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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interview Yesim Saldivia (Yish) who is a holistic trauma therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. She helps adults make sense of patterns like people-pleasing, hyper-independence, and feeling “high-functioning” on the outside but overwhelmed underneath. Her work integrates EMDR, IFS, inner child work, and somatic, nervous-system-based care to support healing that goes beyond insight and into lasting change. She also offers therapy intensives for those ready to move through deeper work in a more focused way. Warm, real and human-Yesim brings humor and honesty into the room while still making space for the deeper work. She is EMDR Certified, a Consultant-in-Training (soon to be Approved Consultant), offering individual and group EMDR consultation to therapists looking to deepen their skills and confidence. In her spare time she enjoys the outdoors, time with her family and friends, a good book/podcast and reality tv.

Topics covered:

• How Yesim got into EMDR therapy in 2007
• Transitioning from agency work to private practice for flexibility
• The role of therapy intensives in deep healing work
• Navigating client permission and resistance in parts work
• Conducting three-hour intensive sessions and their outcomes
• Bringing in IFS elements within EMDR sessions—approaches and challenges
• Explaining parts work to clients unfamiliar with the language
• Understanding client readiness and internal conflicts in parts work
• Navigating the online therapy community and personal branding
• Building a supportive network of therapist colleagues across the country
• Future plans: expanding intensives, retreats, and balancing work and life

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

Connect with Yesim:

• Instagram: @heal_with_yish
• Website: www.yesimsaldivia.com

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, it is part 2 where I discuss how therapists can transition from traditional weekly sessions to an intensive practice model. I share practical strategies for restructuring schedules, managing client transitions, and maintaining sustainability while enhancing clinical depth and work-life balance.

Topics covered:

• Introduction to EMDR Intensive Practices
• Transitioning to an Intensive Focused Practice
• Structuring Your Schedule for Success
• Managing Client Transitions
• Communicating Changes to Clients
• Navigating the Discomfort of Change
• Sustaining a New Practice Structure

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• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss how therapists can effectively transition to offering intensives in their practice, focusing on intensive structure, scheduling, pricing, and client fit. The episode highlights the importance of clear policies and the three-day intensive model for optimal client outcomes and practice sustainability.

Topics covered:

• Introduction to Practice Restructuring
• The Benefits of the Three-Day Intensive Model
• Consultation Calls: Assessing Fit and Readiness
• Establishing Clear Policies and Procedures

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• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interview Brent Gairy. Brent is a marketing strategist and founder of Gairy Consulting, where he helps founders and growing businesses turn their expertise into authority through SEO, AEO, and structured marketing systems. Acting as a fractional CMO, Brent focuses on building clear messaging, high converting websites, and content engines that drive long-term visibility and growth. His work sits at the intersection of strategy, design, and storytelling, helping clients move from scattered activity to intentional sustainable marketing.

Topics covered:

• Understanding SEO and AEO
• The Importance of Multi-Platform Presence
• Creating Content for Visibility and Authority
• The Process of Redesigning a Website
• Utilizing Video Content for Authenticity
• Balancing Human Touch with Algorithm Requirements
• Blogging for SEO and Engagement
• Optimizing Content for Search Engines
• The Importance of Local Backlinks
• Overcoming Visibility Challenges
• Authenticity in Marketing

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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Website: www.gairy.co/

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss how EMDR therapists can leverage guesting on podcasts to expand their professional network, attract clients, and promote their services effectively. I share practical tips on pitching, preparing, and maximizing podcast appearances for growth.

Topics covered:

• Introduction to Podcast Guesting as a Marketing Strategy
• Benefits of Podcast Guesting for Therapists
• Choosing the Right Podcasts to Pitch
• Leveraging Podcasts for Professional Networking
• Expanding Your Reach Through Local Podcasts
• Crafting the Perfect Podcast Pitch
• Preparing for Your Podcast Appearance
• Promoting Your Podcast Episode

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss newly released EMDRIA consultant standards, exploring their core principles, expectations, and the importance of cultural humility in consultation. The practice expectations for EMDR consultants, focusing on the distinctions between supervision and consultation, the roles and responsibilities during certification and training, and best practices for facilitating effective consultation groups.

Topics covered:

• Introduction to EMDRIA consultant standards and episode overview
• The role of inclusivity and cultural humility in EMDR consultations
• Roles and Responsibilities of EMDR Consultants
• Core Competencies for EMDR Consultants
• Teaching and Learning in EMDR Consultations
• Understanding Consultation Expectations
• The Role of the Consultant
• Consultation Process and Responsibilities
• Facilitating Group Consultations
• Evaluating Consultation Effectiveness
• Supporting Growth and Development

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• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. Today's episode responds to a question I got from an EMDR therapist who is dipping their toe into the world of intensives. This therapist wanted to know how to structure the initial 90 minute intake session, prior to the first intensive day.

The intensive structure I use is a 90 minute intake call, followed by 3 4 hour intensive days. I’ll tell you exactly what I do during those 90 minutes.

Topics covered:

• What to say during the initial 30 minute consult call
• Focus on treatment plan
• Using the intensive workbook
• How to structure a 90 min intake session - goals, pacing, and treatment planning

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• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss my journey to becoming an EMDR consultant, the updated standards for certification, and practical advice for therapists considering this path.

Topics covered:

• Updated EMDR consultant standards
• Pathway to certification and consultation
• Resources and support for EMDR consultants
• Benefits of becoming an EMDR consultant

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• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent

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