EMDR AND INTENSIVES FAQ'S & INFO
WHAT IS EMDR?
The core principle of EMDR involves helping individuals process distressing memories or traumatic experiences in a way that reduces their emotional intensity and enables them to integrate these memories more adaptively into their lives. This is achieved through a series of standardized procedures, including bilateral stimulation (such as following the therapist's hand movements with the eyes or listening to alternating sounds) while recalling traumatic memories or distressing experiences.
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EMDR is believed to work by facilitating the brain's natural healing processes, similar to what occurs during REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, where the brain processes and integrates memories. By engaging in bilateral stimulation while recalling traumatic memories, EMDR helps reprocess these memories in a way that reduces their emotional charge and allows individuals to move forward with their lives.
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EMDR has been extensively researched and is recognized as an evidence-based treatment for trauma-related disorders by organizations such as the American Psychiatric Association, the World Health Organization, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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IS EMDR ONLY FOR TRAUMA?
While EMDR is an evidence-based treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) resulting from various traumatic experiences, such as combat, accidents, natural disasters, physical or sexual assault, childhood abuse, and other traumatic events, there is so much more.
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EMDR is also effective in treating
Anxiety Disorders, including panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder.
Depression, especially when it is rooted in traumatic experiences or negative self-beliefs.
Pain Disorders: EMDR may help alleviate chronic pain conditions.
Addiction: EMDR can be used as a complementary therapy for individuals struggling with addiction.
Dissociative Disorders: EMDR can be incorporated into the treatment of dissociative disorders, such as dissociative identity disorder (DID).
Phobias and Fears: EMDR can assist in treating specific phobias and fears by targeting the underlying memories or experiences.
Grief and Loss: EMDR may help individuals process traumatic or complicated grief associated with the loss of a loved one or other significant losses.
It's essential to note that while EMDR is highly effective for treating trauma-related disorders, it may not be suitable for everyone, and the effectiveness of the treatment can vary depending on individual factors.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS EMDR INTENSIVE THERAPY?
Traditional therapy typically entails weekly sessions lasting up to an hour, extending over months or even years. While EMDR can be effective within this framework, time constraints often impede progress. Have you heard the saying "things get worse before they get better"? While this holds some truth, irrespective of therapy type, EMDR intensive treatment allows for improvement within the session's duration, rather than waiting for progress from week to week.
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EMDR intensives not only offer swifter relief but also proves to be more cost-effective. Let's break it down: A routine weekly therapy session costs $175 per session for six months, totaling $4,250, and for one year, it amounts to $8,500. These expenses solely account for therapy costs. Now, consider the savings in travel time, missed work, and childcare expenses.
Comparing the traditional therapy model with my EMDR intensive programs poses a challenge, as results vary for each individual. Nevertheless, experience suggests that progress achieved in a single 3-hour intensive session surpasses what might be accomplished in three separate 1-hour sessions.
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Your time is precious. Schedule an EMDR Intensive to accelerate your journey to wellness.
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Costs vary depending on your needs. Here is an example of a 2 day intensive:
Intake assessment and resourcing (90 minutes) $260
EMDR Intensive session #1 $630
EMDR Intensive session #2 $630
Follow-up Psychotherapy 60 minute session $175
Total Estimated charge for the 2-day EMDR intensive program = $1,695
Costs are based on your needs and program design and will be communicated after our intake and in accordance with the No Surprises Act.
If you are interested in EMDR Intensives, I offer a 15-minute free phone consultation.
Schedule with me here.
INSURANCE
I no longer directly bill insurance companies for services rendered. However, I am happy to provide you with a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement
RATES FOR EMDR INTENSIVES
90 minute intake session / $260
3 hour intensive session / $630
1 hour follow up session / $175
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICIES
Payment for intake and follow-up sessions are due at the time of service.
If you are unable to attend an intake or follow-up session, please make sure you cancel at least 24 hours beforehand to avoid late cancelation or no-show fees
Intensive sessions require a 50% deposit to schedule. The remaining balance is due at the time of service.
​If you are unable to attend a session, please make sure you cancel at least 48 hours beforehand to forfeiting your deposit.