Our Rescue is accepting applications from licensed and license-eligible mental health clinicians to participate in a 2026 Nationwide EMDR Training Initiative, expanding nationwide access to trauma-informed mental health care for survivors of human trafficking and child exploitation.
Our Rescue’s mission is to end human trafficking and child exploitation while empowering survivors to reclaim their lives. This initiative seeks to expand specialized, survivor-centered mental health services by increasing the number of clinicians trained to provide Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for survivors of human trafficking and commercial exploitation.
Selected clinicians will receive a full scholarship to complete EMDR training and consultation while joining a national network of providers committed to increasing survivor access to trauma-informed care.
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Scholarship Includes
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Required Prerequisite Training with Our Rescue — a 3-hour virtual training on the dynamics of human trafficking and child exploitation, to be completed on or before October 9, 2026.
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5-Day EMDR Training (virtual) with EMDRIA-Approved Trainer and Consultant, October 19–23, 2026.
- 20 hours of didactic instruction
- 20 hours of supervised practicum
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10 Hours of Weekly Group EMDR Consultation (October – December 2026; one hour per week, Monday–Friday session options).
- Group consultation to support clinical implementation of EMDR with trafficking and exploitation survivors.
- Specialized focus on treating complex trauma and trafficking survivors.
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5 Hours of Monthly Group EMDR Consultation (January – May 2027; one hour per month).
- Ongoing support to strengthen clinical practice and sustainability.
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Our Rescue Survivor Care Network.
- Listing in the Our Rescue Mental Health Provider Directory.
- Opportunities to receive referrals from Our Rescue and partner organizations.
Important Dates
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Applications OpenAugust 1, 2026
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Application DeadlineAugust 31, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)
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Award NotificationsSeptember 19, 2026 (by email to applicants)
Program Timeline
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October 9, 2026Our Rescue Prerequisite Training (3-hour virtual training on dynamics of human trafficking and child exploitation)
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October 19–23, 2026EMDRIA-Approved 5-Day EMDR Training (virtual)
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October–December 2026Weekly 1-hour group consultation (10 hours total; Monday–Friday session options)
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January–May 2027Monthly 1-hour group consultation (5 hours total)
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Hold an active clinical license or be license eligible in their state.
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Participate in ongoing clinical supervision and consultation.
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Commit to serving survivors of human trafficking and exploitation.
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Be willing and able to offer telehealth services when clinically appropriate, to expand access for survivors in underserved or rural communities.
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Accept referrals from Our Rescue and be listed in Our Rescue’s directory.
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Submit a completed Organizational Commitment and Participation Agreement signed by a clinical supervisor, organizational leader, or practice owner with authority to bind the organization.
Preference may be given to applicants who serve rural or otherwise underserved communities or provide services in languages other than English.
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Current Resume/CV.
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Proof of Professional Qualifications (proof of highest degree earned for license-eligible applicants, or proof of current clinical licensure for licensed applicants).
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Completed and signed Organizational Commitment and Participation Agreement. A template is available for download within the application. The Agreement must be signed by a clinical supervisor, organizational leader, or practice owner with legal authority to bind the organization.
Join the Movement
By expanding the number of clinicians trained to provide EMDR therapy, Our Rescue’s Nationwide EMDR Training Initiative will increase access to specialized trauma treatment for survivors of human trafficking and exploitation across the United States.
Together, we can expand access to care, support healing, and empower survivors on their path to recovery.
