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EMDR Intensives
EMDR is a form of therapy that aims to reduce psychological distress related to traumatic events or negative self-beliefs. When people experience a distressing or traumatic event, their brain stores all of the details of the event in order to prevent that event from recurring. This can cause the individual to be in a state of hyperarousal, anticipating that the event will take place again. It may cause a person to go into a state of fight-or-flight, even if they are not in danger.
Everyone experiences trauma in some capacity. We experience what is called “little t” traumas and “big T” trauma. “Little t” traumas can be something such as the loss of a significant relationship or bullying. “Big T” traumas can include sexual assault or a car accident. In both cases, these events can linger with an individual, causing distress in their current situations.
An EMDR intensive can last anywhere from 2-4 hours and I've found great success in this compressed method with clients. It allows us the space to dig into memories or events without interruption. We take breaks, rest and go at the client's pace. Some clients find relief in setting aside half a day to focus on moving through a memory or a traumatic event instead of having to go back to life or work at the end of a session. We do also offer regular 50-minute weekly EMDR sessions as an alternative to an intensive.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
FAQs
The purpose of EMDR is to help reduce the emotional and physical response to a stimulus, thought, or memory. In practice, EMDR looks a little different for each person, but the premise is the same for everyone. In the beginning stages, you will focus on your already-available resources. This could include characteristics and tools that you inherently possess or it could include new coping skills that you learn through therapy. The timeline for this stage depends on you and the extent of your trauma.
While going through EMDR, Nina will ask you to bring to mind distressing events and memories. This may cause flashbacks, dreams or other memories to present themselves outside of your session. This is why you will spend time in the beginning stages to make sure you have the appropriate resources to address potentially distressing thoughts.
As you work with Nina through EMDR, you’ll become able to recall a certain event, be exposed to previous triggers, etc. and not reach the same level of hyperarousal as you once did. Through this intervention, you can create distance between yourself and the trauma.
These are individual sessions that can last anywhere from 2-4 hours in length. Some clients find that several 50-minute sessions are not sufficient to move through a memory or trauma. EMDR Intensives allow an individual to process through their trauma in a compressed manner. Some people find comfort in setting aside half a day from work to primarily focus on moving through a memory or a traumatic event.
Our intensives can be used to supplement your current weekly or regular therapy. There's no need to take a break from your current therapist and you get a boost in your progress so you can go right back to your regular sessions.
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