Achieve Mental Wellness with EMDR Intensives Therapy

Trauma Therapy Intensives Northwest

EMDR Therapy Intensives

What is a Therapy Intensive?

Therapy Intensives are extended sessions tailored to each client's goals. They typically run 6-8 hours per day for 1-4 consecutive days, but they can be adjusted to fit your needs. During these intensives, we use EMDR, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Ego State Interventions to achieve your goals effectively.

Therapy Intensives can be helpful for:

• Anxiety, depression, and grief and loss
• PTSD, physical or sexual abuse, and recent traumatic events
• Performance enhancement (athletes, school, professional)
• Deep-rooted fears, phobias, and panic disorders
• Chronic pain or medical issues
• Disordered eating and body image struggles
• Substance abuse and addictions
• Emotion tolerance and regulation skills

Is a Therapy Intensive Right for You?

Consider a Therapy Intensive if:

• You can't attend weekly therapy sessions due to your schedule, or your current sessions aren't practical.
• You feel stuck in unhealthy behaviors or toxic relationships.
• You leave therapy sessions feeling like you've only scratched the surface.
• You spend so much time discussing daily struggles that you never get to the root issues.
• You think something is blocking your progress and are exhausted and ready for change.

Why Choose a Therapy Intensive?

A Therapy Intensive can act as a catalyst, setting everything else in motion or complementing your current Therapy. In just a few days, you can achieve the results of months or years of weekly sessions.

The Problem with Weekly Therapy Sessions

Weekly sessions often follow a time-consuming format: check-ins, diving into work, and abruptly ending. You spend much time recounting weekly events rather than making therapeutic progress. In a Therapy Intensive, you have the time and space to delve deeply into your issues without the pressure of fitting everything into an hour.

The Benefits of Therapy Intensives

Intensives offer a unique approach to Therapy, providing a space where the burden of fitting everything into an hour is lifted. The intensive format allows for significant healing and progress, often unattainable in traditional weekly sessions.

Working together, you'll gain clarity and hope for the future. You'll experience increased self-worth and understand the connections between past experiences and current challenges.

Addressing Past Guilt and Shame

Therapy Intensives provide the opportunity to process past traumas and move forward. Time is precious, and you've already spent enough of it struggling.

How It Works

An intensive experience is designed to maximize healing in a condensed timeframe. You and your therapist will customize your intensive to address your unique needs and aspirations.  

Initial Consultation

In this 20-minute video or phone consultation, you and your therapist will build a rapport, explore your goals, and clarify any questions. This is a crucial step to ensure that an intensive is the perfect fit for your journey.

Scheduling

You will complete all necessary paperwork and select a time for your intensive that aligns with your budget and objectives. Your chosen time will be reserved once you secure your spot with a non-refundable deposit. 

Session

Your therapist will provide you with all essential information prior to your session. Given the duration of your time together, having water and snacks on hand is advantageous. Exercise gently (such as walking or yoga) to prepare your nervous system beforehand. 

During the session, you’ll have structured breaks and opportunities to reset, ensuring a productive and restorative experience.  

Aftercare

During your session, your therapist will discuss vital aftercare considerations. If possible, it is highly recommended that you take the following day off and avoid scheduling any stressful commitments for the next 2-3 days. You may experience some fatigue, as EMDR can evoke emotional responses. However, you will emerge from your intensive with a more resilient nervous system and a profoundly calmer sense of self, setting the stage for lasting transformation.

Still Skeptical? 

We understand the skepticism. We've compiled research showing the benefits and effectiveness of EMDR and Intensive Therapy treatments for your review.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has been extensively studied and is recognized as an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related conditions. Here are several key studies and reviews that support its efficacy:

Shapiro, F. (1989). "Efficacy of the eye movement desensitization procedure in the treatment of traumatic memories." Journal of Traumatic Stress.
This foundational study introduced EMDR and reported significant reductions in PTSD symptoms among participants after treatment.

Van der Kolk, B. A., et al. (2007). "A randomized clinical trial of EMDR, fluoxetine, and pill placebo in the treatment of PTSD: treatment effects and long-term maintenance." The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.
This randomized controlled trial found that EMDR was more effective than fluoxetine (an antidepressant) in reducing PTSD symptoms, with benefits maintained at long-term follow-up.

Chen, L., et al. (2014). "Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing vs. cognitive-behavioral therapy for adult post-traumatic stress disorder: Systematic review and meta-analysis." Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease.
This meta-analysis concluded that EMDR is as effective as trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT) in treating PTSD, with some studies suggesting faster symptom reduction with EMDR.

Bisson, J. I., et al. (2013). "Psychological therapies for chronic post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in adults." The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews.
This comprehensive review found EMDR to be as effective as other trauma-focused psychological therapies, including CBT, in reducing PTSD symptoms.

Seidler, G. H., & Wagner, F. E. (2006). "Comparing the efficacy of EMDR and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy in the treatment of PTSD: a meta-analytic study." Psychological Medicine.
This meta-analysis reported that EMDR and trauma-focused CBT are equally efficacious in alleviating PTSD symptoms, with EMDR showing a slight advantage in reducing anxiety.

Lee, C. W., & Cuijpers, P. (2013). "A meta-analysis of the contribution of eye movements in processing emotional memories." Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry.
 

This study found that the eye movement component of EMDR contributes significantly to the Therapy's effectiveness in processing distressing memories.

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Guidelines (2018). "Post-traumatic stress disorder."
NICE guidelines recommend EMDR as an effective treatment for PTSD, particularly for individuals who have experienced non-combat-related trauma.

World Health Organization (2013). "Guidelines for the management of conditions specifically related to stress."
The WHO recommends EMDR for the treatment of PTSD in adults and children, citing its efficacy in reducing symptoms.

Who Will You Work With?

I'm Martina Coordes, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and your  EMDR Therapy Intensive therapist. Learn more about my education, training, and expertise in my profile.

During your Therapy Intensive, you are my sole focus each day, ensuring uninterrupted sessions. We begin with a thorough assessment of your needs, goals, and history, which helps us create a tailored treatment plan. This assessment can be done in person or online. Once completed, we will schedule your Therapy Intensive.

Next Steps

Ready to take care of your mental health? Contact me to schedule your free initial consultation. Still unsure? It's normal to have doubts. We often struggle for so long that we lose hope for change. But it doesn't have to be this way.

Costs and Scheduling

Like major medical procedures, Therapy Intensives are a financial investment in your health. While the upfront cost is higher, it can be more economical than ongoing weekly Therapy. Therapy Intensives save both time and money.

Service Tiers: 

**Half Day**

•  3-4 hour-long sessions
•  Can be scheduled consecutively
•   $160.00 per hour

Single Issue Intensive

• Full-day (6-8 hours) sessions for 1-3 consecutive days
• Great for specific goals or recent traumas
• $160.00 per hour 

Story Clearing Intensive

• Full-day (6-8 hours) sessions for five consecutive days
• It is ideal for multiple focus points or childhood trauma
• $160/hour 

Each client's needs are unique, and the time required will be discussed during the intake process. Therapy Intensives aren't for everyone, and a thorough assessment will determine readiness.

Important Considerations

• Insurance does not cover Therapy Intensives.
• A 50% deposit is required to hold your dates, with full payment due on the first day.
• To ensure a confidential and relaxing atmosphere, children and visitors are not permitted.
• No alcohol or illicit substances are allowed during the Intensive.

Accessibility

Trauma Therapy Intensives Northwest is based in Washington and Idaho. Clients must be physically located in one of these states due to licensing requirements. 

### Contact Us @ Martina@traumatherapyintensivesnw.com 

If you're ready to start your journey to healing, or if you have any questions, please reach out to schedule your initial consultation. Let's take the first step together.