Becoming an AEDP Certified Therapist
Learn. Practice. Demonstrate.
Becoming an AEDP Certified Therapist is a developmental process that integrates training, supervision, and demonstrated clinical competence
Learn. Practice. Demonstrate.
Learn the Model: complete the required certification courses
Build a strong foundation through core courses—Immersion, Essential Skills, and Advanced Skills—along with supervision. You will develop:
- A deep understanding of AEDP theory
- Fluency in clinical maps
- Skill in core interventions
Practice with Support: complete the required supervision
Supervision is where the model comes alive. In supervision, you will:
- Translate theory into real clinical work
- Strengthen moment-to-moment tracking and responsiveness
- Deepen attunement to your clients—and to yourself
- Experience the presence and co-regulation central to AEDP
View the Supervision page for more information
Demonstrate Competence: complete the recorded sessions and written work
Certification is achieved by demonstrating your clinical effectiveness through recorded sessions and written work. You will show the ability to:
- Stay emotionally present and regulated
- Facilitate core affect and transformational change
- Apply interventions with flexibility and precision
- Repair ruptures and deepen the therapeutic process
Certification is not about checking boxes—it is about
Be Certification-Ready (achieve Level 3)
After achieving level 3 by completing all required courses and Supervision, you are considered certification-ready.
Click here to verify your AEDP level.
Select a Certification Supervisor
Certification Supervisor Requirements
Your Certification Supervisor must be either a Faculty Member or a Certified Supervisor.
A minimum of 10 hours of individual supervision is required with a Certification Supervisor who will support you in developing your certification package and determining your readiness for review.
Please note that 10 hours is considered a starting point. Readiness is determined by your supervisor based on your clinical integration, transformational process work, and overall clinical presence. For many candidates, additional supervision may be recommended before submission.
Two-Supervisor Requirement
Candidates must have worked with at least two different supervisors during their AEDP training process.
If you completed Level 3 with only one supervisor, your Certification Supervisor must be someone new. This supports a broader and more enriched learning experience.
Submit Certification Application
Complete the application with your certification supervisor (signature and commitment verification needed)
Eligible Supervisors: Faculty Members and Certified Supervisors
Supervisors in Training are not eligible.
Submit Your Certification Package
- Your supervisor submits a letter of recommendation
- You will receive a Dropbox link to upload your materials
Before submitting:
Confirm all materials meet guidelines
Label all files clearly
Ensure transcripts and video timestamps match
The Review Process
Two certified reviewers independently assess your work
Materials are evaluated using AEDP certification standards
You will receive your results within 8–10 weeks
If additional work is needed, your supervisor will guide you.
Helpful Resources
AEDP Levels Defined for Certification. Click Here
Certification Application: Access the application to begin your certification. Click here
Supervision Information: Learn about choosing a supervisor and seeking supervision. Click here
Video Recording Recommendations: Click here
Video Recording Consent Form: Click here
Guidelines for Therapist Certification: Comprehensive instructions for therapist certification. Click here