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ABOUT US

EMPOWERING PRACTITIONERS

The Touchstone Institute offers dynamic training and clinical consultation to mental health professionals looking to deepen their practice. Widely recognized for our collaborative approach to education, we offer unique specialization in perinatal health, EMDR training, and trauma-focused treatment techniques.

Community-minded and forward-thinking, we work hard to give practitioners the tools they need to expand their horizons, sharpen their skills, and build meaningful and responsive relationships with their clients.

TOUCHSTONE TRAININGS

November 12th, 2024

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Ethical Inclusion in Perinatal Mental Healthcare

November 17th - 19th, 2024

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EMDR Fundamentals

December 3, 2024

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Constant Installation of Present Orientation to Safety (CIPOS)

January 13, 2025

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Body Image and Perinatal Considerations

January 26th - November 2nd, 2025 (every four weeks)

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Perinatal Crisis and Beyond: A Trauma-Focused Comprehensive

January 28th - November 4th, 2025 (every four weeks)

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Perinatal Crisis and Beyond: A Trauma-Focused Comprehensive for EMDR Practitioners

Part I: February 2nd - 4th, 2025 & Part II: May 4th - 6th, 2025

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Foundational EMDR Training (Parts 1 and 2)

February 23-24, 2025

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EMDR Through an Anti-Oppression Lens

March 2nd - 3rd, 2024

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Termination for Medical Reasons: A Clinical Guide (March 2025)

March 11th, 2025

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Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy

March 11th - 12th, 2025

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Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy: Integrating EMDR Components

ON-DEMAND

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Understanding the Neurodiversity Affirming Philosophy of Care (self-paced)

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Holistic training and consultation for perinatal practitioners

The Touchstone

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WELCOME

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CONSULTATION

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RESOURCES

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THERAPIST NETWORK

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Sarah Goldman PhD, PLLC

Sarah B. Goldman

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Curious Presence, LLC

Anna Pemberton

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UpSpring Therapy

Bethany Smith

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Rachel Diamond, PLLC

Rachel Diamond

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Resilient Roots Health

Colleen Bartruff

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Bloom Counseling

Alexa Stern

Consultation is an essential aspect of development as a practitioner. The Touchstone Institute has curated a dynamic network of clinicians, that serve as mentors throughout the training process. We will work with you to find a support team that most benefits your consultation needs. Consultants specialize in birthing trauma, gender expansiveness in the birthing realm, perinatal OCD, fertility, and many, many other specialties.

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CONSULTATION

Explore our curated library of resources and learn more about the evidence-based practices that inform our training programs and clinical work. Always expanding, this diverse collection of media and scholarship contains books, podcasts, and videos that speak to the evolving needs of the perinatal community.

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RESOURCES

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GET IN TOUCH

The Touchstone Team is committed to building strong, equitable mental health training programs. Driven by a passion for community and collaboration, we are always excited to make connections, and explore new opportunities. Reach out to discuss projects, share resources, and find support.

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