Therapy Intensives are longer therapy sessions for faster results, relief, and healing. Quickly see progress instead of having to arrange multiple 50 minute therapy sessions week after week. Therapy Intensives are a very effective option for people who would rather dive in, get it done, and move on. Most of my Therapy Intensives are EMDR intensives which allows us to get even farther than regular talk therapy. (More information about EMDR HERE)
I offer 1, 2, or 3 day therapy intensives, depending on client need. Each therapy intensive includes 3 direct face to face hours per day, plus a pre-intensive session and a post-intensive session.
Each Therapy Intensive Includes:
1. Personalized Intensive Workbook
The workbook includes assessments and activities to prepare for the intensive. The workbook allows you to keep a record of progress on your treatment goals before, during, and after our sessions. It also allows me to custom design your therapy intensive specifically for your needs.
2. Pre-Intensive Session
A 90 minute session to determine the goals of the Therapy Intensive and prepare for the experience. We will identify the painful memories, beliefs, emotions, or images from which you are seeking relief.
3. Custom-designed Therapy Intensive
The Therapy Intensive sessions take place at my office or virtually and are scheduled for 1-3 days for 3 hours each day. Includes targeted treatment and resourcing activities customized for you.
4. Post-Intensive Session
A 90 minute session to debrief the experience and reflect on areas of insight, relief, and transformation. We will also discuss your next steps for continued growth and healing. is one of the easiest website development tools available today. It also gives you the freedom to develop as many websites as you like given the fact that it is a desktop app.
What is a Therapy Intensive?
A Therapy Intensive is an accelerated form of therapy designed to help clients go deeper and get results faster. Instead of attending therapy one hour per week for a year, why not carve out a few days for Therapy Intensives? It’s a cutting-edge approach to help people feel better faster. No need for a weekly therapy appointment.
In fact, many people think of Therapy Intensives like a retreat. For that week you can unplug, take time off work, get a babysitter, or even stay in a hotel. This time is completely dedicated to you so you can focus on healing, reflecting, and reconnecting.
Who can benefit from therapy intensives?
Therapy Intensives are perfect for people that are ready for relief now. If you’re ready to see things change in your life and your relationships but you don’t want to wait for that to happen next year - a Therapy Intensive may be right for you. If you have a specific topic, trauma, or stressor that you want support with - this can be the focus of your Therapy Intensive. The dedicated time will be customized specifically to you and your goals.
Why should I do a therapy intensive instead of a standard 50 minute therapy session?
Therapy Intensives are more effective and efficient than normal 50-minute therapy sessions. Typically in a 50-minute session, there are at least 5-10 minutes of “check-in” at the start of the session and usually, 5-10 minutes spent on “closing up” or “checking out” at the end of a session - Leaving only 30-40 minutes for deep therapeutic work. Therapy Intensives are different. A 3-hour Therapy Intensive allows for at least 2.5 hours of depth work. That’s the equivalent of five 50-minute sessions or more than a month of therapy - in a single day!
How many intensive days should I schedule?
Great question! This depends on your goals for the Therapy Intensive. Some goals can be reached in a 1 Day Intensive (3 clinical hours), but other goals are more complex and may require a 3 Day Intensive. I can help you determine the number of days that would work best for your therapy goals.
If I already have a primary therapist, can I do an Intensive as adjunct therapy?
Absolutely! Therapy Intensives work very well as an adjunct therapy. I would ask that you sign a Release of Information so that your current therapist and I can collaborate/coordinate to best serve you, but that is ultimately up to you.
Can my insurance help pay for therapy intensives?
Therapy Intensives are not covered by insurance. However, if you have out-of-network benefits, your insurance company may reimburse a portion of the Therapy Intensive. It’s best to call the customer service number on the back of your insurance card to learn the details about your specific plan. Make sure to ask questions like: Do I have a deductible for out-of-network services? Have I met my deductible? What CPT billing codes do you reimburse (i.e. 90837 or two 90843 in one day)? What is the rate of reimbursement for each billing code? What is the allowable amount for reimbursement?
Here is a helpful resource: The Complete Guide to Out-Of-Network Reimbursement.
When are payments due and how much does it cost?
A 50% non-refundable deposit is due at the time you book your Therapy Intensive. The remaining 50% is due on the first day of the Intensive Session. We can go over costs during our complimentary consultation (below)
What if I'm interested in a Therapy Intensive but I'm not 100% sure?
Let’s schedule a time to talk! I’m happy to answer any questions and explore your unique situation to see if a Therapy Intensive may be helpful for you. I offer a free 30 minute phone or video consultation to see if we’d be a good match.
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