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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

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

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

Part I: February 2-4, 2025
Part II: May 4-6, 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 2-3, 2025

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

March 11, 2025

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Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy

March 11-12, 2025

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Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy: Integrating EMDR Components

on-demand

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The Advanced Practice of EMDR (on-demand)

on-demand

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Empty Cradle, Broken Heart (on-demand)

on-demand

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NICU Parenting (on-demand)

on-demand

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EMDR Tune-Up (on-demand)

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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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Dragonfly Counseling and Consulting

Brittney Melton

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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

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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