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Upcoming EMDR & Art Therapy Courses

In-person: London – September 5th–6th, 2025

Join our immersive three-day EMD-Art training in Thames side studios education space, London SE15. Designed for mental health professionals, these limited-space courses explore foundational to advanced applications of EMDR and Art Therapy.

Day 1 – September 5, 2025 (10:00 – 16:30)
Introduction to EMDR and how it can combine with Art Therapy. Focus on resourcing, theory, and core techniques. Open to qualified mental health professionals.
Fee: £347
Location: Thames-Side Studios Woolwich, Harrington Way, Warspite Rd, London SE18 5NR

Day 2 – September 6, 2025 (10:00 – 16:30)
For those who attended Day 1 or a previous EMDR Art Therapy course by Lee Anna. Dive deeper with more complex exercises, interweaves, and self-care for therapists. Includes full EMDR protocol with integrated art processes.
Fee: £347
Location: Thames-Side Studios Woolwich, Harrington Way, Warspite Rd, London SE18 5NR

Two-day bundle: £690

Day 3 – September 7, 2025 (11:00 – 15:00)
Introduction to Climbing Therapy at the Reach Climbing Wall. Ideal for climbing instructors but open to all. Contact to enquire.
Fee: £90 (excludes equipment hire & entrance fee)
Location: The Reach Climbing Wall - Unit 6, Mellish Industrial Estate, Harrington Way, London SE18 5NR

Lunch not provided. Cafes and picnic spaces available onsite. Each day includes a one-hour lunch break.

Online: EMD-Art Course – January 16, 17 & 19, 2026

10-hour online course across 3 sessions. Small group format (max 9 participants), offering practical integration of EMDR and Art Therapy.

Schedule: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (UK Time)

CPD: Typically awards 9 EMDR UK CPD points (TBC) and 10 CPD hours

To book: email info@socialarttherapy.com

See past course details: EMD-Art 2025

About the Course

Course Details

This course blends EMDR with Art Therapy to deepen interventions and client outcomes. Small group format (max 10) for interactive learning.

Ideal for EMDR therapists, art therapists, and practitioners interested in integrative methods. Led by Lee Anna Simmons (EMDR Europe accredited Consultant, HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist).

Includes foundational concepts: relaxation, resourcing, bilateral stimulation with art, Flash/Blink technique, and walking methods. Covers history taking, boundaries, and ethical discussions.

This course does not qualify you as an EMDR or Art Therapist but offers ethical applications of integrated techniques.

An in-person EMDR & Art Therapy course in Greenwich, London on September 5th & 6th, 2025. Limited to 10 participants per day, this hands-on experience offers deep learning and practical applications. This will be at the long standing base of Social Art Therapy, at the Education Space, Thames-Side Studios, SE15 5NR and The Reach Climbing Wall - Unit 6, Mellish Industrial Estate, Harrington Way, London SE18 5NR

EMDR’s 8-phase protocol is explored through an art lens, including interweaves, vicarious trauma, and therapist self-care.

CPD Credits: 10 hours Art Therapy / Psychotherapy CPD, 9 EMDR UK & Europe CPD points (TBC)

Total Price: £347 per day; £690 for Days 1 & 2; £90 for Day 3 (excl. climbing gear & entrance)

Contact: info@socialarttherapy.com

The Team

Lee Simmons

Lee is an EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant working with adults and children, HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist and qualified climbing instructor, with a long-standing independent art practice.

Vickie Le Sache

Vickie has experience working as a psychological therapist in adult forensic secure units and prisons (London)... she manages the art psychotherapy department, incorporating EMDR into her programmes. HCPC registered, member of EMDR Association UK.

Sophia Hafslund

Sophia is a drama therapist and EMDR therapist with NHS and educational experience. Member of Badth, EMDR Association UK, and HCPC registered.

Chloé Smith

Chloé is an Art Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist working in a medium-secure forensic unit. Member of EMDR Association UK and HCPC registered.

Ina Havaraj

Ina is a trainee psychologist and international mountain guide, fluent in three languages, with deep understanding of EMDR & Art Therapy and the therapeutic power of walking in nature.

Stephanie Knibbe

Stephanie Knibbe is a yogi with advanced breath work, photographer and band manager. On leaving the Vortex Jazz Club which she managed, and on her return to France, she was described as sorely missed and ‘a highly effective organizing wheel on the London Jazz scene for the past five years’, by London Jazz News.

Toby Tiger

Toby Tiger is an Albanian village dog turned adventure pup / therapy dog who has supported every SA&T course since 2022, with perfectly timed cameos. He also supported online and in-person therapy sessions including climbing therapy when the location permits and there are no dog allergies. One client had a fear of dogs, which we cured (using EMDR) as a priority and he then joined the sessions, with a positive impact. In therapy reviews Toby has on more than one occasion, received top place in client reviews.

Participant Reviews

“This training definitely deepened my existing knowledge of using EMDR with children.”

“As someone new to EMDR, I appreciated the clarity and depth of explanation.”

“The training created a safe space where I felt confident to share ideas, ask questions, and explore the application of new techniques.”