What is an EMDR Intensive?
An EMDR Intensive is a focused, immersive approach to emotional healing designed to help individuals make significant progress in a short period.
These sessions span multiple hours in a single day or over a few consecutive days, allowing for deep processing of distressing experiences. EMDR Intensives are effective for addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, phobias, and other unresolved emotional patterns that require intensive attention.
How Are Therapy Intensives Different from Weekly Therapy?
1. Fixed Number of Sessions
Traditional weekly therapy continues indefinitely based on progress.
EMDR Intensives have a set number of sessions (typically 3–4), allowing you to know exactly how many times you’ll meet with your therapist.
2. Session Length
Weekly therapy sessions typically last 45–60 minutes.
EMDR Intensive sessions are longer, enabling deeper work. Online sessions are typically 90 minutes, while in-person sessions can last up to 3 hours.
3. Level of Preparation
Weekly therapy involves gradual progress over time.
EMDR Intensives incorporate a customized client workbook, helping you gain insights before, during, and after sessions. Your therapist reviews your responses to tailor the experience to your needs.
Why Choose an EMDR Intensive?
Accelerated healing in a short time frame
Deep focus on long-standing emotional issues
Effective for anxiety, trauma, stress, grief, phobias, and other concerns
Ideal for individuals seeking rapid emotional recovery
A structured, concentrated alternative to long-term weekly therapy
If you're looking for a faster, more focused way to work through emotional challenges, EMDR Intensives offer a powerful approach to gaining clarity, relief, and lasting change.