Trauma Specialists Training Institute

What Trauma Specialists Training Institute does

Trauma Specialists Training Institute (TSTI) is a privately held, bootstrapped continuing education company that delivers EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy training to mental health professionals. Founded in 2021 by Rachel Harrison, LCPC, NCC, after 13 years of clinical practice, the company operates from Frederick, Maryland, and is an EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)-approved training provider. TSTI is staffed by 7 employees supported by a network of 12 trainers and consultants with over 100 years of combined clinical experience, all of whom maintain active caseloads.

The company's core product is a six-day EMDRIA-approved EMDR Basic Training program priced at $1,475-$1,675, delivered via virtual Zoom or in-person formats in the Mid-Atlantic region and covering the Adaptive Information Processing model, the 8-phase EMDR protocol, polyvagal theory, and structural dissociation. Advanced workshop offerings include EMDR for Borderline Personality Disorder, Mastering Phase 2, Attachment-Informed EMDR, and a Basic Training Refresher, priced between $205 and $429. The portfolio extends to a Foundations of Trauma Therapy 8-week program ($409), individual consultation at $150/hour, group consultation at $50/session, and the EMDR Circle membership at $57/month, which provides recurring community access to trained clinicians. Supporting content assets include the Mental Health Evolution podcast (46+ episodes) and free clinical guides.

TSTI has trained 527+ clinicians across 47 states since inception, targeting licensed mental health professionals, pre-licensed clinicians, graduate students, and medical professionals. Go-to-market relies on content marketing, email outreach, the EMDRIA provider directory, and word-of-mouth within the professional clinician community. Cohort-based training, group discounts, and payment plans support conversion. The company holds EMDRIA, NBCC, NASW, and APA continuing education provider approvals, enabling it to issue the CE credits clinicians need for licensing and certification.

Name

Trauma Specialists Training Institute

Legal name

Trauma Specialists Training Institute, LLC

Website

https://traumaspecialiststraining.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Trauma Specialists Training Institute is an EMDRIA-approved continuing education provider that trains licensed mental health professionals in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy through cohort-based basic training, advanced workshops, consultation, and a membership community.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mental Health Professional Training & Continuing Education

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Rehabilitation Support (PT/OT Aide) (EDAOAJAI)

Keywords

• EMDR therapy training
• Trauma therapy education
• Clinical continuing education
• Mental health professional training
• EMDRIA approved training

Headquarters

HQ city

Frederick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. EMDR Basic Training: Comprehensive EMDRIA-approved basic training program priced at $1,475-$1,675 per participant. Includes 6 days of live training, 10 hours of group consultation, pre-course materials, and CE documentation. Offered in both in-person and virtual formats.
2. Advanced EMDR Trainings: Specialized workshops including EMDR and BPD training ($379), Mastering Phase 2 ($259), EMDR Refresher ($205). These are one-time fee virtual training sessions with CE credits.
3. Foundations of Trauma Therapy: 8-week trauma therapy stabilization program at $409 per person. Weekly 90-minute sessions covering neurobiology, staging, body awareness, mindfulness, grounding, and polyvagal theory.
4. EMDR Consultation Services: Individual consultation at $150/hour, group consultation at $50/session. Also offered as part of EMDR Circle membership starting at $57/month including monthly group consultation, resource library, and community access.
5. EMDR Circle Membership: Monthly membership at $57/month offering monthly group consultation, 24/7 resource library access, private community access, and 10% off individual consultations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Trauma Specialists Training Institute (TSTI) provides EMDRIA-approved EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy training programs for licensed mental health professionals. Core offerings include a six-day EMDR Basic Training program with group consultation, advanced workshops on specialized topics such as attachment-informed EMDR and BPD treatment, ongoing individual and group consultation services, and a monthly membership community (EMDR Circle) that provides peer support and continuing consultation to trained clinicians.

Product overview

Trauma Specialists Training Institute (TSTI) offers a comprehensive portfolio of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy training programs for mental health professionals. The core offering is EMDRIA-approved EMDR Basic Training—a 6-day intensive program with 10 hours of group consultation that qualifies clinicians to practice EMDR. Advanced trainings expand into specialized areas including Attachment-Informed EMDR, EMDR for Borderline Personality Disorder, Mastering Phase 2 (resourcing), and Basic Training Refresher courses. The company also provides Trauma-Informed foundational training for clinicians not yet certified in EMDR. Consultation services include individual sessions ($150/hour) and group sessions ($50/session), with an EMDR Circle membership offering monthly consultation, resource library access, and community support at approximately $57/month. Free content resources include The Mental Health Evolution podcast (46+ episodes) and downloadable clinical guides.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• EMDR Basic Training EMDRIA-approved foundational training program teaching Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. Includes six days of live training split into two segments, plus 10 hours of group consultation. Covers the 8 phases of EMDR, AIP theory, neurobiology of trauma, and hands-on practice rotating through therapist, client, and observer roles. Priced at $1,475-$1,675 per participant; offered in-person and virtually via Zoom.
• Attachment-Informed Approach to EMDR Therapy Advanced virtual training teaching clinicians how to adapt EMDR's 8 phases for clients with inadequate attachment histories across the developmental lifespan. Covers attachment style assessment, developmental stage mapping, and AIP-attachment integration. Provides 5.5 EMDRIA Credits.
• EMDR as an Effective Treatment Modality for Borderline Personality Disorder Two-day intensive virtual training on conceptualizing Borderline Personality Disorder as Complex Trauma and utilizing EMDR adaptations for each of the 8 phases. Covers structural dissociation theory, Resource Development Installation, Fraser's Table, and Affect Stabilization/Pendulation Protocol. Priced at $379-$429. Provides 14 EMDRIA Credits.
• Mastering Phase 2: Resourcing, Treatment Planning & More One-day virtual workshop focusing on EMDR Phase 2 preparation phase. Covers structural dissociation model, Resource Development Protocol, affect tolerance, window of tolerance, ego strength, and treatment planning for trauma reprocessing readiness. Priced at $259-$299. Provides 6 EMDRIA Credits.
• EMDR Basic Training Refresher Virtual review course covering material from EMDR Basic Training including AIP Theory, neurobiology of trauma, Dual Attention Stimulus, all 8 EMDR phases, strategies for blocked processing, and Future Template technique. Priced at $205-$235. Provides 5 EMDRIA Credits. Eligibility restricted to those who have completed EMDRIA-Approved Basic EMDR Training.
• Foundation of Trauma Therapy: Master Stabilization Techniques in 8 Weeks Eight-week virtual program teaching foundational trauma therapy skills without requiring EMDR certification. Covers trauma neurobiology, stabilization techniques, body awareness, mindfulness, affect tolerance, grounding skills, and polyvagal theory. Priced at $409 per person. Open to all clinical roles. Provides 12 NASW CE contact hours.
• EMDR Consultation Services Individual and group EMDR consultation sessions led by EMDRIA-Approved Consultants. Individual sessions are $150/hour; group sessions are $50/session in small groups of 6-8 clinicians. Supports EMDRIA certification pursuit, case consultation, and skill development.
• EMDR Circle Membership Monthly membership providing ongoing support including monthly group consultation, 24/7 resource library access, private community access, and 10% off individual consultations. Designed for clinicians completing Basic Training who want continued learning and community support. Starting at $57/month.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% of adults with adult-onset trauma achieved asymptomatic functioning at 6-month follow-up vs 0% for fluoxetine (van der Kolk et al., 2007)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEMDRIA is the governing body that approves training providers, trainers, and consultants. TSTI is an EMDRIA-approved training provider offering Basic Training, advanced trainings, and consultation services that meet EMDRIA standards. Trainers hold various EMDRIA credentials including Approved Trainer, Approved Consultant, and Certified Therapist status.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/trauma-specialists-training-institute

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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