Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on the past year and share my excitement for 2026. I introduced my upcoming free webinar focused on EMDR intensives, discussing how therapists can double their rates and transform their practices. Topics covered: New Year Reflections and Excitement for 2026Webinar Overview: Doubling Your Rate with EMDR IntensivesWe...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the complex topic of perpetrator interjects in therapy, particularly in the context of working with dissociative clients. I explain what perpetrator interjects are, their significance in trauma processing, and how therapists can effectively engage with these parts to facilitate healing. Topics covered: Introduction to Pe...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the realities of what it was like to launch The EMDR Intensive Practice Formula - my on demand 6 module 12 hour video course, available now! Spoiler alert - it wasn’t pretty - but I did it. Get the behind the scenes in this episode. Topics covered: Personal Insights on Launching EMDR Intensive PracticeThe Realities of Bus...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interviewed Sophia Mendoza, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in EMDR therapy. We discuss Sophia's journey into EMDR, its impact on her clinical practice, and the importance of integrating cultural and holistic practices in therapy. Topics covered: Introduction to Sophia MendozaSophia's Journey to EMDR TherapyIntegra...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I officially announce that I am releasing my on demand video course - the EMDR Intensive Practice Formula! Available December 8th. Topics covered: Announcement of EMDR Intensive CourseCourse Structure and Features Resources and Tools Included in the Course Course Curriculum Overview Connect with Carolyn: Website: www.f...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on a 10 hour EMDR intensive and share a deeply moving experience from a therapy session, discussing the transformative power of emotional work and the importance of vulnerability in healing. Topics covered: Transformative Therapy ExperiencesThe Healing Power of VulnerabilityThe Therapeutic Process Can Lead to Unexp...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I give a behind the scenes look into a one-to-one consultation session with Lorena, an EMDR therapist to whom I have provided consultation for certification. Lorena was a member of the EMDR Intensive 12 Week Intensive group program in the summer of 2025. Topics covered: Working with sexual traumaClients with learning disabilitie...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the challenges of self-doubt and perfectionism faced by EMDR therapists. Reflects on the internal struggles that arise from feeling inadequate and the pressure to constantly improve and learn new skills to be deemed worthy in their profession. Topics covered: Introduction And Personal ReflectionsThe Pressure Of Continuous Lear...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss some common challenges therapists face when transitioning to an intensive therapy practice, including whether or not to keep seeing weekly clients, increasing their hourly rate, and accommodating intensives in their schedules while also keeping ongoing clients. Topics covered: Seasonal ReflectionsTransitioning to Intensive The...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the common fears and challenges faced by EMDR therapists, particularly the fear of getting stuck with clients during therapy. The importance of recognizing these fears and how they can impede effective therapy. Topics covered: Fears and Imposter Syndrome in TherapyThe Role of EMDR IntensivesNavigating Difficult M...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share my experiences and strategies for using Instagram as a vital part of her marketing ecosystem. My love-hate relationship with the platform, the importance of community and engagement, and how she leverages AI tools to streamline content creation. Topics covered: Introduction to Instagram Marketing StrategyThe Love-Hat...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, discusses the issue of imposter syndrome among therapists, particularly those transitioning to offering intensive therapy sessions. Sharing personal experiences and insights from my coaching program, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and overcoming these feelings of inadequacy. The conversation explores the cultural and societal f...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share how shifting to EMDR intensives has not only transformed my therapy practice but also my life as a working parent. Balancing the demands of raising a family while running a private practice isn’t easy but EMDR intensives have given me the flexibility, scheduling freedom, and mental space I desperately needed. I reflect on the chal...

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today’s episode, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI and its impact on EMDR therapy, marketing, and private practice growth. I break down what EMDR therapists need to know about AI, including ethical considerations, leveraging AI for content creation, and staying ahead in an increasingly digital landscape. Topics covered: The role of AI in...

Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Curious how a therapist successfully navigates the shift to EMDR intensives, especially in a rural practice? Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Hannah Ciampini, an EMDR therapist and private practice owner. Hannah shares her journey from traditional therapy to offering EMDR intensives, including the challenges of marketing in a rural area, managing client expectations, and balanc...

Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Today, we’re diving into the paperwork side of EMDR intensives: the forms, documentation, and legal agreements that keep your practice running smoothly. I’ll show you how I streamline everything using my EHR, Jane, from intake paperwork to treatment plans and billing, so you can spend less time on admin and more time with clients. Topics Covered: Essential intake paperwork for EM...

Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Juliana Snapp, an EMDR therapist with a deep background in trauma-informed care. Juliana shares her journey from supporting survivors of torture and human trafficking to building a private practice in Washington, DC. We dive into the challenges of working with international clients, evolving her practice, and the transformative power of EMDR intensive...

Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I explain why trying to DIY your EMDR intensive practice is often the slowest and most frustrating route to success. From the emotional toll of figuring everything out on your own to the limitations of bootstrapping, I dive into why accountability, support, and collaboration are game-changers...

Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Mary Fleisch, LCSW, a Bay Area therapist specializing in EMDR therapy for survivors of complex trauma and adults from challenging family backgrounds. Mary shares how participating in the first cohort of my group program helped her successfully introduce EMDR intensives into her practice. We dive into practical strategies for structuring and implementi...

Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Feeling drained from back-to-back therapy sessions? In this case study episode, I chat with Sigridur Bjornsdottir, an EMDR therapist from Iceland, about her journey from traditional therapy burnout to implementing intensive EMDR sessions. Sigridur shares her experiences with trauma, the importance of slowing down in therapy, and how intensives can create a thriving, balanced practice without sacrificing client care. If you’re ready to ret...