EMDR Preparation Checklist

Phase 2 readiness checklist. All items green before moving to Phase 3 targeting.

• Client can access calm/safe place under own power
• Container installed and functional
• Stop signal agreed
• Stabilization skills present (grounding, orienting, breath)
• Dual awareness maintained during affect
• Client understands the protocol
• Support system identified for between sessions
• Substance use / self-harm risk assessed
• Dissociation screened (DES-II or clinical)
• Consent for EMDR obtained