Question 1

What is EMDR?

Accepted Answer

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a form of therapy that helps people heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. EMDR therapy has been extensively researched and has demonstrated effectiveness for trauma.
 
For more information:
https://www.emdria.org/

Question 2

What are EMDR Intensives?

Accepted Answer

EMDR Intensives are an elevated, immersive form of EMDR Therapy designed for individuals seeking focused, accelerated healing support beyond traditional weekly sessions.
While ongoing therapy provides steady support over time, intensives create extended therapeutic space for deeper trauma processing, nervous system regulation, somatic integration, and meaningful emotional restoration.
These highly personalized experiences integrate:
EMDR Therapy
Somatic Experiencing®
Attachment-focused healing
Nervous system regulation
Parts-informed work
Integration and resourcing practices

Each intensive is thoughtfully tailored to your emotional capacity, goals, and healing pace, creating a supportive environment for profound internal shifts while honoring safety, regulation, and compassion.

Question 3

How do EMDR Intensives Differ from Traditional Sessions?

Accepted Answer

Traditional therapy offers ongoing relational support and healing through weekly or recurring sessions. The model is ideal for:
ongoing emotional support
gradual trauma processing
relationship and attachment work
anxiety, burnout, and stress management
long-term nervous system healing
maintenance and integration support
Sessions unfold over time and are integrated into everyday life rhythms.

EMDR Intensives are designed for clients who desire:
deeper focused trauma work
accelerated therapeutic momentum
immersive healing experiences
dedicated space away from daily distractions
concentrated support for major life transitions or emotional overwhelm
Intensives allow us to work in a more comprehensive and uninterrupted way than is possible in standard sessions.

Because of the depth and preparation involved, intensives include:
pre-intensive consultation and assessment
personalized treatment planning
extended trauma processing sessions
nervous system tracking and regulation support
integration breaks and reflection time
customized aftercare and follow-up support
This approach often creates opportunities for deeper processing, insight, and healing continuity that may take longer to access in weekly therapy alone.

Question 4

What is Somatic Experiencing® (SE™)?

Accepted Answer

Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) method is a body-oriented approach to the healing of trauma and other stress disorders. The SE™ approach releases traumatic shock, which is key to transforming PTSD and the wounds of emotional and early developmental attachment trauma.
 
For more information:
https://traumahealing.org/

Question 5

What form of payment is accepted?

Accepted Answer

Cash or credit cards are accepted. Payment is due at the time of service.

Question 6

Do you have a cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

We have a 24-hour cancellation policy.  A late cancellation (less than 24 hours notice) or No Show appointment is charged the regular session fee.