Getting to the Heart of Intimacy: Deepening Relationships for Latino Men in Couples Work with EMDR

With Robert Manrique LICSW

Overview


This training explores the intersection of trauma, patriarchal socialization, and mental health among Latino men. Drawing from culturally responsive frameworks and the work of Gabor Maté, Terry Real, and Jackson Katz, participants will examine the unique mental health needs of Latino men, including the role of masculinity, relational patterns, and intergenerational trauma. Special focus will be given to trauma treatment strategies, including the application of EMDR Therapy in culturally attuned ways.

Participants will leave equipped with culturally grounded tools to engage Latino men in therapy with compassion, accountability, and effectiveness, whether in individual, couples, or family settings.

This program is intended for Doctorate Level and Master Level Psychologists, LMFT, LMHC, LPC, LISW, LMSW and other Master Level Mental Health Practitioners who have successfully completed an EMDR Basic Training

Course Outline

October 3, 2025

In Person & Live Virtual Program

Held in person at MOSAIC Family Counseling Center Inc.

6200 Aurora Ave, Suite 305E

Urbandale, IA 50322

Find the Link for Virtual In Your EMDR & Beyond Portal

10am - 5pm Central Time

8am - 3pm Pacific Time

9am - 4pm Mountain Time

11am - 6pm Eastern Time

  • Identify cultural, historical, and systemic factors impacting Latino men’s mental health.

  • Analyze the influence of patriarchal socialization and masculinity norms on trauma and emotional expression.

  • Apply relational life therapy principles to improve emotional openness and relational accountability in therapy.

  • Integrate culturally responsive trauma approaches informed by Gabor Maté’s framework on emotional suppression.

  • Utilize Jackson Katz’s strategies for redefining masculinity and engaging men in violence prevention efforts.

  • Discuss adaptations of EMDR therapy for treating trauma among Latino men, with attention to cultural needs.

Cost

$249.99

Full Price

Early Bird INTIMACY25

Ends September 3, 2025

Please Choose In Person OR Virtual

EMDRIA Credits: 6

CEs: 6

EMDR & Beyond is the provider of (CEs).

EMDR & Beyond is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. EMDR & Beyond remains responsible for this program and its contents.

EMDRIA: EMDR & Beyond is an EC Provider #15007 and this program #15007-97 is approved for 6 EMDRIA Credits. Eligibility for EMDRIA Credits is restricted to those who have completed an EMDRIA-Approved Basic EMDR Training.

To receive CE or EMDRIA credits for in-person presentations or live virtual attendance, participants must attend the entire program in real time. Partial credit is not available, and watching a recording in place of attending live does not qualify for credit.

To receive CE or EMDRIA credits for the On-Demand version (typically available 20–30 days after the live event), participants must complete the full curriculum and pass a post-quiz with a score of at least 75%.


While the course evaluation is not required to receive CE credits, we highly value your feedback

and encourage you to complete it. Should you not wish to complete the program evaluation, you may contact Kenya at [email protected] to request your certificate be issued without completing the evaluation.

The system will automatically release your certificate after you have completed the evaluation or/and passed the quiz.

Meet Robert Manrique LCSW

Robert E. Manrique, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDRIA Approved Consultant,

and the Founder and Clinical Director of EMDR Urban Healing Center in Chicago.

Read more about him!