Courses, Trainings, and Workshops in New York City

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In-person & online EMDR and trauma therapy training for clinicians across New York.

Trauma-Informed Education and Resources forTherapists in New York City

A dynamic, immersive training experience designed to elevate your practice through cutting-edge, evidence-based trauma care techniques. These specialized tools and courses empower therapists with practical tools and innovative strategies to create safe, healing environments for clients.

Foundational EMDR Training

Our foundational training at the Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies in New York City is EMDR Basic Training, developed by Dr. Pria Alpern. This comprehensive curriculum meets the rigorous standards set by EMDRIA, ensuring that participants receive high-quality training in EMDR therapy. This training is ideal for therapists looking to integrate EMDR into their clinical practice.

Advanced Training

For experienced therapists, we offer advanced courses on topics ranging from birth trauma recovery and somatic resourcing techniques to attachment-focused EMDR and intergenerational trauma. These trainings are designed to support your specialization in contemporary techniques to transform your clinical practice.

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EMDR Basic Training (Dec 2026/Feb 2027 Cohort | Live Virtual Training | 50 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Course

Part 1: December 4-6, 2026; Part 2: February 5-7, 2027 (Virtual)

EMDRIA-approved Basic Training with Dr. Pria Alpern: 50 hours combining lecture, practicum, and consultation to build competence in the eight phases of EMDR therapy (CEU Approval: ASWB ACE approved for 40 hours of continuing education credits; 40 contact hours for NY State Licensed Psychologist, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers). Payment plan available.

$1800

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Trauma Study Group w/Dr. Pria Alpern (No CEUS)

Course

9/18/26, 12-1 pm ET, virtual

During this study group, we will explore van der Hart, Groenendijk, Gonzalez, Mosquera, and Solomon's 2013 paper, Dissociation of the Personality and EMDR Therapy in Complex Trauma-Related Disorders: Applications in the Stabilization Phase. We will look at how the three phases of phase-oriented treatment map onto the eight phases of the EMDR standard protocol. We will give particular attention to meeting the parts clinicians find hardest, the perpetrator-imitating parts and the young, vulnerable parts, through their survival function.

$55

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Live Case Consultation w/Pria Alpern, PhD (1.5 hr Consultation Group | No CEUS)

Course

10/2/26, 12-1:30pm ET, Virtual

Live case consultation open to EMDR-trained clinicians and any therapist working from a trauma-informed lens. The session features three volunteer clinicians presenting cases for live consultation, preceded by a curated Q&A segment w/Dr. Alpern.

$75

Trauma Study Group w/Dr. Pria Alpern (No CEUS)

Course

10/16/26, 12-1 pm ET, virtual

During this study group, we will explore van der Hart, Groenendijk, Gonzalez, Mosquera, and Solomon's 2014 paper, Dissociation of the Personality and EMDR Therapy in Complex Trauma-Related Disorders: Applications in Phases 2 and 3 Treatment.

$55

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The Relational Wound: Advanced EMDR for Attachment-Based Complex Trauma and Dissociation (Live Online Training | 10 Weeks · 20 Hours | 20 CE Credits Available)

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Thursdays, Nov 5, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027 | 4–6pm ET | Virtual (Zoom)

This training teaches clinicians to integrate attachment theory, complex PTSD, and dissociation into EMDR case conceptualization and treatment. Participants will come away with a sophisticated framework and clinical toolkit for working with attachment-wounded and dissociative clients. (CEU Approval: 20 EMDRIA Credits, approval # #22025-36; 20 clinical CE credits via ASWB ACE, Provider #2256; 20 contact hrs for NY State Licensed Psychologists, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers) Taught by Pria Alpern, PhD

$900

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Resourcing & Stabilization Toolkit

Digital download

Enrich your trauma therapy practice with these essential resources.

$19

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Birth Trauma Recovery: Clinical Tools for Assessment and Stabilization (On-Demand Training | 4 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Course

On Demand

Learn research-informed tools for assessing and stabilizing birth trauma survivors. This 4-hour training offers perinatal clinicians practical strategies for history taking, psychoeducation, nervous system support, and early intervention. (CEU Approval: 4 Postpartum Support International CEUS; 4 clinical CE credits via ASWB ACE, Provider #2256; 4 contact hrs for NY State Licensed Psychologists, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers)

$140

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Somatic Resourcing in EMDR (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Course

On Demand

Learn somatic interventions to incorporate into the preparation phase of EMDR. (CEU Approval: 2 EMDRIA CEUS; 2 clinical CE credits via ASWB ACE, Provider #2256; 2 contact hrs for NY State Licensed Psychologists, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers)

$75

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CIPOS Training: Constant Installation of Present Orientation and Safety (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Course

On Demand

This training teaches a Phase 2 intervention, CIPOS, which helps build present-moment orientation, strengthen dual awareness, and safely prepare dissociative or highly reactive clients for trauma reprocessing. (CEU Approval: 2 EMDRIA Credits; 2 clinical CE credits via ASWB ACE, Provider #2256; 2 contact hrs for NY State Licensed Psychologists, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers)

$75

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Target Identification and Sequencing in EMDR (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Course

On Demand

This training teaches strategies for identifying, organizing, and sequencing EMDR targets with complex trauma histories. Participants will come away with sophisticated knowledge and techniques to engage in collaborative treatment planning. (CEU Approval: 2 EMDRIA CEUS; 2 clinical CE credits via ASWB ACE, Provider #2256; Approved for 2 contact hrs for NY State Licensed Psychologists, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers)

$75

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EMDR & Blocked Processing (On-DemandTraining | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Course

On Demand

Learn strategies to identify and resolve common reprocessing blocks. Participants will learn how to navigate primary target issues, feeder memories, blocking beliefs, and how to apply cognitive interweaves with clinical precision. (CEU Approval: 2 EMDRIA CEUS; 2 clinical CE credits via ASWB ACE, Provider #2256; 2 contact hrs for NY State Licensed Psychologists, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers)

$75

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EMDR with Survivors of Racial and Cultural Oppression (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Course

On Demand

This on demand training teaches clinical adaptations to practicing EMDR through an anti-oppressive, culturally grounded lens with trauma survivors. (CEU Approval: 2 EMDRIA Credits; 2 social and cultural competence CE credits via ASWB ACE, Provider #2256; 2 contact hrs for NY State Licensed Psychologists, Mental Health Counselors, and Social Workers)

$75

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At the Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies, we offer a wide range of trauma-focused courses and workshops for therapists at every stage of their career. Whether you’re new to trauma therapy or looking to enhance your existing skills, we provide the tools, knowledge, and community to support your growth.

Our Programs

Trauma-Informed Education and Resources forTherapists in New York City

Foundational EMDR Training

Advanced Training

Additional Courses

EMDR Basic Training (Dec 2026/Feb 2027 Cohort | Live Virtual Training | 50 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Trauma Study Group w/Dr. Pria Alpern (No CEUS)

Live Case Consultation w/Pria Alpern, PhD (1.5 hr Consultation Group | No CEUS)

Trauma Study Group w/Dr. Pria Alpern (No CEUS)

The Relational Wound: Advanced EMDR for Attachment-Based Complex Trauma and Dissociation (Live Online Training | 10 Weeks · 20 Hours | 20 CE Credits Available)

Resourcing & Stabilization Toolkit

Birth Trauma Recovery: Clinical Tools for Assessment and Stabilization (On-Demand Training | 4 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Somatic Resourcing in EMDR (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

CIPOS Training: Constant Installation of Present Orientation and Safety (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

Target Identification and Sequencing in EMDR (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

EMDR & Blocked Processing (On-DemandTraining | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

EMDR with Survivors of Racial and Cultural Oppression (On-Demand Training | 2 Hours | CE Credits Available)

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