Why choose an EMDR Intensive?
EMDR Intensive Therapy condenses the therapeutic process, enabling quicker progress compared to traditional weekly or biweekly sessions. Unlike standard EMDR therapy, which can feel disjointed due to setup and wrap-up time for each session, intensives offer concentrated sessions lasting 3 hours, a full day, or multiple days. These sessions prioritize long-lasting healing and improvement. Research demonstrates their effectiveness in reducing PTSD symptoms, adverse reactions, and overall treatment duration.
EMDR Intensives are an ideal therapeutic option for individuals who:
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Have difficulty committing to weekly hour-long sessions due to your schedule constraints.
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Desire to continue working with your current therapist while seeking focused EMDR therapy for processing specific memories.
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Prefer a shorter, more concentrated therapy duration rather than committing to months or years of treatment.
What to expect in an EMDR intensive
Initial Intake Session
During the intake session we will make sure that an EMDR intensive is appropriate for you and that you have resources and strategies to effectively manage any challenges that may arise during the intensive process. We will develop a target plan of memories and symptoms to be addressed in the EMDR Intensive, ensuring alignment with your individual needs and goals.
EMDR Intensive
EMDR intensives typically span a duration of 3 to 6 hours. During these sessions, you'll engage in alternating phases of EMDR trauma processing and the implementation of nervous system regulation techniques, such as yoga, controlled breathing exercises, or opportunities for relaxation, which may include enjoying tea and taking a walk.
Follow up
Following the EMDR intensive, you will be offered a check in session to evaluate your progress and provide an opportunity to reflect on your experience during the intensive. If there are any remaining needs, you and your therapist will collaborate to determine whether additional EMDR sessions would be beneficial, ensuring your continued growth and healing.
The Details:
Where are intensives?
Intensives are held at
Riverside Counseling Group
7300 Carmel Executive Park Dr.
Suite 115
When can I schedule?
Intensives are typically offered on Tuesday and Saturday mornings between 9am-2pm. Evening intensives are offered on an as needed basis at an additional charge.
How long are intensives?
EMDR intensives are designed to provide focused, immersive healing in an efficient timeframe. Each intensive typically lasts five hours, consisting of two structured EMDR processing blocks of two hours each, with a one-hour lunch break in between.
Clients have the option to book a one-day or two-day intensive, and we will determine the best fit for your needs during your consultation call.
If you believe a different schedule would better suit you, please don’t hesitate to ask—we may be able to accommodate a customized approach.
How much do intensives cost?
Free 15-30 minute consultation call
Intake session: $145/50 minutes
Single day intensive: $600 (150/hour)
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4 hours (equivalent of 5 EMDR sessions)
Two Day intensive: $1100 (137.5/hour)
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Two consecutive 4 hour days (equivalent of 10 EMDR sessions)
Follow up: $145/50 minute session​
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*Two complementary 15 minute consultation calls with adjunct therapist if applicable*
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*I work with insurance companies as an out-of-network provider. After payment is completed at time of services you can request a service receipt to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement according to your policy’s coverage.*