Regional event
Working Therapeutically in EMDR with Clients Accessing Pre-Trial Therapy – 25.04.2026
Date and time
10:00 am, 25 Apr 2026–25 Apr 2026
Location
Online
Kent Regional Group Presents Raquel Correia and Yasmin Pethania.
Saturday 25th April 2026, online 10am-3pm.
Presentation objectives:
- Explore the significance of pre-trial therapy for EMDR clients involved in the Criminal Justice System (CJS)
- Discuss the unique complexities and dynamics of providing EMDR therapy within the CJS context.
- Examine the ethical and legal challenges, particularly balancing client confidentiality with legal obligations
- Explain best practice and procedures governing the disclosure of EMDR therapy notes.
- Discuss the role of collaboration with the Police and Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to ensure compliance with legal requirements
- Discuss documentation and note keeping
- Discuss how to obtain and document informed consent for EMDR therapy in the pre-trial context.
- Share insights from the presenters’ experience of working in a Sexual Assault Referral Centre and working in collaboration with the Police and the CPS
- Equip delegates with knowledge to support EMDR clients involved in the CJS effectively
EDI:
- Acknowledge clients’ diverse experiences and recognise the intersectionality of clients and how these factors might influence their experiences within the CJS and EMDR therapy.
- Discuss the importance of therapists working within diversity and being culturally attuned
- Advocate for clients’ rights and dignity while navigating legal compliance.
The session will be recorded and can be viewed afterwards.