Designed for: EMDR-trained clinicians, consultees, and supervisors
Use this tool to: Sequence targets from past to present, integrate symptom clusters, and plan EMDR processing order
About Cannon Psychology, Inc.: APA-approved sponsor providing evidence-based EMDR continuing education, treatment planning tools, and clinician resources.
About the Worksheet
This clinician worksheet provides a structured method for sequencing EMDR targets based on clinical readiness, symptom relief, and the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model. Drawing on frameworks by Shapiro, Leeds, and de Jongh, it helps therapists cluster related targets and determine an appropriate order of processing—from foundational experiences to recent triggers and future templates. The format supports documentation and supervision, promoting ethical, phase-appropriate treatment planning that minimizes client overwhelm while maximizing integration and stability. For professional use only. This tool is not a substitute for supervision or consultation.