Deany Laliotis, LICSW

Deany Laliotis, LICSW, is an international trainer, consultant, and EMDR practitioner who specializes in teaching EMDR therapy as a psychotherapy approach with a focus on healing attachment wounds using the therapeutic relationship as an integral part of treating complex trauma. As the Director of Training for EMDR Institute, Deany worked closely with Francine Shapiro to develop the training curriculum as EMDR evolved into a more comprehensive treatment approach. Deany was awarded the Francine Shapiro Award for Outstanding service and Clinical Excellence by the EMDR International Association in 2015. She has authored and co-authored several articles and book chapters and currently maintains a private clinical and consultation practice in Washington, DC.