JENNIFER JOHNSTON, LCSWR

Consultation Facilitator

Jennifer “Jenn” Johnston, LCSWR is a Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training (CIT). Jenn is a seasoned clinical social worker who has found her passion in working with first responders and military members in her practice in western New York.

Jenn has training and experience in working with adults and children challenged with depression, mood disorders, trauma, grief, anxiety, ADHD, and psychosis. She is also trained in using EMDR in recent, critical events (RTEP), intensive EMDR, groups (GTEP), and in integrating EMDR with Internal Family Systems. She is dedicated to doing research with first responders to help further the delivery of evidence-based EMDR interventions with this population.

Jenn enjoys teaching and mentoring other therapists in supervision and consultation, and appreciates the synergy of shared knowledge and collaboration.

To learn more about Jenn’s professional background and services, including therapy and consultation, please visit https://calmseapsyc.com/team/jenn-johnston/.

BARBARA BARRY, LMFT

Consultation Facilitator

Barbara Barry, LMFT is a Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDR Consultant-In-Training (CIT). She has been in private practice since 2015 in Palm Springs, California, where, as the only therapist in her area to welcome Medi-Cal clients, Barbara works with adults in underserved communities.

As it is her strong belief that both mental and physical wellness are the keys to achieving a fulfilling life, Barbara’s practice of wellness-based therapy takes an integrated approach, utilizing EMDR therapy coupled with the pillars of wellness: sleep, exercise, and food patterns.

Early in her EMDR career, Barbara founded the Palm Springs EMDR Consultation Group for local therapists wanting to enhance skills and discuss cases. Barbara is passionate about EMDR and enjoys working with clinicians interested in becoming skilled EMDR therapists.

To learn more about Barbara’s professional background and services, including therapy and consultation, please visit https://welllnessbasedtherapy.com.

RACHEAL RHOADES, LMFT

Consultation Facilitator

Racheal Rhoades, LMFT is a Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant. Racheal has been licensed and practicing in California since 2006. She currently runs a telehealth-based private practice, where she specializes in utilizing EMDR Therapy to treat veterans and first responders. Racheal is trained in using EMDR in recent, critical events (RTEP) and with groups (GTEP).

Racheal enjoys teaching and mentoring other therapists in consultation.

To learn more about Racheal’s professional background and services, including therapy and consultation, please visit www.socaltherapyworks.org.

JENNY WATT, RCC

Consultation Facilitator

Jenny Watt, RCC is an EMDRIA Approved Consultant and a Certified EMDR Therapist who has been in private practice since 2012 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Jenny is the founder of the EMDR Therapy Group, where she provides consultation to EMDR-trained therapists, supervises master’s level practicum students, and works with clients who desire to heal from painful experiences.

Prior to private practice, Jenny worked with marginalized children and families in non-profit settings, where she discovered the importance of trauma and resiliency-informed practice, and became dedicated to trauma work.

Jenny is excited to be a Consultation Facilitator with EMDR Education and Training Center and share her passion in supporting therapists become confident and skilled EMDR therapists.

To learn more about Jenny’s professional background and services, including therapy and consultation, please visit https://emdrbc.com/about-jenny-watt.

LUZ ROBLES, PsyD

Consultation Facilitator

Luz Robles, PsyD, LCSW is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California and Nevada. She is the founder of Lucero Wellbeing, a group practice providing trauma-informed therapy, EMDR, and comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessment services. She is an EMDRIA-Certified Clinician and Consultant-in-Training.

Luz specializes in working with first responders, service members, and both children and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and complex life experiences, with a strong emphasis on culturally responsive care for Spanish-speaking and underserved communities. She integrates EMDR Therapy with CBT and attachment-informed approaches, and has advanced training in complex and developmental trauma.

Her background includes training in Clinical Rehabilitation Psychology, clinical research and she also she also serves as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University, where she teaches graduate and doctoral-level courses and mentors developing clinicians.

To learn more about Luz Robles’ professional background and services, please visit www.lucerowellbeing.com.

JANE BASSATT-WINCHELL, LCSW

Consultation Facilitator

Jane Bassatt-Winchell, LCSW, is a Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant. As a clinician, Jane has worked with clients of many backgrounds: youth and their families involved with the juvenile justice system, addiction, and with unhoused veterans.

Jane currently serves as the Clinic Coordinator for the outpatient PTSD clinic for the Veterans Administration in San Jose, California, where she has earned certification in Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as well as Exposure Relaxation and Rescription Therapy for Nightmares. Jane has completed level-1 training for Internal Family Systems Therapy. Jane also has a private practice where she predominantly sees clients who have experienced trauma.

To learn more about Jane’s professional background and services, including therapy and consultation, please visit janewinchell.com.

CHRISTINA NARENSKY, PSYD

Consultation Facilitator

Christina Narensky, PsyD is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. She has a private practice in Alameda, California, where she provides consultation to EMDR-trained therapists, and offers trauma-informed care for a variety of clinical concerns.

Utilizing EMDR Therapy and IFS-informed EMDR, Christina works with adults and adolescents navigating difficult transitions, challenging behaviors, complex trauma, and trauma-related dissociation. Her work incorporates psychedelic assisted psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Memory Reconsolidation Therapy, and attachment-informed approaches to healing.

Christina has a background in clinical supervision, graduate level instruction, community mental health, school-based counseling, family therapy, and juvenile justice. She is a parent to people and pets, a partner, and an avid science fiction and fantasy fan.

To learn more about Christina’s professional background and services, including therapy and consultation, please visit www.drchristinanarensky.com.

Dena Robertson Blackford, LMFT

Consultation Facilitator

Dena Robertson Blackford, LMFT is a Certified EMDR Therapist, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, Practicum Supervisor at Sonoma Psychotherapy Institute, and an EMDRIA Approved Virtual Trainer in EMDR Therapy.

Dena was trained in EMDR in 2013, and has been in private practice in El Dorado Hills, California since that time. Dena specializes in treating adults with anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress.

To learn more about Dena’s professional background and services, please visit https://www.denarobertsonblackford.com/.

Basic Training
Registration

Take the first step toward becoming an EMDR Therapist

Welcome to the first step in advancing your therapeutic practice! Registering for our Basic Training in EMDR Therapy is simple and straightforward. Click the link below to begin your journey toward enhancing your clinical skills.

Have questions? We’re here to assist you every step of the way—don’t hesitate to reach out. Your transformation starts here, and we’re excited to support you!

Training Requirements

Attendance

Participants must attend all training days in full and actively participate in all practicum and consultation sessions to earn CE credits and to receive documentation of having completed Basic Training in EMDR Therapy.

Clinical Practice

This training is focused on the application of EMDR Therapy in the treatment of disorders related to trauma and neglect. Participants must have a minimum of two current clinical cases (clients) and be willing to discuss their experiences related to the application of EMDR Therapy in their clinical practice.

Study

Participants are required to read the following two texts in their entirety:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures by Francine Shapiro
A Guide to Standard EMDR Therapy Protocols for Clinicians, supervisors, and Consultants by Andrew Leeds

Special Needs Notification

Participants with any special needs are asked to please notify us via email at the time of registration so that we may have sufficient time to make the necessary accommodations.

Homework

Participants must prepare and submit written documentation of their clinical application of specific procedures taught during the training, using at least two clients seen regularly outside of the training.

Experiential Practice

This training involves extensive experiential practice. Participants should be prepared to work on personal issues during practice sessions. However, this component is for training purposes only and is not a substitute for personal therapy. Participants who are unwilling or unable to engage in experiential work should not apply. If you have any questions about practicum requirements, please contact us directly before submitting your registration.

JENNIFER JOHNSTON, LCSWR

BARBARA BARRY, LMFT

RACHEAL RHOADES, LMFT

JENNY WATT, RCC

LUZ ROBLES, PsyD

JANE BASSATT-WINCHELL, LCSW

CHRISTINA NARENSKY, PSYD

Dena Robertson Blackford, LMFT

Basic Training
Registration

Take the first step toward becoming an EMDR Therapist

Training Requirements

Attendance

Clinical Practice

Study

Special Needs Notification

Homework

Experiential Practice

Upcoming Basic Trainings

Fall 2026 Weekend

Live Remote Training

Fall 2026 Midweek

Live Remote Training

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JENNIFER JOHNSTON, LCSWR

BARBARA BARRY, LMFT

RACHEAL RHOADES, LMFT

JENNY WATT, RCC

LUZ ROBLES, PsyD

JANE BASSATT-WINCHELL, LCSW

CHRISTINA NARENSKY, PSYD

Dena Robertson Blackford, LMFT

Basic Training Registration

Take the first step toward becoming an EMDR Therapist

Training Requirements

Attendance

Clinical Practice

Study

Special Needs Notification

Homework

Experiential Practice

Upcoming Basic Trainings

Fall 2026 Weekend

Live Remote Training

Fall 2026 Midweek

Live Remote Training

Basic Training
Registration