EMDR Consultation
Red Bank, NJ & Nationally online
Supporting Clinicians Who Work with Trauma
At Aspera Therapy, we believe that clinicians doing trauma work deserve a strong support system of their own. EMDR is a rich, complex model — and learning it well takes time, practice, and thoughtful consultation.
We offer EMDR consultation for therapists at all stages of their EMDR journey: those working toward certification, those deepening their skills with a specific population, and those wanting an ongoing professional home for case consultation and growth.
Meet Your Consultant: Stephanie Godwin, MA, LMFT
Stephanie Godwin is a co-founder of Aspera Therapy and one of New Jersey's EMDRIA-approved EMDR consultants. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with a master's degree and a certified EMDR therapist who has been specializing in trauma and body-based approaches since the beginning of her career.
Stephanie’s areas of specialization include working with adults with attachment and relational trauma. She often uses parts work in collaboration with EMDR to support trauma reprocessing.
Stephanie is listed in the EMDRIA consultant directory and brings a warm, trauma-informed approach to her work with fellow clinicians. Her consultation style emphasizes building confidence with the AIP (Adaptive Information Processing) model, navigating complex presentations, and integrating somatic and body-based awareness into EMDR practice.
What working with Stephanie looks like:
A collaborative, non-hierarchical space where your questions are welcome
Clinical depth on trauma, complex PTSD, and somatic approaches
Support across all 8 phases of EMDR therapy
Guidance on navigating challenging client presentations
Help preparing recorded sessions for EMDRIA certification review
Therapists working toward EMDR certification — If you've completed your basic EMDR training through an EMDRIA-approved provider and are accumulating your required consultation hours, Stephanie can provide both individual and group consultation hours that count toward certification.
Clinicians seeking ongoing professional development — You don't have to be working toward certification to benefit from consultation. EMDR consultation is valuable for any therapist who wants to deepen their clinical skills, process complex cases, and stay current with trauma research.
New trauma therapists building their foundation — If you're newer to trauma work and want a supportive, knowledgeable consultant to help you develop clinical confidence, you're welcome here.
Who Is This Consultation For?
EMDR Certification Consultation: What You Need to Know
To become an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist, you must have completed basic training through an EMDRIA-approved provider (Weekend 1 and Weekend 2, plus 10 hours of consultation included in basic training). After that, certification requires:
Minimum 10 individual consultation hours with an EMDRIA-approved consultant
Minimum 10 group consultation hours with an EMDRIA-approved consultant
Demonstrated competency across the AIP model and all 8 phases of EMDR therapy
Minimum 7 recorded sessions (video or audio) showing competency at various phases
Additional hours beyond the minimum may be recommended to ensure you feel truly confident and prepared. Stephanie will work with you to assess where you are and create a realistic path to certification.
For full certification requirements, visit EMDRIA's official website.
Consultation Format & Availability
Consultation is available individually and in small groups. Sessions are held via telehealth, making it accessible to clinicians across New Jersey and beyond. In-person consultation may also be available at our Red Bank, NJ office — reach out to inquire.
To discuss your specific needs, timeline, and goals, please contact us to schedule an initial conversation.
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your EMDR Training?
Whether you're pursuing certification or deepening your clinical practice, we'd love to support your growth. Reach out to learn more about consultation availability and scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions About EMDR Consultation
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Nope. Consultation is open to clinicians at any stage — from those just out of basic training to experienced EMDR therapists wanting continued professional growth and case support.
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EMDRIA requires a minimum of 10 individual hours and 10 group hours with an EMDRIA-approved consultant after completing basic training. Additional hours may be needed based on your level of demonstrated competency.
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Yes. Stephanie Godwin is an EMDRIA-approved consultant and is listed in the EMDRIA directory. She is also a certified EMDR therapist.
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Yes. Consultation is available online for clinicians in the United States.
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Fill out our contact form or call us at 732-982-7068 and indicate you're interested in EMDR consultation. We'll connect you with Stephanie to answer any questions you have.