In this episode of The EMDR Intensive Podcast, I talk with Kelly Smyth-Dent, LCSW—EMDR trainer, published researcher, and founder of Scaling Up. Kelly has trained therapists around the globe and is part of Dr. Ignacio Herrero's renowned EMDR research team in Mexico. Through Scaling Up, she leads EMDR basic and advanced trainings, business-building retreats, and a global community of clinicians committed to making therapy more accessible worldwide. Kelly shares her journey from weekly sessions to intensives and how massive imperfect action helped her build a thriving practice. We explore how intensives reduce burnout, why screening and fit are essential, and the surprising gifts that come with claiming the audacity of rest.

To learn more about Kelly and Scaling Up please visit her website at www.scalingupemdr.com

Join me in my first podcast episode as I engage in a dynamic conversation with the renowned Dr. Ricky Greenwald. A leading expert in trauma therapy, Greenwald shares his wealth of knowledge on EMDR, Intensives, and the evolving landscape of trauma treatment. We delve into the history, the efficiency, and the transformative power of intensive therapy. Dr. Greenwald also shares his perspective on the future of trauma healing and why this is a great time to be a trauma therapist.

For more information on Dr. Greenwald and his work at The Trauma Institute and The Child Trama Institute, please visit his website at www.ticti.org/intensive-trauma-therapy/

Welcome to the EMDR Intensive Podcast. I'm your host, Celeste Himanek, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Approved EMDR Consultant. I'll be talking about EMDR Intensives with the leaders in the field, those just getting started, and everyone in between. Whether you're here to expand your knowledge, gain new perspectives, or simply satisfy your curiosity, join me as we navigate the fun and fascinating terrain of EMDR Intensive Therapy. I can't wait to learn more. How about you? Come listen and let's see what we find out.