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Faculty

EMDIR faculty are experts in their fields and have exceptional ability to convey the EMDIR protocols, engage with the trainees in consultation sessions, and supervise the treatment sessions with compassionate integrity.

EMDIR

EMDIR faculty are experts in their fields and have exceptional ability to convey the EMDIR protocols, engage with the trainees in consultation sessions, and supervise the treatment sessions with compassionate integrity. Trainees consistently praise our programs, noting the smooth integration of EMDIR into their professional practice, significantly enhancing and refining the impact of their therapeutic interventions.

Our faculty will guide you in the various ways that you can effectively integrate EMDIR with your clients. Their advice and supervision will enhance your therapeutic interventions and enhance the impact of your therapy, paving the way for profound professional growth and success in EMDIR therapys. guiadvice and supervision

Norman Goldwasser

Dr. Norman Goldwasser

Dr. Norman Goldwasser Ph.D. is an internationally renowned psychologist from Miami Beach, Florida, who holds aย  and Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Masters Degree in Industrial / Organizational Psychology from the Medical College of Virginia.

Dr. Goldwasser has been a featured speaker throughout the world, having traveled to Israel, Australia, South Africa, Hong Kong, England, Italy, and Denmark, as well as throughout North America to speak on a range of topics involving Torah and psychology. His area of expertise includes trauma, child sexual abuse, marital and family therapy, OCD, and personality disorders.

Dr. Goldwasser’s published his first book, Breaking the Mirror-Overcoming Narcissism/ How to Achieve Successful Relationships, a self-help book for people with narcissistic personality traits. He is about to publish his second book, CQ: The Changeability Quotient – How Changeable are You and How Can You Improve Your Ability to Change?
He has also consulted and served as an executive coach for numerous corporations, organizations, and schools.

Dr. Goldwasser has almost 30 years of training and clinical experience using EMDR and dealing with trauma victims in the United States, and has been volunteering to treat soldiers and their families in Israel since October 7, 2023D

Phyllis Krug Ph.D.

Dr. Phyllis Krug

Dr. Phyllis Krug DPT, MS,PT. is a physical therapist with a doctorate from Rutgers University and Masters in Physical Therapy from Columbia University, with a specialty in Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy.

Dr. Krug has published in several text books and in the Journal of Holistic Nursing.

With over 40 years experience in the mind/body therapies including craniosacral therapy, integrative manual therapy, visceral mobilization, and energy medicine, Dr. Krug’s practice is holistic and integrative in nature. She has many years of experience presenting at various conferences and workshops in the United States, England, and Australia.

Dr. Krug presently works with the Yuri Shtern Center in providing care in the Out patient Oncology Department in Sharei Tzedek Medical Center. Since the breakout of war in Israel in October 2023, her healing energies has been directed largely toward the war effort focusing on treatment for soldiers, families and communities.

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Testimonials

Read What Our Trainees Say about our Training!

Dr. Goldwasser’s EMDR training provides a solid background, both theoretical and practical. Excellently crafted and taught, he has significantly enhanced my energy Craniosacral “trauma release on the table”. What I call the Goldwasser Method fits in perfectly with adaptations of Levine and Porges et al. Chayalim shake their heads from instant relief too BH.

Sandra Schechter

Sandra Schechter: Craniosacral therapy (CST) Therapist

I want to both commend and congratulate Doctor Norman Goldwasser for his professional presentation and introduction into the intriguing world of EMDR. His vast knowledge, extensive experience and affable manner provided me, as a clinical psychologist, both a theoretical underpinning as well as practical tools which can be applied immediately in working with a distressed and traumatized population.

John Krug

Rabbi Dr. John Krug: Psychologist

Thank you Dr Goldwasser for an interesting workshop! It was well organized and made a great introduction into EMDR.
I was grateful for the opportunity to learn from Dr. Goldwasser’s experience and extensive knowledge. There was a lot of information that was presented in a clear and organized way. A practice session was included, so that the information we received was directly put to use. I would certainly like to get a deeper knowledge of EMDR.

Irit Kabri Lev

Irit Kabiri Lan, reflexologist & Cranio Sacral Therapist

Dr. Goldwasser created an excellent introduction and was very charismatic and knowledgeable. There was a great comradery from beginning to end of the day….the expertise and enthusiasm of Dr. Goldwasser did pique my interest. I was very grateful for the knowledge he imparted.
Sharon Shani

Sharon Shani: BodyWork Therapist

Dr. Goldwasser was very professional, projected excellent knowledge of the subject, displayed confidence, and used examples to help us understand the material…. I would love to attend additional EMDR training sessions with Dr. Goldwasser.
Ivonne Geldman

Ivonne Geldman: Clinical Social Worker

I was so inspired by the session we had with Dr. Goldwasser. He was proffesional, approachable, and gave over the information in a clear, organized fashion. He clearly has a true passion for his area of expertise and inspired me to research more about EMDR. I feel very fortunate to have learned from him and I look forward to paying it forward as he so graciously did for our group.
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Yoninah Blumenthal: Occupational Therapist