EMDR Intensives
What is an EMDR Intensive?
An EMDR intensive session is an unique approach to trauma therapy. Instead of scheduling hour long sessions weekly, an EMDR intensive session allows you to undergo multiple hours of EMDR therapy per day, either in-person or virtual. During EMDR we mostly work with the brain and body, and you don’t have to talk as much as you would during standard talk therapy. This allows us to do EMDR intensives for three to six hours a day, for multiple days.
People book EMDR Intensives if they are not able to attend weekly sessions due to work or childcare; or if they have severe PTSD symptoms and want to see results faster. They also book EMDR Intensives if their weekly therapist is not trained in EMDR. Some people view an EMDR Intensive as a retreat and an investment in their mental health.
Why do people book EMDR Intensives instead of weekly sessions?
What are the benefits of EMDR Intensives?
You will process more information in a shorter amount of time. Instead of working on a memory in hourly weekly sessions for 6 weeks, you can process the memory in a day. Most people experience relief faster.
Intensives are highly concentrated and focused on healing, sometimes requiring less time and overall cost to you. During weekly therapy sessions, a big amount of the time goes into “checking in” at the beginning and grounding at the end, this take up EMDR reprocessing time.
Reduced traveling cost and time. Clients who are out of town or out of state can take advantage of access to excellent treatment quickly, making only one trip.
You can arrange childcare for one day, instead of weekly. This eliminates the need and stress of ongoing help.
Who will benefit from EMDR Intensives?
Most people will benefit from EMDR intensives, although people who struggle with severe dissociation might benefit more from weekly therapy sessions.
What can we work on in an EMDR Intensive?
We can address childhood trauma, sexual assault or abuse. We can also work on unhelpful beliefs related to depression and anxiety such “I am not good enough” or “I did something wrong”.
Half Day EMDR Intensives - $680
Two 90 minutes sessions with a 15 minute break.
Includes a 60 minute telehealth assessment, prior to the Intensive to determine your goals and prepare you for the intensive. A total of four contact hours with the therapist.
Intensives are available online or in-person and are usually offered Fridays and some public holidays.
Full Day EMDR Intensives - $1020
This five hour intensive is divided into three sessions by a 15 minute break and a 30 minute lunch break.
Includes a 60 minute telehealth assessment, prior to the Intensive to determine your goals and prepare you for the Intensive. A total of six contact hours with the therapist.
Intensives are available online or in-person and are usually offered on Fridays and some public holidays.
Combined package
Together we’ll figure out what your needs are and adjust the duration of EMDR Intensives according to the treatment phase and your lifestyle. From two to five hour sessions a day. This is a good fit if you are seeking long term care.
Telehealth EMDR Intensives- $160 per hour
In-person EMDR Intensives - $170 per hour *
*Minimum of three hours required for in-person EMDR sessions.
FAQs
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Health insurance do not cover EMDR Intensives.
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A non-refundable 30% deposit is required to confirm your appointment. The remaining is due on the first day of the EMDR Intensive. You can pay with a card or check.
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Clients may reschedule their sessions one week prior scheduled dates but a penalty fee of $55 will be charged for half day intensives and $110 will be charged for full day intensives.
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Half Day
If you decide to end therapy early during a half day intensive session, the full amount will be charged.Full Day
If you decide to end therapy early during a full day intensive, you will be refunded at a prorated rate but not less than $600. -
Email me to schedule a free 20 minute consultation.
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Intensives are usually offered on Thursdays, Fridays and some public holidays. Half day intensives typically start at 8:00am (in-person) or 9:00am (virtually). Full day intensives typically start at 9:00am and last until 5:00pm.
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In-person intensives are offered in Troy, Michigan.
The address is:
888 W Big Beaver Road, Ste 780
Troy MI 48084You have to be located in Michigan to receive online services.
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Treat the days surrounding the intensive like a personal retreat. You will be weary after an intensive and I recommend that you don’t schedule any important meetings or social gatherings after an Intensive. Schedule activities you enjoy such as massages, yoga and hiking.
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You can relax in the office or walk to restaurants close by.
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Yes, you can book more than one Intensive.