Schools are one of the most important environments for reaching children and teens—but how can EMDR therapy fit into these settings? In this episode of Scaling Up Your Impact, Kelly Smyth-Dent explores the opportunities and challenges of bringing EMDR into K–12 schools.
You’ll learn:
- Why schools are uniquely positioned to support trauma healing
- How EMDR can be adapted for children and adolescents
- The logistical realities of scheduling, space, and confidentiality in school systems
- Creative ways EMDR can support students after crises, bullying, or chronic stress
- How parents, teachers, and school staff can partner with therapists to reinforce healing
Whether you’re a school-based clinician, a community therapist partnering with schools, or simply curious about trauma care for kids, this episode offers practical tools and inspiring ideas for making EMDR accessible where it’s needed most.
👉 Learn more about EMDR trainings, including child and group protocols, at scalingupemdr.com.
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