Don’t miss your chance to become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and train with a renowned expert, author and leading voice in the healing of PTSD and complex trauma—Dr. Arielle Schwartz!

Dr. Schwartz has shared her invaluable knowledge with thousands of clinicians, and now it's your turn to join her for her best-selling certification training—in-person or online.

Praised as 'outstanding,' 'profound,' and a ‘true gem,’ Dr. Schwartz will personally guide you through the training and provide you with the most effective trauma techniques.

After this training, you'll leave feeling like a more capable trauma therapist than ever before, ready to:

  • Utilize proven integrative strategies in EMDR, CBT, somatic approaches, and narrative therapy.
  • Diagnose trauma with precision and create a treatment roadmap that meets your clients' unique needs.
  • Implement strategies for handling challenging clients, addressing boundary issues, managing crises, and dealing with high-risk behaviors.
  • Apply stabilization techniques to kickstart therapy quickly… and so much more!

And as a special bonus, you’ll receive the Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) qualification — a $99 value, absolutely FREE!* 

Seats for Dr. Schwartz’s trainings fill incredibly fast, so don’t wait.

Save your spot today and take the first step toward enhancing your skills as a trauma therapist.

Register now!

*Professional standards apply

2-DAY Intensive Trauma Treatment Certification Workshop:
EMDR, CBT and Somatic-Based Interventions to Move Clients from Surviving to Thriving 

Join us in beautiful Denver, Colorado or watch the webcast from home!

January 31-February 1 • 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Mountain Time

Join in Denver!

$499.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Network with your peers from across the country 

Join Virtually!

$459.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Virtual networking with colleagues across the country 

What You'll Learn During Your Two Days in Denver

The Neuroscience of Trauma
and Mechanisms of Change


  • Key brain areas involved in trauma
  • Fight, flight, freeze, fawn survival responses
  • Clinical implications of the freeze response
  • The neuroscience of EMDR, exposure therapy and cognitive therapy
  • Research Limitations and Potential Risks

Connect Clients to a Diagnosis:
Trauma Assessment Tools


  • Differentiating between simple and complex trauma
  • Addressing intergenerational trauma
  • Recognizing symptom clusters and manifestations
  • Utilizing CAPS-5 and PCL-5 tools
  • Efficiently screening with the Primary Care PTSD Screen
  • Handling dual diagnosis cases

Stabilize Your Clients Prior to Trauma Work

  • Trauma treatment roadmap – order of operations
  • Bottom-up techniques to reconnect and feel safe in the body
    • Self-soothing techniques
    • Grounding strategies
    • Breathwork
  • Gauge when a client is ready for intense trauma/cognitive work

Proven Skills and Techniques from Evidence-Based Approaches!

Somatic Approaches: Address Physical Symptoms of Trauma 

  • Relevance of Polyvagal theory and early trauma
  • Assess for readiness to apply somatic tools
  • Teach body awareness
  • Manage unease with “Felt sense” exercises
  • Resourcing strategies to create a safe space

CBT Coping Skills: Manage Emotions 

  • Identify inaccurate trauma-related cognitions
  • Exposure, titration and pendulation to slow emotions
  • Cognitive reframing and reappraisal interventions
  • Memory reconstruction techniques
  • Develop emotion regulation strategies to build resilience

EMDR-Based Techniques: Resolve Traumatic Memories 

  • Adaptive Information Processing Theory
  • EMDR vs EFT vs neuromodulation
  • Resourcing strategies
  • Combine memory reprocessing with cognitive restructuring
  • Using “restricted processing” with complex trauma

Narrative Therapy Exercises: Rewrite Traumatic Experiences 

  • Interventions to help clients talk about hotspots
  • Reclaim identity with the “Tree of life” exercise
  • Promote self-awareness and closure by helping clients create their life stories
  • Strategies to gain alternative perspectives on past traumas
  • Clinical tools for building strength and resilience narratives 

Solutions to Trauma Treatment Roadblocks

  • How to handle the angry client
  • Strategies for the resistant trauma client
  • Boundary concerns
  • Dealing with crises, suicidality, substance use
  • Addressing therapeutic impasses and enhancing client engagement

Reintegration and Post-Traumatic Growth 

  • Better than normal – the neuroscience of post-traumatic growth
  • The therapeutic alliance as a brain-based approach
  • The power of forgiveness in moving forward
  • Meaning making exercises
  • Cultivating resilience and personal growth through reintegration strategies

See What Your Colleagues Are Saying About Dr. Arielle Schwartz’s Training!

"I LOVED this training! By far, one of the most insightful, profound, and beneficial (personally and professionally) seminars I have ever participated in.” 

Russ J. 

"Dr. Schwartz is an excellent presenter and researcher! I consider myself a seasoned trauma specialist and I learned so much from this presentation and course." 

— Marie G., PhD 

"Dr. Schwartz has been, hands down, the most effective presenter I have experienced in the PESI system. A valuable gem to the community. A whole soul who knows how to show others what it is like to care." 

— Walter D., LMFT 

"Outstanding presenter. This was one of the best workshops I have experienced through PESI. Presenter was quite engaging with the participants. Just awesome!"

Judy H., Psychologist 

"Absolutely amazing training. Arielle is a dynamic, captivating and authentic presenter. I would take any training with her in the future!!! May be my most enjoyable and responsive trainer ever!!"

—Karin E., — Social Worker

2-DAY Intensive Trauma Treatment Certification Workshop:
EMDR, CBT and Somatic-Based Interventions to Move Clients from Surviving to Thriving 

Join us in beautiful Denver, Colorado or watch the webcast from home!

January 31-February 1 • 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Mountain Time

Join in Denver!

$499.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Network with your peers from across the country 

Join Virtually!

$459.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Virtual networking with colleagues across the country 

Discounted Room Rates—Limited Availability
Reserve your room now at the exclusive conference rate!

Hotel discounted rates end January 10

When you choose to stay at the Grand Hyatt Denver Hotel, you're not just securing a comfortable lodging; you're gaining immediate access to our top-notch conference facilities, ensuring a hassle-free training experience. Moreover, our prime location means you'll be a stone's throw away from an array of dining options, diverse shopping opportunities, and more.

Denver, with its year-round appeal, beckons you to explore over 4,000 acres of picturesque parks and parkways and accessible day trips to the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, or simply unwinding in a soothing hot spring retreat. Dive into the city's vibrant culture by visiting numerous museums, botanic gardens, zoos, and, of course, relishing the warmth of the abundant craft brewery scene. 

January in Denver offers a unique blend of outdoor adventures, cultural exploration, and cozy comforts, making it the perfect time for an unforgettable getaway. 

Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton St
Denver, Colorado 80202

*Please be advised that the block may fill up before the cut-off date. After this date, or fulfillment of the block, the hotel may take reservations on an availability basis at the best available advertised rate. 

Certification Made Simple

In just three easy steps, you will become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)* starting today: 

Step 1: Attend the conference. 

Step 2: Complete the CE test and instantly print your CE certificate. 

Step 3: Submit your application to Evergreen Certifications and we’ll cover the cost of your certification fee for 2 years ($99.99 value!)  

That’s it! No hidden fees. No catch.  Just certification made EASY. 

*Professional standards apply. Learn more at www.evergreencertifications.com/cctp. We partner with Evergreen Certifications to include certification with some of our products. When you purchase such a product, we may disclose your information to Evergreen Certifications for purposes of providing services directly to you or to contact you regarding relevant offers.

Arielle Schwartz, PhD, CCTP-II, E-RYT, is a clinical psychologist, internationally sought-out teacher, therapeutic yoga instructor, and leading voice in the healing of PTSD and complex trauma. She is the author of six books based upon her integrative, mind-body approach to trauma recovery: The Complex PTSD Workbook; The Post Traumatic Growth Guidebook; A Practical Guide to Complex PTSD; EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology; The Complex PTSD Treatment Manual, and Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery. Her unique blend of spirituality and science can be found in her writings, guided trauma recovery programs, and applied Polyvagal Theory in yoga for trauma recovery. 

Dr. Schwartz is an accomplished teacher who guides therapists in the application of EMDR, somatic psychology, parts work therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions for the treatment of trauma and complex trauma. She has a succinct way of speaking about very complex topics. She is a longtime meditation and yoga practitioner with a passion for the outdoors; all of which she incorporates into her work as founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy in Boulder, Colorado where she maintains a private practice providing psychotherapy, supervision, and consultation. Dr. Schwartz believes that the journey of trauma recovery is an awakening of the spiritual heart.

See What Your Colleagues Are Saying About Dr. Arielle Schwartz and CCTP Certification!

"Dr. Schwartz was very knowledgeable and helped me gain a new understanding of trauma." 

— Laura S., Social Worker

"Certification has really boosted my clientele. Now, I have a full practice with an extensive waiting list because of it." 

— Jack, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, CCTP-II, CCFP, CDBT

"Arielle Schwartz, PhD is truly an expert in the field. She was engaging, involved with her audience and provided an excellent and greatly informative presentation." 

— Betty S.  

"Dr. Schwartz is an excellent presenter and researcher! I consider myself a seasoned trauma specialist and I learned so much from this presentation and course."

— Marie G., PhD

"THE BEST training I have attended in the past 20 years!

— Heidi M., Social Worker

2-DAY Intensive Trauma Treatment Certification Workshop:
EMDR, CBT and Somatic-Based Interventions to Move Clients from Surviving to Thriving 

Join us in beautiful Denver, Colorado or watch the webcast from home!

January 31-February 1 • 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Mountain Time

Join in Denver!

$499.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Network with your peers from across the country 

Join Virtually!

$459.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Virtual networking with colleagues across the country 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this training right for me? 

This workshop caters to therapists at all experience levels, whether you're a seasoned trauma specialist or relatively new to the field. If you consider yourself not yet a 'trauma specialist,' this workshop is an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise and boost your confidence. Dr. Arielle Schwartz's integrative approach draws from proven strategies in EMDR, CBT, somatic approaches, and narrative therapy. For those with years of trauma therapy experience, this workshop is about refining and enhancing your skills. It provides a fresh perspective on your existing knowledge and offers innovative techniques to complement your extensive background. Many experienced professionals find it a source of inspiration and a way to stay up-to-date with the latest methods.


How can I become a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)? 

Becoming a CCTP is simple: attend the workshop, complete the CE test, and submit your application to Evergreen Certifications. Best of all, your certification fee for two years is covered with your registration for this workshop! 


Are there discounted room rates for Denver attendees? 

Yes! Limited discounted room rates are available for those staying in Denver. We recommend booking early as rates end in January. 


Where do I fly into? 

Denver is served by Denver International Airport (DEN), which is the largest airport in the region and is well-connected to various domestic and international destinations, making it convenient for attendees traveling to the 2-Day Intensive Trauma Treatment Certification Workshop. 


Should I attend the virtual or in-person event? 

Mental health professionals are once again embracing the opportunity to travel for training, seeking the enriching experiences of live interactions, valuable networking, and the sheer joy of exploring new destinations. However, if travel isn't feasible for you, rest assured that you can still access this training and certification. We offer convenient options, including attending a live webcast or opting for a self-study version, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own terms. 

2-DAY Intensive Trauma Treatment Certification Workshop:
EMDR, CBT and Somatic-Based Interventions to Move Clients from Surviving to Thriving 

Join us in beautiful Denver, Colorado or watch the webcast from home!

January 31-February 1 • 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Mountain Time

Join in Denver!

$499.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Network with your peers from across the country 

Join Virtually!

$459.99

★ Up to 12 CE Hours
Hands on learning and personalized interactions with Arielle
★ Virtual networking with colleagues across the country 

Our Satisfaction Guarantee

Register for this conference without risk. If you're not completely satisfied, give us a call at 800-844-8260. 

We're that confident you'll find this learning experience to be all that's promised and more than you expected.

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