FAQ

EMDR Intensives

frequently asked questions

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Who Can Benefit from EMDR?

EMDR helps with psychological and physical symptoms from adverse experiences. It’s not only for trauma but also for performance enhancement and overcoming limiting beliefs and somatic responses.

Learn more How does EMDR Therapy Work & 18 changes you may notice after an EMDR Intensive Program

 
 

Why Choose an Intensive Program Over Regular Sessions?

EMDR intensives offer a faster, immersive approach compared to traditional weekly sessions. They aim to heal wounds more quickly and efficiently while maintaining a supportive therapeutic relationship.

Benefits:

  • Accelerated Healing: Achieve faster progress and integration.

  • Time and Cost Efficiency: Condense months of therapy into one or two weeks.

  • Enhanced Connection: Feel calmer, more connected to your body, and improve relationships.

Program One: Three months of EMDR in one week.
Program Two: Six months of EMDR in two weeks.

 
 

Can I Join an EMDR Intensive Program If I Have a Primary Therapist?

Yes. If you sense that something crucial is missing or your body still feels stuck despite cognitive insights, an EMDR intensive might be beneficial.

We can discuss the best program for you during our FREE Discovery Call.

 
 

Will I Receive a Workbook?

Yes. Before your assessment session, you'll receive a workbook with three sections:

  • Before: Exercises to complete before our assessment, informing my formulation and setting goals for your intensive.

  • During: Optional exercises to complete during the intensive, reflecting on your therapy process.

  • After: Optional exercises to review what you've learned and identify any further focus areas for future work.

Resources provided at the start and end of our work together.

 
 

What Can I Accomplish in a 3-Day Weekday Intensive?

In just three days, you can begin to create meaningful shifts in how you feel, think, and relate — within yourself and in your relationships.

You can:

  • Strengthen confidence and emotional resilience

  • Clear the emotional charge of a single-event trauma — reducing distressing thoughts, feelings, and body sensations

  • Build capacity for deeper healing if you’re navigating complex or relational trauma

For complex or longstanding trauma, additional time is often supportive. Many clients choose to return for monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly intensives — creating a steady path toward deeper integration and lasting change.

 
 

In a 6-day weekday EMDR Intensives for Relational, Systemic & Complex Trauma:

Deep Processing:
Focused time to process deeply rooted relational wounds and intergenerational patterns of trauma.

Emotional Release:
Space to safely release emotions linked to attachment injuries, family dynamics, and systemic experiences.

Increased Insight:
Greater understanding of how trauma within family, culture, and relationships has shaped emotional and relational patterns.

Integration:
Opportunity to integrate new insights into daily life — fostering healthier relationships, boundaries, and connection.

Resilience:
Strengthened emotional and nervous system resilience — supporting more flexibility in navigating relationships and stress.

Personal Growth:
Increased self-awareness and a deeper sense of agency within relational and systemic contexts — empowering change.

Overall, you can achieve significant healing and progress in a condensed, focused format.

 
 

Yes, you will need to pay for the program upfront. Here’s the payment process:

  1. Non-Refundable Deposit: Paid when securing the intensive program and pre-booking appointments. This deposit is deducted from the total balance.

  2. Full Balance: Must be paid in full at least one week before the first assessment session.

 
 

Are payment plans available?

Yes, payment plans are available, allowing you to spread the cost of the EMDR intensive over several weeks. Since intensives are pre-booked and there may be a wait period, please contact me via email or discuss payment options during our Discovery Call to arrange a plan that works for you.

 
 

Can I claim a Medicare rebate?

Yes, you can claim a Medicare rebate for sessions if you have a current Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from your GP. Here’s the breakdown:

  • Rebate Amount: $85.20 per session.

  • Sessions Covered: Up to 10 rebated sessions per calendar year.

  • Rebate Processing: Rebates are processed after each session and only for attended sessions.

Package Options:

  • Package One: 5 sessions (1 assessment, 3 intensives, 1 review session) — Total rebate: $426

  • Package Two: 8 sessions (1 assessment, 6 intensives, 1 review session) — Total rebate: $681.60

Please provide a copy of your MHCP. I will process the rebate after each session.

 
 

What if I need to cancel or re-schedule my intensives program?

If you need to cancel or reschedule your intensive program:

  • Commitment: Ensure you’re fully prepared for the program in terms of time and finances before booking.

  • Rescheduling: Notify me as early as possible if you need to reschedule. While I’ll make every effort to accommodate your new schedule, availability may be limited, and there could be a wait for an open slot.

  • Cancellation: The non-refundable deposit will be retained if you choose not to reschedule.