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EMDR Preparation Checklist

Phase 2 readiness — all green before Phase 3

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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

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