 10 hours of consultation can be completed in group format. Group consultation offers:
Format: Virtual via Zoom — serving clinicians worldwide
Fee: $55 per 55-minute session
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Many clinicians find the most effective approach is combining both — individual consultation for focused competency development and certification hours, group consultation for learning from diverse cases and affordable ongoing support. This combination provides both the depth of individual attention and the breadth of learning from group participation.
"I am so very grateful to have been a part of Ross Cohen's EMDR consultation group for more than a year. I still plan to check in with him from time to time." — J. Amber Steward-Davis, LMFT Read full testimonial ↓
The time it takes to complete EMDRIA Certification varies based on several factors:
There's no rush — what matters most is developing genuine competency at your own pace.
No. Many clinicians complete the basic training, use EMDR for a while, and then pursue certification when they're ready. However, starting consultation sooner rather than later helps you develop skills while your training is still fresh.
No. The 10 hours of consultation for completing the basic training are separate from the 20 hours for certification. Certification consultation must occur after basic training is complete.
No. EMDRIA requires at least 10 hours to be individual consultation. The remaining 10 hours can be either individual or group.
Yes, though it's generally more beneficial to work with one consultant throughout for consistency and continuity.
You can begin consultation before you have the clinical experience. In fact, consultation helps you feel more confident using EMDR, which helps you build your EMDR caseload.
I provide documentation of all consultation hours for your certification application.
Once you've completed all requirements (training, consultation, clinical hours), you submit your application to EMDRIA. They review your application and, if approved, grant EMDRIA Certification.
EMDRIA Certification requires ongoing continuing education to maintain. Current requirements are available on the EMDRIA website (View EMDRIA Certification Requirements).
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"Because of Ross's guidance and encouragement, I left the training group not only feeling more competent, but truly inspired to continue pursuing additional EMDR training. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and thoughtful EMDR trainer."
— Elizabeth Siamas, LMFT
"I've engaged in both group and individual consults for EMDR therapy managed and facilitated by Ross, and highly recommend both for those who seek to review and develop their EMDR skills in a supportive and knowledgeable setting. Ross makes the time for each question, and walks participants through the important foundations of EMDR and effective ways of implementing them in therapy. He does so in an empathic and supportive way that makes it easy for participants to share. Ross is highly knowledgeable in EMDR therapy and shares array of skills and ideas with participants which is very helpful. I find that his consultation and guidance can help not only those who need the mandatory 10 hours, but also those who seek to grow as skilled EMDR therapists."
— Osnat Lupesko-Persky, PhD (Clinical Psychologist)
"I was lucky to have Ross as my EMDR consultant after the training. I highly recommend him as a consultant as he is patient, gives excellent examples, will make sure that he answers any of your questions, he makes the whole consultation process not as intimidating as I thought it would be. He has a very relaxed nature, and you can tell that he really loves what he does."
— Tracy Marshall, LCSW
"I really appreciated Ross as a consultant for EMDR group sessions; he was authentic, genuine, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. He did an excellent job ensuring each individual had space to ask questions, while remaining non-judgmental and thoughtful in all of his responses. Ross was also clear and communicative when rescheduling was needed and extremely supportive of ongoing EMDR training. I will absolutely return to him for individual or group consultation to keep my skills sharp and highly recommend him!"
— Rebecca A., LMFT
"Ross shares information and techniques far beyond the EMDR course training. His experience as a clinician offers broad perspectives with techniques from EMDR practices, and some not quickly found in texts or YouTubes. Ross helps to bring complex cases and consults into the window of understanding for the beginning EMDR Therapist. Ross can quickly provide direction and solutions to blocked cases. There is no pressure to present if the participant lacks a case during his consultations. The wonderful expanse of his knowledge base is valuable to listen to and learn from! Ross is such an encouragement for beginning EMDR Therapists after the complex EMDR Course and provides solutions for every question!"
— Dr. Linda Boen, LPCC, Assistant Professor, Alliant International University, Fresno
"Ross creates a consultation environment that is supportive, thoughtful, and growth-oriented. He balances clinical depth with warmth, encourages reflection without judgment, and supports therapists in building confidence in their own clinical voice. His approach made consultation feel both professionally enriching and personally affirming. I wholeheartedly recommend Ross to any therapist seeking high-quality consultation that is depth oriented, compassionate, and inclusive."
— Fatima M., A Grateful Consultee!
"I am so very grateful to have been a part of Ross Cohen's EMDR consultation group for more than a year. I still plan to check in with him from time to time. EMDR is the most powerful technique a therapist can have in their toolbox. There is so much to fully grasp, & this is why Ross' group, with his insight & wisdom, was & is so valuable to me."
— J. Amber Steward-Davis, LMFT, Concord, CA
"Ross has been tremendously helpful to me in my EMDR journey. He has a wealth of knowledge about EMDR techniques. He is amazing at helping his consultees to implement EMDR techniques that are specifically tailored to each client's situation, and he always does so with such a warm and welcoming approach. I would highly recommend him to anyone!"
— Jessica Wong, LCSW
"Ross provided wonderful, supportive guidance that was truly invaluable to my growth and confidence as I developed my EMDR skills. His patience, deep knowledge, and ability to meet each group member where they were created an environment that felt both safe and highly effective. I especially appreciated how he supported us in navigating complex clinical cases with clarity and care."
— Melissa Witter, LPC PhD Student, Counselor Education & Supervision, Founder, Liminal Psychotherapy
"Ross possesses the unique ability to create a truly safe environment for all of the participants in his consultation groups, regardless of the experience level of the participant. Ross's ability to seamlessly weave nuanced cultural considerations into the treatment of EMDR, while bringing the art and science of EMDR to life, is nothing short of a Master Class in the intervention of EMDR."
— Sherri Kardell, LMFT
"I really appreciated all of your advice and support - it was always on point, to the point, very clear and very useful. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you at all to anyone else."
— Chris Smith, EMDR-trained Therapist
"Thank you again for your highly applicable, yet very cogent and depth oriented approach to supervising EMDR work. I have gained a great deal and will reach out in the future when I need guidance."
— Noah Collins
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Ross Cohen, MA, LPC, LLC
EMDR Certified Therapist | EMDR Approved Consultant | EMDR Training Facilitator
Virtual EMDR consultation via Zoom — serving clinicians worldwide.
In-person therapy and consultation sessions available at my NE Portland, Oregon office.
Telehealth available for clients throughout Oregon.
