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EMDR is a psychotherapy treatment method and therefore should be practiced by a psychiatrist, psychologist, or licensed psychotherapist certified in EMDR. The EMDR Association in the United States and the European EMDR Association in Europe have established strict criteria for the certification process of a clinician. In addition to basic psychotherapy training, the completion of a series of training sessions and supervision by a more experienced therapist are required for certification. The treatment of a single trauma suffered in everyday life (for example, a fire, an act of aggression, or a serious accident) takes generally fewer than 10 sessions. Sessions usually last up to 90 minutes. Fees vary from $60 to $120. The best way to identify an EMDR-certified

psychotherapist in your area is to consult one of the reputable associations below.

EMDR International Association
P.O. Box 141925
Austin, TX 78714
Phone : (512) 451-5200
Web : http://www.emdria.org
The main objective of this association is to establish and promote the highest standard of excellence by setting up strict criteria for the practice of EMDR.

EMDR Institute (United States)
P.O. Box 51010
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Phone : (831) 372-3900
Web : http://www.emdr.com
E-mail : inst@emdr.com
The EMDR Institute provides a directory of certified trained EMDR clinicians in your area. The Web site also compiles information on EMDR re s e a rch and information about training seminars and work-shops.

EMDR Association of Canada
Phone : (306) 665-2788
Web : http://www.emdrac.ca
E-mail : question@emdrac.ca
The EMDR Association of Canada provides information on practi-tioners, training seminars, and workshops in Canada.

EMDR Europe Association
Web : http://www.emdr-europe.org

The European EMDR Association sets standards for the training and practice of EMDR in more than 20 European countries and Israel. It also provides information on practitioners, training seminars, and workshops throughout Europe.