CPT-II Advanced
Trauma Care
Move beyond stabilization. CPT-II equips seasoned clinicians with phase-based treatment, EMDR integration, somatic methods, and attachment-informed work for clients with complex relational trauma.
Tuition
$1,295
or 4× $324 interest-free
- 6 modules · 30 lessons · 60 CE hours
- Live cohort case consultation
- Somatic practice labs with faculty feedback
- EMDR integration protocols & decision trees
- Capstone complex case formulation
- APA-approved CE credit
Prerequisite: CPT-I or equivalent · Employer billing available
60
CE credit hours
6
Modules · 30 lessons
12–16wk
Typical completion
97%
Would recommend
Outcomes
What you'll master
CPT-II moves you from stabilization to active processing. You'll leave able to formulate and treat complex trauma with confidence — including cases involving dissociation, disorganized attachment, and shame.
- Phase-based treatment of complex trauma
- EMDR integration in trauma therapy
- Somatic and body-oriented interventions
- Attachment-informed case formulation
- Working with shame and dissociation
Curriculum
Six modules. Advanced clinical mastery.
Phase-Based Treatment
Herman's tri-phasic model — stabilization, processing, integration for complex trauma.
EMDR Integration
Adapting the 8-phase protocol for dissociation, complex PTSD, and relational trauma.
Somatic & Body-Up Interventions
Sensorimotor techniques, pendulation, titration, and interoceptive repair.
Attachment & Relational Repair
Working with disorganized attachment, transference, and enactment in session.
Shame & Dissociation
Structural dissociation basics, shame protocols, and Internal Family Systems primer.
Complex Case Formulation
Multi-axis conceptualization, long-arc planning, and a supervised capstone case.
Beyond the reading list
Built around live clinical practice
CPT-II blends self-paced coursework with live cohort consultation, somatic practice labs, and structured supervision — the depth that complex trauma cases demand.
Live Case Consultation
Small-group case consultation with senior faculty across three cohort sessions per module.
Somatic Practice Labs
Recorded and live practice labs with structured feedback on pacing, attunement, and titration.
EMDR Adaptation Frames
Decision trees and protocol modifications for dissociative, attachment-injured, and shame-based presentations.
Clinician Sustainability
Vicarious trauma frameworks and reflective practice woven through every module.
Certification pathway
Where CPT-II fits.
CPT-II is the second step in the four-level pathway. It requires CPT-I and prepares you for the Specialist and Professional tracks.
- CPT-IFoundation
From CPT-II graduates
"CPT-II reshaped how I approach complex cases. The neuroscience modules gave me real scientific grounding, and the practical work has changed outcomes for clients I had been stuck with for years."
"The research depth behind every technique in CPT-III is remarkable. As someone committed to evidence-based practice I was impressed by the rigor — and so were my clients."
Frequently asked
Answers before you enroll
Who are TPA certifications designed for?+
Our CPT track is built for licensed mental health clinicians and graduate students. TS-C is designed for allied professionals — educators, first responders, healthcare staff, and case managers — who need trauma-informed knowledge without crossing clinical boundaries.
Are TPA programs APA approved?+
Yes. TPA is an APA-approved sponsor of continuing education for psychologists, with additional recognition from NBCC, IACP, EMDR International, ISTSS, and alignment with WHO trauma care standards.
How long do certifications take to complete?+
CPT-I is a 40-hour program typically completed in 8–12 weeks. CPT-II runs 60 hours, CPT-III 80 hours, and PsyT is a 120-hour leadership track that most candidates complete across two to three semesters.
Is coursework live or self-paced?+
Every certification blends self-paced video modules with live cohort case consultations and supervised practice sessions. Live sessions are scheduled across multiple time zones.
What CE credits do I earn?+
Each program awards CE hours matching the contact hour total — 40 hours for CPT-I, 60 for CPT-II, 80 for CPT-III, 120 for PsyT, and 24 for TS-C. Credits are accepted by major licensing boards worldwide.
Still have questions? Talk to an advisor.
Go deeper with CPT-II.
Join the next cohort of clinicians moving from stabilization to processing — with the supervision, protocols, and community complex trauma work requires.
Also available: CPT-I Foundations · Full certification catalog