Kathy founded Rewired360, a EMDR Consulting/Training business and Willow Creek Counseling, an EMDR therapy business. Certifications are held with EMDRIA as a EMDR Certified Therapist/Approved Consultant, and a Fellow in Thanatology with the Association of Death Education and Counseling, and is a Level 2 trained Gottman Institute clinician.
Kathy has 10 years of teaching experience at Boise State University, with specializations in in program evaluation, research and small business development. Specialties include areas of death, grief, bereavement, couples, and has experience with addiction, child welfare, probation and parole, TF-CBT, substance abuse and domestic violence. She regularly provides EMDR and Couples Intensives and lives in Twin Falls, Idaho with her family daughter, twin boys and family dogs.
EMDR Target Sequencing and Treatment Planning
About the Webinar
Today’s webinar is not just an incredible learning opportunity, but also marks the kick off for our brand-new Kathy on the Couch Membership Community! Whether you’re an EMDR practitioner looking to deepen your expertise, or someone passionate about trauma-informed care, today’s session is designed to offer you practical insights and actionable strategies for your clinical practice.
Why This Topic?
Target sequencing and treatment planning are the backbone of effective EMDR therapy. Kathy will guide us through best practices, common challenges, and creative solutions to help y...Read moreou move your clients toward healing with clarity and confidence. Abstract
This session provides clinicians with concrete strategies for EMDR target sequencing and treatment planning, emphasizing enhanced decision-making in complex clinical scenarios. Participants will learn to define and apply a variety of EMDR target sequencing approaches—including timeline sequencing, the Two Method Approach, and symptom-informed models—to effectively organize and prioritize treatment targets for diverse client presentations
. The integration of case conceptualization with EMDR treatment planning will be highlighted, ensuring comprehensive and individualized care, particularly for clients with complex trauma histories
. Through practical demonstrations using case examples and recommended protocols, attendees will develop skills in mapping and sequencing targets, utilizing tools such as the EMDR Target Time Line and collaborative target mapping to optimize therapeutic outcomes and client engagement
. This session equips clinicians with actionable methods to navigate the nuances of EMDR treatment planning, fostering clarity and confidence in their trauma-informed practice.
Meet Kathy Couch
For those who may be new: Kathy Couch is a seasoned EMDR clinician, supervisor, and educator, known for her warmth, expertise, and supportive approach. She’s passionate about building community among therapists, and today is the perfect example of that vision in action. Less...
Learning Objectives
- Define and apply EMDR target sequencing strategies to effectively organize and prioritize treatment targets for diverse clinical presentations.
- Integrate case conceptualization with EMDR treatment planning to ensure comprehensive, individualized care—especially for clients with complex trauma histories.
- Demonstrate practical skills in mapping and sequencing targets using case examples and recommended protocols to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Learning Levels
- Masters and EMDR Basic Trained
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Live Interactive Webinar
04:00 PM MST - 05:00 PM MST
EARN 1 CE Credit Hours
About the speaker
Kathy Couch
LCSW, FT, EMDR Consultant and Trainer
Agenda
Course Outline: 1-Hour WebinarEMDR Target Sequencing & Treatment Planning for EMDR Therapists
1. Introduction & Objectives (5 minutes)
Welcome & brief presenter introduction
Overview of webinar goals
Key learning objectives
2. Foundations of EMDR Target Sequencing (10 minutes)
Review of EMDR’s 8-phase protocol
What is target sequencing?
Rationale for effective sequencing in treatment outcomes
3. Target Identification Strategies (15 minutes)
Types of targets: past, present, future
Common methods (e.g., Standard Protocol, Floatback, Timeline)
Clinical considerations for complex cases
4. Treatment Planning Essentials (15 minutes)
Integrating case conceptualization into EMDR
Prioritizing targets: safety, stabilization, and resources
Sequencing in complex trauma & dissociation
Flexibility in planning
5. Case Vignette & Practical Application (10 minutes)
Walkthrough of a sample case
Collaborative target mapping
Q&A and discussion
6. Wrap-Up & Resources (5 minutes)
Key takeaways
Recommended readings and tools
Information on next steps and further training
Final Q&A
CE Information - Earn 1 CE Credit Hour
CE Approvals
Rewired360
Rewired360 has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider,
ACEP No. 7491. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.
Rewired360 is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
This qualifies for 1 EMDRIA credit: Rewired 360 is an EC Provider Number: 23014
ACEP No. 7491. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.
Rewired360 is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
This qualifies for 1 EMDRIA credit: Rewired 360 is an EC Provider Number: 23014
CE Process Info
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Rewired360 has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider,
ACEP No. 7491. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.
Rewired360 is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. This program is approved for 1 EMDRIA Credit. Rewired 360 EC Provider Number: 23014
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