Complex trauma
Advanced approaches
Advancing EMDR practice through connection and collaboration
Utah EMDR Summit
Cassidy DuHadway, LCSW, an EMDRIA Approved Trainer and Consultant, hosts the Utah EMDR Summit: a full day of advanced EMDR training for EMDR-trained therapists, in person in Salt Lake City or virtual.
Expert-led sessions, connection with other EMDR clinicians and tools you can use Monday morning.
- 17 years as a therapist
- EMDRIA Approved Trainer and Consultant
- 1,500+ clinicians trained
- 50+ providers across 8 Utah locations
- Author of Becoming Me
A day of advanced EMDR training, connection and growth
The Utah EMDR Summit brings EMDR therapists together to learn, challenge each other and grow.
We are building a community of EMDR practitioners committed to going deeper. Expect advanced training, real conversations and practical presentations.
"I am not a fan of surface-level trainings." Cassidy
What you get
- A full day of EMDR-focused presentations from experienced clinicians and trainers
- Continuing education credit
- Community with EMDR therapists from across Utah and beyond
- Hybrid format: attend in person in Salt Lake City or join virtually from anywhere
Who it is for
- EMDR-trained therapists at any stage of practice
- Clinicians working toward EMDRIA certification
- Trauma therapists looking to sharpen and expand their toolkit
- Anyone curious about advanced EMDR applications and current research
Topics and focus areas: advanced EMDR applications
Addiction
Specialized approaches and EMDR integration
Children and adolescents
Specialized skills and techniques for kids and teens
ADHD, OCD, autism and other neurodivergence
Neuroaffirming approaches
Dissociation
Clinical strategies
Parts work, KAP, Brainspotting and DBR
And other integrations of modalities
Ethics and suicidality
Specialized skills and required CE topics
And more
Other EMDR-related approaches and conversations
Format and location
Hybrid. Attend in person in Salt Lake City, Utah, or join virtually with full access to all sessions. Venue details are coming soon.
Hosted by Cassidy DuHadway, LCSW, EMDRIA Approved Trainer and Consultant.
Continuing education
- Purple Sky Consulting has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7765. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Purple Sky Consulting is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
- Seeking EMDRIA Advanced EMDR Credits
- The hour count and approving bodies are confirmed closer to the event
Share your expertise
Call for presenters
Experienced EMDR therapists are invited to present on advanced EMDR topics, share their expertise and contribute to the growth of the EMDR community.
Format
60 to 90 minutes
Honorarium
$250 minimum, can increase with registration numbers
The schedule is built from presenter submissions to give a well-rounded day.
Submit a presentation proposalIn the room
What 2025 attendees said
"This training was absolutely phenomenal. Honestly, this one training on its own made the cost of the whole event worth it to me."
"So much fantastic learnings for utilizing EMDR with early childhood kiddos, caregivers, and children with sensory needs! Keep going!! Was such a fantastic event!"
"I had so many takeaways, I learned so many skills that I have already began to implement in my practice with clients."
"I felt validated in the way I use EMDR in my practice and was inspired to know the protocol but adapt it to the client."
"I came away with a greater excitement to use EMDR in more of my sessions with more clients."
"This summit reminded me that I am doing what I need to be doing to help clients achieve their goals."
Don't miss a thing
Get updates on speakers, schedule announcements and registration by email.
Questions? Email morgan@purpleskycounseling.com.
Finished Basic Training?
The Between Sessions membership is $49 a month: a private community of EMDR therapists, a monthly live call with Cassidy and a resource library built for real sessions.
- 17 years as a therapist
- EMDRIA Approved Trainer and Consultant
- 1,500+ clinicians trained
- 50+ providers across 8 Utah locations
- Author of Becoming Me
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Utah EMDR Summit questions
Is the Utah EMDR Summit in person or virtual?
Both. It is a hybrid event: attend in person in Salt Lake City or join virtually with full access to all sessions.
Who is the Utah EMDR Summit for?
EMDR-trained therapists at any stage of practice, clinicians working toward EMDRIA certification, trauma therapists sharpening their toolkit and anyone curious about advanced EMDR applications and current research.
Does the Summit offer continuing education credit?
Yes. NBCC credit is offered through Purple Sky Consulting, ACEP No. 7765. EMDRIA Advanced EMDR Credits are being sought. The hour count and approving bodies are confirmed closer to the event.
Can I present at the Summit?
Yes. Presentations run 60 to 90 minutes on advanced EMDR topics. Presenters receive a minimum $250 honorarium, which can increase with registration numbers.