A therapist’s AEDP Level as listed in our directory indicates that they’ve completed the training, supervision and/or certification review as described below. If you are an AEDP trained therapist and want to change your Level in our directory, please contact us at admin@aedpinstitute.org
AEDP Level Definitions
The following AEDP Level descriptions apply to the vast majority of AEDP therapists. Exceptions are occasionally made for therapists with exceptional training experiences.
Level 1 AEDP therapists have completed one major AEDP training: Immersion. Important note: As of 2021, Immersion is a prerequisite to ES1.
Level 2 AEDP therapists have completed two major AEDP trainings: Immersion PLUS either Essential Skills (ES1) or a Supervision Option: Core Training or 30 hours Group Supervision or 20 hours Individual Supervision.
Level 3 AEDP therapists have completed Immersion AND one Supervision Option: Core Training or 30 hours Group Supervision or 20 hours Individual Supervision, PLUS any 2 of the following:
– Essential Skills (ES1),
– 5 Advanced Skills Modules (ASM)- equivalent to a full retreat style ES2
– Core Training,
– 30 hours Group Supervision,
– 20 hours Individual Supervision
Certified AEDP Therapists are licensed (or equivalent) clinicians who have completed Level 3 and the AEDP Certification process.
Certified AEDP Therapist & Supervisor: an AEDP Certified Therapist who has completed an additional review process to become a Certified AEDP Supervisor.