Connecting EMDR Therapists and Clients
What We Do
The EMDR Network of Greater Kansas City (EMDRGKC) is a volunteer organization which supports continued learning and skill development in the application of EMDR therapy. It also facilitates the exchange of innovations that emerge from the EMDR community nationally and internationally to local members. To connect clients with EMDR therapists, we provide a Therapist Directory.
EMDRGKC Therapist Directory
TERMS OF USE
The therapists listed in the directory have self-reported their information including meeting of the criteria for EMDRIA Trained Therapist, EMDRIA Certified Therapist, EMDRIA Approved Consultant in Training, or EMDRIA Approved Consultant.
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The selection of a therapist is a personal and individual matter. The EMDR Network of Greater Kansas City cannot make assurances that the qualifications of any individual practitioner or the services of any individual practitioner would be suitable for the needs of a particular individual. Once you have compiled a list of therapists in your area, you are advised to call and interview several over the phone to determine which one is best suited to you and your concerns.
EMDR Therapist Membership Benefits
Becoming a Member of EMDRGKC
To be a member of the EMDR Network of Greater Kansas City, it is expected that you have completed at least part of an EMDRIA Approved EMDR training. There is no charge for membership. To join, click the arrow below to send us a message. Be sure to include in your message from whom you received your EMDRIA Approved EMDR training.
EMDRGKC Therapist Directory
Members are eligible to be listed for free in our EMDRGKC Therapist Directory. This directory can be viewed and downloaded above by those in the public seeking an EMDR therapist and other clinicians wanting to make referrals.
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EMDR Therapists: click the arrow below to be added to our Directory OR to update your current listing.
Directory of EMDR Consultants & Consultants-in-Training
EMDRGKC maintains a list of EMDR Consultants and EMDR Consultants-in-Training (CIT) for members to contact when in need of consultation about using EMDR therapy with their clients, to obtain EMDR Certification, and/or to become a EMDR Consultant. Click the arrow below to see a list of EMDR Consultants and CITs.
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If you are an EMDR Consultant or EMDR CIT and would like to be listed in the Directory, please email us your information at EMDRGKC@gmail.com.
EMDRGKC Facebook Group
The EMDRGKC Facebook Group is a closed group available for
resource sharing and referrals (without Personal Health Information). Due to online confidentiality issues, case consultation is not allowed. Approval to join the Group requires the reading of the EMDRGKC Facebook Group Policies and Guidelines and appropriate credentials (e.g., EMDRIA approved training).
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To find us, copy and paste the following into your web browser:
https://m.facebook.com/groups/999877113485381 or click the arrow below.
EMDR Study Group
EMDR therapy has a steep learning curve, so therapists often need support and encouragement to gain professional confidence and mastery of EMDR clinical skills. They often benefit from conferring with experienced trauma therapists about standard and innovative approaches with challenging clients. For this reason, a free monthly EMDR Study Group for any mental health professional who has completed at least part of an EMDRIA Approved Basic EMDR Training is available:
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2nd Thursday of Every Month
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
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This Group meets via Zoom. For more information email: larrynieters@gmail.com.
EMDRGKC Book Club
Meet via Zoom with EMDR colleagues to discuss books about EMDR therapy and other relevant topics. The next EMDRGKC Book Club meeting is on Thursday, August 7 from 7:15pm to 8:15pm (Central time). We will be discussing chapters 7-11 of EMDR Toolbox: Theory and Treatment of Complex PTSD and Dissociation: Theory and Treatment of Complex PTSD and Dissociation (Second Edition, Paperback), by Jim Knipe.​​​​
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For more information and to receive the Zoom link, email Susan at emdrGkc@gmail.com.
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1st Thursday of Every Month
7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
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To see a list of previously read books/magazines/articles, click the arrow below.
EMDR Research Focused Study Group
Join other EMDR therapists to learn about research based topics such as Multicultural Issues & EMDR and Alternative Therapies & EMDR. This group is open to EMDR certified therapists and clinicians in the process of actively becoming certified.
1st Saturday of Every Month
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Free CEs Provided
For more information and to obtain the Zoom link contact:
Alfredo Munoz, Ed. S, LCPC at 816-668-3967
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Paul Hendrix, LPC at 816-875-6120
EMDRIA Approved Trainings & Workshops
If you know of any local Basic or Advanced EMDR Workshops, please email the information to EMDRGKC@gmail.com so they can be listed here.
Thank you for your help in keeping our members informed about upcoming trainings & workshops
The Greater Kansas City area has two Trauma Recovery Networks (TRNs) which will collaborate for training and providing services for major crisis events. To learn more, read below or visit their website at https://kcmotrn.wixsite.com/disasterresponse
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​Heartland Kansas TRN is currently serving Johnson and Wyandotte counties.
​Mission: Our primary mission is to provide EMDR early intervention services to members of local police departments who experience
trauma resulting from their exposure to traumatic events.
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Our secondary mission is to provide early intervention services to children and adults suffering as a result of large scale natural or
human-made disasters in Johnson and Wyandotte Counties.
Heartland Kansas TRN Steering Committee:
Coordinators - Dusti Powell
EMDR Consultant - Sue Thompson
Member - Tim Leary
If you are interested in volunteering as an EMDR Clinician, please contact us at heartlandkstrn@gmail.com.
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Kansas City, Missouri TRN is currently serving Jackson, Clay and Cass counties.
Mission: The mission of Kansas City, Missouri TRN is to develop and maintain a network of volunteer psychotherapists who are trained in EMDR to provide pro bono early intervention treatment for adults and children suffering from a traumatic event, either man-made or natural disaster.
Our secondary mission is on engagement, training, and support services to staff and students in the educational systems, relevant to the needs of the community.
TRN Steering Committee:
Coordinator - Tim Mathia
EMDR Consultant - Jessica Willemsen
If you are interested in volunteering as an EMDR Clinician, please contact us at KC.MO.TRN@Gmail.com.
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How to Become a Volunteer
1) First, you must register as a volunteer through HAP https://www.emdrhap.org/volunteer/volunteer-registration/
​2) Once you receive the welcome email for your HAP volunteer account you can sign up to become a member with the Heartland TRN: https://www.emdrhap.org/content/trn-member-application/
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​ Information to have on hand when signing up:
• Clinical license number
• Licensing authority
• License expiration date
• Liability/malpractice insurance carrier
• Insurance expiration date