September 14 @ 4:00 pm – September 21 @ 6:00 pm
International treatment guidelines recommend EMDR therapy as a first-line intervention for PTSD. However, its ability to reduce the emotional intensity of damaging experiences has led to EMDR being used – and proven effective – in treating a wide range of other mental health conditions.
In this two-part online workshop, Dr Suzy Matthijssen and Dr Ad de Jongh present key findings and AIP-informed treatment recommendations grounded in empirical research. The training focuses on effective case conceptualisation in EMDR therapy and its application across various mental health conditions that are often considered complex or challenging to treat.
Participants will learn how EMDR can be used to support individuals presenting with:
- Psychosis (e.g. hallucinations and delusions)
- Anxiety disorders
- Major depression
- Somatic symptom disorders (e.g. tinnitus)
- Psychological trauma related to childbirth
- Fear of childbirth
These approaches will be brought to life through clinical video demonstrations, showcasing how EMDR is applied in real therapeutic contexts.
This training is ideal for EMDR-trained clinicians looking to strengthen their clinical application of EMDR across a wide range of mental health presentations.
Training Details
- Format: Two 2-hour webinars (live with recorded access for 90 days)
- Cost: $200 + GST
- Dates: 14th & 21st September, 2026, 4pm-6pm AEDT
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Describe the indication areas for EMDR therapy
- Describe how EMDR therapy can be used with individuals with:
- Psychotic disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Major depression
- Somatic symptom disorders
- PTSD following childbirth
- Fear of childbirth
About the Presenters
Ad de Jongh, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Anxiety and Behaviour Disorders at the University of Amsterdam. He is also an Honorary Professor in Psychology at the School of Health Sciences of Salford University in Manchester, at the Institute of Health and Society of the University of Worcester, and at the School of Psychology of Queen’s University in Belfast. He was involved in establishing the Psychotrauma Expertise Centre (PSYTREC), where he is the head of the research department. He is an expert in the treatment of anxiety disorders and is involved in research on the efficacy of evidence-based treatments for a wide variety of patient groups, including traumatised children, people with intellectual disabilities and other complex psychiatric conditions such as psychosis. He has published more than 400 scientific articles, book chapters and books on his areas of expertise, is an approved trainer for the EMDR Europe Association and is a member of the Council of Scholars, the Future of EMDR project.
Suzy Matthijssen, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist, senior researcher, CBT consultant, EMDR Consultant and Psychotraumatherapist NtVP. She is the vice president of the Dutch EMDR association, is in the scientific committee of EMDR Europe, and is the former co-chair of the Council of Scholars, the Future of EMDR project. She is also the head of the Enhancing Trauma Treatment Institute. She is responsible for research and education as head of the PSYTREC Academy. The focus of the research she conducts is on the optimisation of trauma treatments. She is involved in research on the enhancement of trauma therapy, intensive trauma treatments, and the working mechanisms of trauma therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is this EMDR training about?
This two-part online workshop teaches EMDR-trained clinicians how to use EMDR therapy beyond PTSD, including with clients experiencing psychosis, birth-related trauma, somatic distress, anxiety, and depression.
2. Who is this workshop designed for?
The training is ideal for clinicians already trained in EMDR therapy who want to expand their clinical application of EMDR to more complex mental health presentations.
3. What topics does the workshop cover?
Participants learn effective case conceptualisation and evidence-based strategies for using EMDR with:
• Psychotic disorders (e.g., hallucinations, delusions)
• Anxiety and depressive disorders
• Somatic symptom disorders (e.g., tinnitus)
• Psychological trauma related to childbirth and fear of childbirth.
4. Who are the presenters?
The workshop is presented by Dr Suzy Matthijssen and Professor Ad de Jongh, both experienced clinical psychologists and EMDR experts with extensive research and training experience.
5. When and how is the workshop delivered?
The event consists of two 2-hour live webinars, and participants receive recorded access for 90 days after the live sessions.
6. What are the learning objectives?
By the end of the training, attendees will be able to describe when and how EMDR can be applied to a range of conditions beyond PTSD, incorporating structured case conceptualisation and effective clinical techniques.
7. Is this training suitable for beginners?
No – the workshop assumes clinicians already have foundational training in EMDR therapy and are looking to extend their therapeutic skills to more complex cases.
8. How much does the workshop cost?
The fee for the training is listed at $200 + GST, which includes access to live webinars and recordings.
9. Will I receive a recording if I miss a live session?
Yes – registered participants have access to recordings of both webinar sessions for 90 days after the live dates.
10. How do I register for the event?
Registration can be completed online through the event page on the Hummingbird Centre website, where full details and links are provided.
