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Welcome back for the first Future Template Parent Podcast episode of the new year!  I'm excited to help you make 2024 the best year yet in your practice by helping you offer Intensives in your EMDR practice. This week, I will show you how to reduce clinical hours, take a week off each month, and make an intensive primary practice offering for EMDR practitioners in the new year.

So, if you're an EMDR therapist looking to focus on balancing your practice and guidance on navigating the complexities of making Intensives your primary practice offering, tune in to this episode now!

Topics covered:

• Burnout in private practice therapy
• Pressure to book more clients in private practice
• Pricing and workload for therapy intensives
• Increase income by offering more intensive
• Implementing intensives in therapy practice for better work-life balance
• How I help transition therapists to intensives, maximizing income and clinical time
• Implementing intensives in EMDR practice

Connect with Carolyn:

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

Related episodes:

• Episode 29: Making Commitments, Being Messy, and Oh Yeah… Interweaves Part 2
• Episode 25: Converting Clients to Intensives 

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“Okay, think how wonderful it would feel to know at some point each month, you'll actually get to rest and breathe”-  Carolyn

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Welcome to episode 30 of the Future Template Parent Podcast! This week’s episode will touch on a common experience of every business owner and therapist - imposter syndrome. I will discuss imposter syndrome as an EMDR therapist, the negative impact it can have on therapy work, and how offering intensives can actually help challenge it. I will share my personal experience with imposter syndrome and feeling unworthy as a therapist despite years of training and experience.

During this episode, I acknowledge the negative impact of Imposter Syndrome on my work and recognize the importance of self-compassion and owning that we truly do excellent work. I will share  how imposter syndrome can cause potential issues when working with a client, as well as ways to overcome this fear and how CBT techniques have helped me to reframe these thoughts and manage anxieties. This topic will hit home for anyone looking to add intensives to their EMDR therapy practice and anyone who struggles with introducing something new into their practice. 

Topics covered:

• Imposter syndrome in therapy work.
• Negative Impact of imposter syndrome on therapy work
• Overcoming imposter syndrome through intensive therapy sessions
• Managing imposter syndrome through self-compassion and reframing
• Using CBT techniques to reframe negative thoughts and manage anxiety related to new approaches
• Running intensive therapy sessions and overcoming imposter syndrome.

Connect with Carolyn:

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

Related episodes:

• Episode 23: EMDR training and democratizing knowledge
• Ep 18 Transforming EMDR Intensives With The Client Workbook

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“So some of the things I say to myself when that part of me gets activated is you can learn new things. You have learned new things many, many times. You have felt this way before and made it through. You are experienced.”  -  Carolyn.

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! This week, I'm getting messy and personal. I discuss my struggles with commitment to showing up for my work and family despite feeling unwell. We dive deep into the struggles of balancing multiple roles as a small business owner, podcaster, business coach, and mother of three, including one with PDA profile autism.

This week’s episode is filled with examples of why making commitments can be challenging, especially as someone who has a lot on their plate! On this podcast, I pride myself on showing up as authentically as possible, which may appear “messy” - as it does this week - but goes to show that as a therapist- I am human too. 

The main topic this week was meant to be part two of interweaves, and we get to that a bit - but you'll hear this week how the commitment of posting a weekly podcast can alter the agenda. So, buckle up as we shift gears and talk about a more personal side of being a business owner, parent, and podcaster as I go a bit off script and talk about issues as wide-ranging as perimenopause, the genocide in Gaza, vicarious trauma, and my personal life.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Balancing roles as a mom, therapist, and business owner during the holiday season
• Perimenopause, family life, and political issues
• Interweaves and being messy
• Using somatic interviews in EMDR therapy
• Using resources in therapy sessions
• Resourcing and imposter syndrome in EMDR therapy

Resources from this episode:

• Get my free 8-page guide to EMDR intensives! Subscribe Here.

Connect with Carolyn:

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

Related episodes:

• Episode 28 Interweaves in EMDR therapy Part 1
• Episode 26 Launching EMDR Intensives in Your Therapy Practice During the Holiday Season
• Episode 20: Burnout and EMDR intensives for therapists, personal experiences with highly sensitive child

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“ I firmly believe that being an intensive therapist allows me to be more human, gives me more space to show up better in all the different roles I play in my life.” -  Carolyn

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Welcome back to the Future Template Parent Podcast! This week, I discuss interweaves in EMDR therapy, sharing personal insights and experiences. There is a lot of ground to cover, so that I will break this topic into two parts. In part one of Interweaves in EMDR Therapy, I  look at Shapiro's definition of interweaves as a tool to help facilitate movement in complex EMDR cases, in contrast to the perception that “trusting the process” and refraining from interweaves is sufficient for successful processing of non-complex cases.

In this episode, I first define interweaves and then discuss my process of starting to understand how to use them more effectively. I share some of my misconceptions and fears about Interweaves that I experienced at the beginning of my EMDR journey. Lastly, I'll talk about one of my favorite interweaves, parts work interweaves, that I use frequently in my EMDR work—our work with Interweaves as an EMDR therapist.

Topics Covered:

• How interweaves provide opportunities for adapting EMDR therapy to fit the clinician’s personal style and comfort level;
• Interweaves in complex cases involving earlier attachment experiences and traumatic memories;
• Tips for using interweaves in intensive EMDR therapy sessions;
• How to use simple but effective parts to work interweave

Resources from this episode:

• EMDR therapy and A to Z guide to interviews by Michelle Morrissey, PhD: 

Related episodes:

• Episode 24. My Top 3 EMDR Books
• Episode 23: EMDR training and democratizing knowledge

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Connect with Carolyn:

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

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“I don't think I've ever fully processed a memory with a client without using a single interweave. You know, I keep waiting for that non-complex case to walk in my door.” -  Carolyn

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Welcome back to Future Template Parent Podcast. In this week’s episode, I address common misconceptions about intensives, including that they're only for clients with severe trauma, and provide reasons why almost every client can be a good fit. I also address therapists' fears about offering intensives, and I argue that intensives are not meant to be a "graduation" from therapy but rather a way to provide focused treatment.

Listen in to hear more on the challenges of dissociative clients needing to be a better fit for intensives, share personal experiences, and highlight the importance of adapting the intensive approach to the individual client's needs. This week’s episode will surely spark your interest in EMDR Intensives. I also discuss why offering intensives during this time of year is an excellent choice for you, the therapist. You can make more money and have more time during the season when you need both the most!

So, if you're an EMDR therapist looking for balance in your practice and guidance on navigating the complexities of finding clients for intensives that are a good fit, tune in to this episode now!

Topics covered in this episode:

• Client suitability for intensive therapy sessions
• Intensive EMDR can be used for almost any mental health issue, not just significant trauma
• Using EMDR intensives with dissociative clients
• Educating clients about intensive therapy
• How offering intensives during the holiday season is the best choice for therapists as well

Resources from this episode:

• Free Guide - Subscribe Here: https://www.futuretemplateparent.com/ig/ 

Related episodes you might enjoy:

• Episode 25: Converting Clients to Intensives 
• Ep 14 Understanding Dissociation: A Guide for EMDR Intensive Therapists
• Ep 12 Debunking the Three Biggest Myths about EMDR Intensives

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Connect with Carolyn:

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

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“I have consulted with therapists who just aren't sure if they're going to be able to find good fit clients for intensives. And of course, my response is almost always well; almost everyone's a good fit.”  -  Carolyn

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Welcome back to the Future Template Parent Podcast! Today, in episode 26, we will talk about why EMDR intensives are the perfect gift to offer your clients this holiday season. Launching EMDR intensives in your therapy practice during the holiday season is good timing due to the high demand for therapy during winter.

This episode covers why the holiday season can be triggering for clients and why so much unresolved traumatic material gets churned up at this time of year. I'll give you my tips on how to sell intensives to current clients during the busy holiday months, and I'll discuss why the holidays are also a great time for YOU, the therapist, to start reaping the rewards - both financially and in terms of time - of intensives.

Topics covered in this episode: 

• Launching EMDR intensives during the holiday season 
• Winter as the busy season for therapists
• Family dynamics and holiday stress, and how intensives can help
• Taking time off for the holiday season - intensives can offer you more time and more money

Related episodes:

• Episode 25: Converting Clients to Intensives
• Episode 23: EMDR training and democratizing knowledge
• Ep 8 EMDR Intensives Made Easy: Using the Recent Traumatic Event Protocol

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Connect with Carolyn:

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

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“Our families can be the source of incredible support and love. And, of course, it can also bring up some of our earliest pain and be the source of that earliest pain. And the holidays bring up all of that for so many reasons.” -  Carolyn

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Welcome back to the Future Template Parent Podcast — and can you believe it? This is episode 25 of the podcast — such a huge milestone! 🎉

This week, I’m diving into the power of your website content to convert visitors into clients for your EMDR intensives. I’ll share my personal strategy for driving traffic to my intensive page, including how a well-timed pop-up can make a difference when visitors land on your site.

You’ll learn why it’s crucial to have a dedicated page for your intensives, covering everything from benefits and research-backed facts to effective marketing tactics that position you as the expert your ideal clients are looking for.

Topics covered:

• Pricing and marketing strategies for therapy intensives
• How EMDR therapy shines in intensive formats
• Tackling money mindset blocks around intensives
• Being transparent about intensives on your website
• The exact script I use to convert inquiries into booked clients

If you want to grow your EMDR intensive bookings with smarter marketing and website strategies, this episode is for you!

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Connect with Carolyn:

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

Related episodes:

• Episode 22: Web Design, Branding, and Business Growth for Therapists (Featuring guest Brent Gairy, Web Designer & Co-Owner of EFlat, Inc.)
• Ep 7 How to Structure Your EMDR Intensive Sessions

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“But really, referrals are, in some ways, the bread and butter of my of my practice at this point.” -  Carolyn

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Welcome back to another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! This week, I’m diving into my all-time favorite EMDR books — the ones that seriously leveled up my skills as a clinician. Trust me, these gems are must-reads for anyone passionate about mastering EMDR.

First up, I’m unpacking the incredible work of Dr. Jamie Marich, whose book EMDR Made Simple breaks down the therapy with clarity and compassion — plus, her focus on an intersectional, anti-racist approach to EMDR is truly eye-opening and essential in today’s world.

Then, I’ll share how Dr. Laurel Parnell’s Attachment-Focused EMDR shifted my perspective, inspiring me to bring a more flexible, relational vibe to my sessions. Her adaptations to the standard protocol really changed the game for me.

And last but definitely not least, I’ll dig into Dr. Sandra Paulsen’s Looking Through the Eyes of Trauma and Dissociation — a powerhouse resource that taught me how to work confidently with clients facing complex trauma and dissociation. This book showed me how to prepare these clients for EMDR processing with care and precision.

If you want to sharpen your EMDR practice and get inspired by some brilliant minds, this episode is for you!

Resources from this episode:

• Dr. Jamie Marich 
• Sandra Paulson’s book
• Dr. Laurel Parnell's book 

Related episodes:

• Episode 23: EMDR training and democratizing knowledge
• Episode 21: EMDR phase 4 and overcoming fear in beginner clinicians
• Episode 18: Transforming EMDR Intensives With The Client Workbook

Connect with Carolyn:

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

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“There's no one size fits all modality for so many reasons, right? And all humans are unique and require modifications…” -  Carolyn

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Welcome back to another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! This week, I'm getting real about why nailing your basic EMDR training is the absolute foundation before diving into new modalities.

If you’ve ever felt that nagging fear of “do I know enough?” — you’re definitely not alone. I'm pulling back the curtain on common therapist worries, weaving in insights from past episodes on dissociation and phase four to help you feel seen and supported.

We'll dig into the often tricky balance between the core EMDR protocol and the complex realities therapists face in practice. Plus, why having a solid specialty matters, especially when it comes to knowing when to support an existing client’s unrelated challenges versus taking on a new client whose main issues fall outside your expertise.

You'll also get a sneak peek into the wisdom behind my Client Workbook and how it can guide you in navigating these challenges with confidence.

Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned EMDR therapist, this episode is packed with honest reflections and practical insights that you won’t want to miss.

Topics covered in this episode:

• EMDR training and the "training industrial complex
• Address fears about not knowing enough on Phase 4 in the EMDR Protocol
• EMDR training and certification
• Consultation with an experienced EMDR therapist
• Democratizing knowledge in therapy
• Limitations of traditional training methods and finding alternatives
• EMDR training and consultation services
• VIP Day Offer

Connect with Carolyn:

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

Related episodes:

• Ep 21: EMDR phase 4 and overcoming fear in beginner clinicians
• Ep 18 Transforming EMDR Intensives With The Client Workbook
• Ep 2 How to Integrate EMDR Intensives Into Your Therapy Practice

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“ I'm never gonna say don't get a training, I'm just saying that is not the only way.” -  Carolyn

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Welcome to another episode of Future Template Parent Podcast. This week, we’re chatting with Brent Gairy — our second-ever guest and the very first one on our YouTube podcast!  Brent’s the Co-Owner of Eflat, Inc and a total pro when it comes to web design and branding. I've been working with Brent for about three years now and absolutely LOVE his creative vibe. 

In this episode, Brent talks about how Eflat helped me see my business in a whole new way — including a fresh new brand that matches where I'm headed. He also shares what it’s like working with therapists and nonprofits, and why getting their unique needs is so important. If you want to see how strategic branding can elevate your EMDR therapy practice and open doors to new opportunities, this episode is a must-listen!

More about Brent Gairy:

Brent Gairy is a Web Designer/brand expert, and co-owner of Eflat, Inc.  Brent and his team at Eflat helped Carolyn overhaul her website, which led to her adding another therapist to her practice and rebranding the practice and their website to look more professional.

Topics covered on this episode:

• Branding and logo design for a therapy practice
• Marketing for EMDR therapists with a focus on websites and online presence
• Website and social media importance for businesses
• Website design for therapists
• Marketing strategies for small businesses
• Podcasting, content creation, and marketing for therapists
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Related episodes:

• Ep 6 Strategies to Generate More Referrals for EMDR Intensives
• Ep 5 Social Media for Therapists: Attract New Clients & Build a Referral Network
• Ep 4 How to Attract EMDR Intensive Clients Through Your Website

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Connect with Carolyn:

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

Connect with Brent Gairy:

• Website: https://www.eflatinc.com/therapist-web-design/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-g-32437223b/
• Instagram: eflatinc   
  
  

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“Our voice is the thing that we really have that AI can't take from us ever. “ -  Carolyn