Choice Counseling Associates
TRAININGS FOR THERAPISTS
1) Christian Faith Based Attachment focused Resourcing Training for All therapists
2) EMDR Faith-Based Training for those who are EMDR Trained
3) 1 hour self-help workshop for everyone to learn to "take Jesus with you!
You'll gain a thorough understanding of how to thoughtfully and ethically integrate Christian foundational principals into sessions (when appropriate) to ensure their experience aligns with the clients' values and beliefs. This training promotes honoring your clients desire to bring in their beliefs into their session—because-ethical, client-centered care means showing up fully for those you serve.
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EMDR Faith-Based training is designed for EMDR therapists who want to develop the foundational skills necessary to ethically and effectively support Christian clients in the therapy room. Whether or not you personally share the Christian faith, this training equips you to respectfully hold space for clients who desire their faith to be acknowledged as part of the healing process.
I also offer a 1 hour class for EVERYONE who is interested in learning to "take Jesus with you!"
June 5th and 6th 2026
June 5th-9:00 am to 5:00 pm
June 6th-9:00 am to noon
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The first 4 hours, 9;00 am to noon is open to all helping professions, licensed counselors, ministry leaders, and certified counselors. Cost is $75.
From 1:00 pm on Friday until the end of the training at noon on Saturday the 6th will require an intermediate level knowledge of EMDR
***If you are not EMDR trained, are licensed, and want to get trained in EMDR, please email me and I can get that set up for you.***
​Total for 2 day training is $195 ​​
Learning Objectives:​​
First 4 hours:
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Explain Faith-Based Resourcing
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Demonstrate how to integrate 10 resourcing worksheets
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Identify and connect with faith-based Attachment figure
8 hours of Faith-Based EMDR training through the Attachment Lens
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Explain how to use EMDR with faith-based clients
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Explain how to avoid spiritual manipulation
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Navigate spiritual ruptures with attachment
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Explain how to help clients overcome spiritual abuse
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Demonstrate faith-based clinical interventions
If you are interested in bringing the in-person training to you, please reach out to Amy through the contact form below.
3 Hour -Virtual Training-Christian Faith-Based Resourcing
OPEN TO ALL THERAPISTS. Introductory level: 8 Worksheets, 1 hour of lecture, 1 hour of demo, 1 hour of guided practicum
3 hours total: $125 investment, Demo hour only $50
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ON DEMAND 3 Hour Training is Now available! Just click on the link "sign up for training"
EVERYTHING IS CENTRAL TIME ZONE​​
Learning Objectives:
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Explain Faith-Based Resourcing
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Identify and connect with faith-based attachment figures
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Explain how to use EMDR with faith-based clients
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Demonstrate how to integrate 10 resourcing worksheets into clinical practice
Meet my coach
Sedaya Northern​​
My name is Sedaya Northern and I am the owner of Beauty for Ashes Counseling. I started my journey in 2014 when I graduated from Grand Canyon University and began working for a residential treatment center for adolescents after earning my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I went on to pursue my Master of Science in Psychology. I went on to pursue my Master of Science in Professional Counseling at GCU and graduated in 2019. I began working in community mental health as a counselor and then moved into private practice.
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I am an EMDR Certified Therapist and also hold my certification as a Clinical Trauma Professional. I specialize in treating PTSD, bipolar, depression, anxiety, grief, and individuals experiencing or coming out of narcissistic abuse. I am licensed in Arizona and Washington state.
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I strive to provide each client with the care they need to succeed in their goals, in an atmosphere where they feel empowered and can truly flourish regardless of life's circumstances. I believe that the best outcomes start with a positive therapeutic relationship where you feel safe, accepted and heard.
