Future Template Parent | EMDR intensive tips for EMDR therapists and Therapist Moms

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. Today's episode responds to a question I got from an EMDR therapist who is dipping their toe into the world of intensives. This therapist wanted to know how to structure the initial 90 minute intake session, prior to the first intensive day. 

The intensive structure I use is a 90 minute intake call, followed by 3 4 hour intensive days. I’ll tell you exactly what I do during those 90 minutes.

Topics covered:

• What to say during the initial 30 minute consult call
• Focus on treatment plan
• Using the intensive workbook
• How to structure a 90 min intake session - goals, pacing, and treatment planning 

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• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss my  journey to becoming an EMDR consultant, the updated standards for certification, and practical advice for therapists considering this path. 

Topics covered:

• Updated EMDR consultant standards
• Pathway to certification and consultation
• Resources and support for EMDR consultants
• Benefits of becoming an EMDR consultant

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• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the challenges of balancing caregiving responsibilities with professional growth as an EMDR therapist. The importance of recognizing personal limitations and finding alternative ways to grow professionally, such as through virtual networking and marketing strategies. 

Topics covered:

• The Burden of Caregiving and Professional Identity
• Navigating Professional Growth Amidst Personal Challenges
• Investing in marketing can yield returns even without conferences.
• Recognizing that this phase of life is temporary

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interview Liz Zhou, a neurodivergent therapist who shares her journey from her early interest in psychology as an undergraduate, to her international work that gave her a deep appreciation for all of the many ways that people heal, to becoming a therapist specializing in nervous system intensives, particularly for neurodivergent individuals. 

Liz discusses her experiences creating and running her own private practice, and how offering intensives has been a perfect fit both for her as a neurodivergent person and for the neurodivergent clients she serves. 

Liz also shares about her amazing website services for therapists - be sure to check out the links at the bottom of the show notes for all of the ways you can work with her!

Topics covered:

• Introduction to Liz Zhou and Her Journey
• The Path to Becoming a Therapist
• Transitioning to Private Practice
• Narrowing Down to a Niche
• Exploring Therapy Intensives
• The Journey to Online Therapy Success
• Challenging Traditional Therapy Structures
• Website Building as a Therapeutic Tool
• Embracing Change and Taking Action

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

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Connect with Liz:

• Instagram: @ liz.holistic.therapist
• Website: www.seasonsofgrowthcounseling.com 
• Website Design: https://www.lizamay.com/ 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. In today's episode we revisit a popular episode from the podcast archives - Charging $5K+ for EMDR Intensives: What Sets Top Therapists Apart. I discuss the key differences between therapists who successfully charge 5K and above for EMDR intensives and those who do not, the importance of understanding one's motivation for offering intensives, and having confidence in fee setting. 

Topics covered:

• Understanding Your Why for Offering Intensives
• Confidence in Fee Setting
• Communicating Value to Clients
• The Importance of Clinical Skills
• Investing in Yourself and Your Business

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

Sign up for the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive: 

• https://www.futuretemplateparent.com/waitlist/

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• Website: www.gairy.co 
• Episode 97: Being A Great Therapist Is Your Best Marketing Strategy

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“It's very motivating for me because I know there is no other way for me to run my practice at this point. And maybe that'll change at some point in the future. But I honestly love working this way, so it's hard for me to imagine changing too much. That's my why. It's so important for anyone who makes the switch to really know their why. ” - Carolyn 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the concept of the 'red thread' in therapy, particularly in the context of EMDR and IFS. Explaining how negative cognitions and the burdens of exiles are interconnected, emphasizing the importance of identifying these elements in treatment planning.

Topics covered:

• Understanding the Red Thread in Therapy
• Connecting EMDR and IFS: Negative Cognitions and Exiles
• Practical Application: Using the Red Thread in Treatment
• Navigating Complex Histories in Intensive Therapy
• Commitment to Justice and Ongoing Work

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I  share my  struggle with the overwhelming state of the world, reflecting on her feelings of horror, exhaustion, and the weight of privilege. I discusses the challenges of being a therapist during turbulent times, the importance of activism, and the need to model values for my children. 

Topics covered:

• Navigating Emotional Turmoil
• The Role of Privilege in Grief
• Finding Purpose Amidst Chaos

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I take you behind the scenes of my coaching call with  Tiffany Paul, LCSW, who is in private practice in the Bay Area in California. Tiffany has a practice that specializes in ketamine assisted psychotherapy and EMDR intensives. 

Topics covered:

• Exploring Client Background For Effective Therapy 
• Case Study 
• Role Of Preverbal Trauma In Healing 

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Connect with Tiffany 

Instagram: @emdrwithtiffany

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interviewed Sarah Hagan LCSW specializing in perinatal mental health. We discuss the challenges of motherhood, the importance of EMDR therapy in processing trauma, and the integration of IFS with EMDR. Sarah shares her journey to becoming a therapist, the benefits of intensive therapy sessions, and the significance of community support for therapists. 

Topics covered:

• Introduction to EMDR Therapy and Motherhood
• The Journey to Becoming an EMDR Therapist
• Integrating IFS with EMDR Therapy
• Exploring Intensive Therapy Sessions
• Transitioning to Longer Sessions
• The Financial Realities of Therapy
• The Emotional Weight of Therapy Work
• Therapist Expectations and Value
• Embracing Intensive Therapy Models
• Future Goals for Practice
• Work-Life Balance and Self-Care
• Navigating Parenting Challenges
• AI and the Therapeutic Relationship

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Connect with sarah 

Website: www.sarahhagenlcsw.com

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on my business journey in 2025, sharing insights on income, expenses, and the importance of transparency in the therapy and coaching industry. Looking ahead to 2026, I outline my goals for income growth, marketing strategies, and personal well-being, and the importance of self-care and work-life balance

Topics covered:

• Reflecting on 2025: A Year In Review
• Transparency In Business is Crucial For Growth
• Investing In support Can Lead To Increased Profits
• Setting Goals for 2026: Vision And Strategy

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

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