EMDR Intensive Therapy offers a concentrated opportunity to focus deeply on healing without spreading the work out over months or years. This format is designed for people who are ready to engage in focused trauma work while still honoring their nervous system and capacity.
Focused EMDR therapy that supports healing at a pace your nervous system can handle, without rushing the work.
EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain reprocess distressing experiences so they no longer feel overwhelming or stuck in the present. Rather than retelling your story repeatedly, EMDR works with how memory and the nervous system store experiences, allowing meaningful shifts to occur at a deeper level.
Why an EMDR Intensive?
Weekly therapy can sometimes feel too slow or fragmented, especially when working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or long-standing patterns rooted in earlier experiences.
EMDR Intensives provide:
- Extended, uninterrupted time to focus on healing
- Continuity and momentum in trauma processing
- Space to integrate insights emotionally and somatically
- A contained and supportive environment for deeper work
This approach is especially supportive if you feel stuck, overwhelmed by symptoms, or ready to prioritize your healing in a more intentional way. The work moves at a pace your nervous system can handle, with grounding, rest, and integrative exercises throughout the day.
Pricing for EMDR Intensives
Intensives, also called extended sessions, are $660–$1,320 per day ($165 per hour) depending on how long the day is. Days typically range from 4–8 hours and include EMDR therapy alongside art and narrative exercises.
There is an additional one-time $250 intake fee.
Payment Schedule:
- 50% of the total fee is required to confirm your Intensive
- The remaining 50% is due on the first day of your Intensive
Your fee also includes:
- An optional follow-up session to support integration
- A workbook to guide reflection and integration
Ready to Focus Deeply on Healing?
Take the time you need with a focused EMDR Intensive, combining EMDR therapy with supportive approaches like art and narrative exercises. Move at a pace your nervous system can handle, without rushing the work, and receive tools to support integration long after the session.
Make lasting change: Take care of your mind and body. Re-energize your voice!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is an Intensive day?
Each day is typically 4–8 hours, mixing EMDR therapy with supportive approaches like art and narrative exercises. Breaks are built in to support grounding, rest, and emotional integration. Intensives usually take place over 1–4 consecutive days, depending on your goals and capacity.
Does an Intensive replace weekly therapy?
Not necessarily. Some people use an Intensive as a stand-alone experience, while others combine it with ongoing weekly therapy. During your consultation, we’ll explore which structure is most supportive for your healing.
Is an Intensive rushed or overwhelming?
No. Even though the sessions are concentrated, we move at a pace your nervous system can handle. The Intensive provides focused, intentional space for processing, with grounding, rest, and integrative exercises throughout the day.
Who is an EMDR Intensive for?
This format is designed for teens and adults ages 13–55 who want to engage deeply in healing from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression. It is especially supportive for people exploring inner child healing or addressing patterns that have been difficult to shift in weekly therapy.
How do I know if an Intensive is right for me?
We start with a free 20-minute consultation to talk about your goals, previous therapy experience, and readiness. Together we’ll decide whether an Intensive feels like the right fit at this point in your healing journey.
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