EMDR

When Things Begin to Make Sense.

EMDR has become the foundation of my work because it continues to deepen the way I understand healing. Today, that work includes therapy, consultation, and EMDR training, each grounded in the same belief that meaningful change begins with understanding, curiosity, and respect for the mind’s capacity to heal.

    
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   Ivelisse Ares 
 June 20, 2025
 
 
   Ms. Elena is a fantastic EMDR therapist and consultant. I did my consultation hours with her, I learned so much from her and I feel confident on using my skills.
  
 
 
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   Fayge Lisbon 
 March 19, 2025
 
 
   I highly recommend Elena Engle as an EMDR supervisor. Her expertise, guidance, and support have been invaluable in my growth as a clinician. She creates a thoughtful and encouraging space for learning, offering insightful feedback and practical strategies that enhance both skill and confidence. Her deep understanding of EMDR and commitment to ethical, effective practice makes her an outstanding mentor. Grateful for her support!
  
 
 
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   Jennifer FREEL 
 March 6, 2025
 
 
   Elena is phenomenal at putting you at ease as you integrate EMDR into your practice. She is flexible, fair, and easy to work with. Elena is incredibly knowledgeable about EMDR. She will patiently listen, helping guide you through when you feel stuck. She is generous with her time, helping newcomers navigate their cases. It was a pleasure to work with her and I look forward to using her help in the future.
  
 
 
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   Kevin Berry 
 January 26, 2025
 
 
   Elena is absolutely amazing. She was my consultation supervisor and one of my trainers for EMDR. Her knowledge, support, and practice of EMDR were excellent throughout the experience. I couldn’t have asked for a better mentor during the process. She was always flexible and understanding regarding changes in schedule, and she always took the time to listen, and responded with clear and relevant answers. Her insights and direction helped me and the rest of the consultation group to take in new perspectives, and refine our skills as we explored how to best help our clients.
  
 
 
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   Amanda Hendrix 
 January 20, 2025
 
 
   I can't recommend Elena highly enough as an EMDR consultant. Her knowledge and expertise with EMDR coupled with her positive energy and genuine care for my cases makes her unmatched. Elena provides incredible feedback and guidance while also taking a collaborative approach within the group meetings to help everyone’s overall understanding of EMDR and get insight from others. From the training to the consult calls, Elena has been an incredible consultant in supporting my goals as a clinician and encouraging me to “go with that.” I always felt more confident and ready to serve my clients better after each session.
  
 
 
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   haylee fields 
 January 17, 2025
 
 
   Elena is a great teacher and mentor. She has provided fantastic feedback that has helped me grow in EMDR and as a therapist in general. I am very grateful to have had her guidance and input throughout my EMDR journey.
  
 
 
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   Twyla Sanks 
 January 4, 2025
 
 
   I cannot thank Ms. Elena Engle enough for her support and encouragement provided during my Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) training and supervision. The training was phenomenal as was the Dr. Andrew Dobo team.  I left the trainings with knowledge, skills, and  experiences that I was able to use right away in my own private practice sessions.  Ms. Engle was patient and never left a question unanswered.  I am so glad that I completed this EMDR certification training with this team of trainers and supervisors.
Thanks again! Twyla
  
 
 
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   Jordan Backstrom 
 December 22, 2024
 
 
   Elena is wonderful! I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional guidance and support provided by Elena during my additional 10 hours of EMDRIA consultation. Her expertise and dedication to the EMDR process have been invaluable in enhancing my skills and confidence as a practitioner.

Elena's deep understanding of EMDR therapy, coupled with her patient and insightful approach, created a learning environment that was both supportive and enriching. She consistently offered constructive feedback and practical advice, tailored to my individual needs, which significantly contributed to my professional growth.

Her ability to foster a safe and open space for discussion allowed me to explore complex cases and refine my techniques with greater clarity and assurance. Elena's passion for EMDR is truly inspiring, and her commitment to her role as a consultant is evident in the quality of her mentorship.

I wholeheartedly recommend Elena to anyone seeking EMDR consultation. Her professionalism, warmth, and expertise make her an outstanding consultant and a true asset to the EMDR community. I am most appreciative!
  
 
 
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   Taylor Oberhelman-McLeod 
 September 17, 2024
 
 
   I have had the privilege of being mentored by Elena Engle as my EMDR mentor, and I cannot recommend her enough. She is compassionate, deeply knowledgeable, and truly invested in the growth of her mentees. Elena is incredibly dedicated and goes above and beyond, consistently researching and providing additional information to help her supervisees understand and master the material for their specific client population. Her support and expertise have been invaluable to my development as an EMDR trained clinician.
  
 
 
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   Dr. Aimee Dispoto 
 May 10, 2024
 
 
   Elena was exceptional during my basic EMDR training for levels one and two. Her expertise and professionalism shone through in every follow-up consultation call. Elena's responsiveness, stellar listening skills, and constructive feedback were invaluable. Her natural warmth and humor made every interaction enjoyable and enriching.

Meet Elena Engle

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Understanding changes the way we approach healing.

    
   23 reviews  
 
  
    
        Posted on Google  
   
   Ivelisse Ares 
 June 20, 2025
 
 
   Ms. Elena is a fantastic EMDR therapist and consultant. I did my consultation hours with her, I learned so much from her and I feel confident on using my skills.
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Fayge Lisbon 
 March 19, 2025
 
 
   I highly recommend Elena Engle as an EMDR supervisor. Her expertise, guidance, and support have been invaluable in my growth as a clinician. She creates a thoughtful and encouraging space for learning, offering insightful feedback and practical strategies that enhance both skill and confidence. Her deep understanding of EMDR and commitment to ethical, effective practice makes her an outstanding mentor. Grateful for her support!
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Jennifer FREEL 
 March 6, 2025
 
 
   Elena is phenomenal at putting you at ease as you integrate EMDR into your practice. She is flexible, fair, and easy to work with. Elena is incredibly knowledgeable about EMDR. She will patiently listen, helping guide you through when you feel stuck. She is generous with her time, helping newcomers navigate their cases. It was a pleasure to work with her and I look forward to using her help in the future.
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Kevin Berry 
 January 26, 2025
 
 
   Elena is absolutely amazing. She was my consultation supervisor and one of my trainers for EMDR. Her knowledge, support, and practice of EMDR were excellent throughout the experience. I couldn’t have asked for a better mentor during the process. She was always flexible and understanding regarding changes in schedule, and she always took the time to listen, and responded with clear and relevant answers. Her insights and direction helped me and the rest of the consultation group to take in new perspectives, and refine our skills as we explored how to best help our clients.
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Amanda Hendrix 
 January 20, 2025
 
 
   I can't recommend Elena highly enough as an EMDR consultant. Her knowledge and expertise with EMDR coupled with her positive energy and genuine care for my cases makes her unmatched. Elena provides incredible feedback and guidance while also taking a collaborative approach within the group meetings to help everyone’s overall understanding of EMDR and get insight from others. From the training to the consult calls, Elena has been an incredible consultant in supporting my goals as a clinician and encouraging me to “go with that.” I always felt more confident and ready to serve my clients better after each session.
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   haylee fields 
 January 17, 2025
 
 
   Elena is a great teacher and mentor. She has provided fantastic feedback that has helped me grow in EMDR and as a therapist in general. I am very grateful to have had her guidance and input throughout my EMDR journey.
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Twyla Sanks 
 January 4, 2025
 
 
   I cannot thank Ms. Elena Engle enough for her support and encouragement provided during my Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) training and supervision. The training was phenomenal as was the Dr. Andrew Dobo team.  I left the trainings with knowledge, skills, and  experiences that I was able to use right away in my own private practice sessions.  Ms. Engle was patient and never left a question unanswered.  I am so glad that I completed this EMDR certification training with this team of trainers and supervisors.
Thanks again! Twyla
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Jordan Backstrom 
 December 22, 2024
 
 
   Elena is wonderful! I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional guidance and support provided by Elena during my additional 10 hours of EMDRIA consultation. Her expertise and dedication to the EMDR process have been invaluable in enhancing my skills and confidence as a practitioner.

Elena's deep understanding of EMDR therapy, coupled with her patient and insightful approach, created a learning environment that was both supportive and enriching. She consistently offered constructive feedback and practical advice, tailored to my individual needs, which significantly contributed to my professional growth.

Her ability to foster a safe and open space for discussion allowed me to explore complex cases and refine my techniques with greater clarity and assurance. Elena's passion for EMDR is truly inspiring, and her commitment to her role as a consultant is evident in the quality of her mentorship.

I wholeheartedly recommend Elena to anyone seeking EMDR consultation. Her professionalism, warmth, and expertise make her an outstanding consultant and a true asset to the EMDR community. I am most appreciative!
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Taylor Oberhelman-McLeod 
 September 17, 2024
 
 
   I have had the privilege of being mentored by Elena Engle as my EMDR mentor, and I cannot recommend her enough. She is compassionate, deeply knowledgeable, and truly invested in the growth of her mentees. Elena is incredibly dedicated and goes above and beyond, consistently researching and providing additional information to help her supervisees understand and master the material for their specific client population. Her support and expertise have been invaluable to my development as an EMDR trained clinician.
  
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Dr. Aimee Dispoto 
 May 10, 2024
 
 
   Elena was exceptional during my basic EMDR training for levels one and two. Her expertise and professionalism shone through in every follow-up consultation call. Elena's responsiveness, stellar listening skills, and constructive feedback were invaluable. Her natural warmth and humor made every interaction enjoyable and enriching.

Some of the most meaningful moments in my career have come from watching understanding replace uncertainty.

EMDR continues to shape the way I think about healing and has become the foundation of my work as a therapist, consultant, and EMDRIA Approved Trainer.

Helping people discover that what once felt complicated can begin to make sense continues to be one of the most rewarding parts of my work.

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Explore Elena's Work

Three ways to engage with EMDR, each shaped by the same thoughtful approach to healing, learning, and growth.

01 EMDR Basic Training

Learn EMDR through foundational training with EMDR Educators, where Elena teaches clinicians how to build confidence, competence, and lasting understanding from the very beginning.

02 EMDR Consulting

Develop greater confidence, clinical clarity, and trust in your own judgment through consultation designed to support therapists at every stage of their EMDR journey.

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03 EMDR Therapy

Healing begins with understanding. Elena’s therapy practice offers a thoughtful, individualized approach to EMDR for those seeking meaningful and lasting change.

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Testimonials

Elena has put much effort into developing her EMDR therapy skills. She is one of the most passionate consultees I have ever worked with. She is excited, curious and hardworking, always wanting to know and learn more.

Elena has an adherence to the basic EMDR protocol. She has a clear and thorough understanding of the three-pronged approach and eight-phase model. She has a keen therapeutic intuition and is quick to think through clinical problems. Elena understands the ethics, legal issues, in general but also specific to EMDR. She has demonstrated a keen ability to develop the therapeutic alliance with her patients and has a calm reassuring manner about herself. I give my highest recommendation to Elena Engle.

— Andrew J Dobo Psy.D, EMDR Educators

"Elena is phenomenal at putting you at ease as you integrate EMDR into your practice. She is flexible, fair, and easy to work with. Elena is incredibly knowledgeable about EMDR. She will patiently listen, helping guide you through when you feel stuck. She is generous with her time, helping newcomers navigate their cases. It was a pleasure to work with her and I look forward to using her help in the future.“

— Jennifer, Well Space Holistic Therapy

“ Elena's compassion, curiosity, and collaborative spirit are some of the many qualities that shine through her as both a professional and colleague. During my time as a supervisee, I enjoyed working with her as she provided insightful feedback and practical ways to tweak my practice/skills as an EMDR therapist. I'm truly blessed to have met her through Dr. Andrew Dobo's phenomenal EMDR training! Recommend 100/10 haha”

—Italia Bustamente

Elena displays a keen sense of clinical expertise utilizing EMDR and practices from a place of strong professionalism, ethics, and empathy. Her passion and expertise for EMDR is motivating to witness. Observing Elena’s success in treating clients through EMDR inspired me to complete my own EMDR training with Dr. Andrew Dobo.

Without witnessing Elena’s passion and success in treating clients with EMDR, I am uncertain I would be an EMDR practitioner today. Her feedback has been imperative to my own development in incorporating EMDR within my practice. Elena has been able to assist me in identifying various ways to help me assist my own clients in lowering their subjective units of disturbance in circumstances where progress seemed to be at a standstill. She has helped me formulate a way to communicate risks associated with EMDR to my own clients, specifically the life changing impact EMDR can have on client relationships and sense of self. Elena has a sharp instinct and clinical eye for identifying ways to help even the most challenging of clients move forward.
— K.S.

Elena Engle is a wonderful example of a competent and compassionate mental health professional. Her clinical expertise and ability to connect with clients is truly remarkable. I have collaborated with Elena and witnessed her consistently go above and beyond to provide high-quality care, demonstrate empathy, and help clients navigate through their challenges effectively. She is an excellent communicator, which is evident in her ability to effectively convey complex ideas and build positive relationships with colleagues and clients. Another thing I respect about Elena is her consistent engagement in self-reflection and professional growth, seeking opportunities for self-improvement and the enhancement of her clinical skills.
—A.G.

“Elena provides an invaluable service to her clients so they can be empowered to live happy and fulfilled lives. I would highly recommend her therapy and EDMR services to anyone. This mode of therapy coupled with Ms. Engle's expertise has changed my life for the better in a short amount of time!”

—Former Client (Last session was December 2023).

*Client provided consent for testimonial use, but did not want name or initials released.

Elena has truly been everything a newly trained EMDR clinician needs to navigate the path toward success after training.I am eternally grateful for her guidance, support, and generosity in sharing her knowledge. It has made a meaningful difference in my confidence and growth as a clinician.

1 – Totally Disagree, 5 – Totally Agree

The consultant provided appropriate feedback 5
The consultant was supportive and respectful 5
The consultant was encouraging 5
The consultant was well prepared 5
The consultant was clear in his/her explanations 5
The consultant was responsive to questions 5
The consultant was considerate throughout 5
The consultant was professional 5

Consultant’s overall rating 5+++

— Eric E.

Conversations About EMDR

Thoughts for therapists, students, and anyone curious about how healing happens.

Trusting the Process vs. Abandoning Clinical Thinking

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | September 29, 2026 | EMDR Consulting | 0 Comments

"Trust the process.” It's a phrase we hear often in EMDR. And I understand why. There is something remarkable about watching a client make a connection neither of you could have predicted. An image shifts. An earlier memory emerges. A belief changes....

The Difference Between a Map and a Maze

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | September 15, 2026 | EMDR Therapy | 0 Comments

Therapists like maps. We learn theories, frameworks, protocols, and models that help us organize complex information. We look for patterns. We develop clinical formulations. We try to understand where we've been, where we are, and where we might be...

Learning the Client’s Language

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | September 1, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

Every client walks into therapy with a language of their own. Not necessarily a different vocabulary, but a particular way of describing their experiences. Certain words repeat. Images appear. Metaphors emerge. A phrase that seems ordinary at first ...

When More History Isn’t More Helpful

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | August 18, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

Here's something many EMDR therapists recognize: A client knows something is important, but they can't quite explain why. They may have an image that keeps returning. A reaction that feels bigger than the present moment. A sense that something is...

When the Therapist Isn’t Ready

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | August 4, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

Readiness for EMDR reprocessing is often framed as something the client either has or doesn’t. But the longer I’ve done this work, the clearer it’s become that readiness is shared. EMDR asks something of the therapist’s nervous system too, and there are moments when...

When Readiness Was Never Built

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | July 21, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

Not every nervous system arrives in therapy with the same developmental foundation. Some clients are not unready because something went wrong recently, but because certain capacities were never fully built in the first place. When we think about readiness for EMDR...

When There Isn’t Room to Continue

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | July 7, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

EMDR doesn’t unfold in a single moment. It asks for space. For continuity. For the nervous system to return, again and again, to what has been opened and to carry that movement forward. When that space isn’t available, readiness becomes more fragile than it first...

When Healing Threatens Identity

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | June 23, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

Not all hesitation around healing comes from fear of pain. Sometimes it comes from fear of loss. When symptoms, diagnoses, or trauma narratives have shaped how a person understands themselves, healing can feel less like relief and more like a threat to coherence....

Why Rapport is Non-Negotiable in EMDR

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | June 16, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

1.The client needs to feel comfortable with the possibility of experiencing high levels of vulnerability. I used to say EMDR therapy is not for the faint at heart because it asks clients to approach memories, emotions, and beliefs they may have spent years...

When the Environment Isn’t Safe

by Elena Engle, LMHC-S | June 9, 2026 | EMDR Skills | 0 Comments

EMDR assumes something that often goes unspoken: that the nervous system has at least some opportunity to settle. When a client is living in an environment that is actively threatening, coercive, or unpredictable, that assumption no longer holds. Readiness for EMDR...

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