EMDR Therapy in Groton, Connecticut

An EMDR Intensive Therapy Session is a focused, extended therapy session using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. Sessions last anywhere from a few hours to several days in order to accelerate the healing process. During these sessions, we will focus on resolving a specific issue or incident. You will be able to experience the benefits of months of therapy within one day. This approach is ideal for people dealing with trauma, anxiety or stressful events. Benefits of EMDR Intensives • Accelerated Progress — Condense months of therapy into a single day • Focused Healing — Target specific events, symptoms, or belief systems • Flexible Scheduling — Ideal for people with busy or unpredictable schedules • Adjunctive Support — Great supplement to ongoing weekly therapy • Efficient Results — A 3-hour intensive can equal 5 standard sessions

An EMDR Intensive is a specialized tool. It is often the most effective path if: • You have a "Clear Before and After": You can identify one specific traumatic event that changed things. • You are "Mostly Fine": You function well in daily life, except when triggered by specific reminders. • You Practice Avoidance: You find yourself avoiding driving, medical settings, or specific locations. • You are Stable: You are not currently in an active crisis but are bothered by intrusive memories tied to that one event. • You Value Efficiency: You want focused, short-term treatment rather than ongoing weekly therapy. Note: Not every situation is appropriate for an intensive format. A brief consultation ensures this is the right clinical fit for your history and goals.

• Single-incident trauma (e.g., accidents, assaults) • Anxiety or fear related to future events • Phobias and panic symptoms • Relationship wounds and betrayal trauma • Disturbing or intrusive memories • Grief and loss • Feeling stuck despite prior therapy

Full Day Intensive Therapy Session Package - 1 hour intake/preparation session; 6 hours of therapy in addition to breaks as needed; 1 hour follow-up session Weekdays - $1,700 Weekends - $2,520 Half Day Intensive Session Package - 1 hour intake/preparation session; 3 hours of therapy in addition to breaks as needed; 1 hour follow-up session Weekdays - $1,100 Weekends - $1,650 EMDR Intensive Therapy Offerings - Not Covered by Insurance "You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost. If you are uninsured or choose not to use your insurance, federal law gives you the right to receive an estimate of expected charges before you receive services. You can ask for a Good Faith Estimate at any time."

The Process: How It Works Every intensive follows a structured four-stage process to ensure you are prepared, supported, and grounded throughout the experience. Phase 1: The Fit Call (20 Minutes) A brief phone consultation to discuss your specific goals and determine if an intensive format is the most appropriate clinical fit for your history. Phase 2: Intake & Preparation (60 Minutes) Approximately one week prior to your intensive. We clarify exactly what your session will look like. We’ll review your past and present, identify the beliefs and memories causing your current disturbance, and select your specific "targets"—the memories, situations, or future events we will process together. Phase 3: The EMDR Intensive We use bilateral stimulation (tapping, handheld tappers, or eye movements) to help your brain reprocess targets into a more adaptive, less distressing state. Because it typically takes 45–90 minutes to fully reprocess a single target, these extended sessions allow us to finish what we start. Phase 4: Integration & Review (60 Minutes) Approximately one week after your intensive. We review your symptoms, discuss the changes you are noticing, and address any lingering sensations. I will provide recommendations for any follow-up treatment if needed. Choose Your Intensive Package Both packages include a complimentary EMDR Therapy Workbook to enhance your experience. Option 1: Full-Day EMDR Intensive Best for multiple targets or deep-seated single-incident trauma. • Morning (Approx. 2 Hours): Arrive, settle in, and begin 90 minutes of focused processing. • The Mid-Day Break (60 Minutes): A full hour to eat, move your body, and mentally decompress. • Afternoon (Approx. 3 Hours): 100–150 minutes of continued processing, followed by 30 minutes of grounding to transition back to your routine. • Total Investment: $1,700 for weekdays, $2,520 for weekends Option 2: Half-Day EMDR Intensive Best for a single, specific event or a targeted "reset." • The Session (3 Hours): 15–30 minutes of settling in, followed by 90–120 minutes of deep EMDR processing. • Closure: The final 30 minutes are dedicated to grounding and reflection to ensure you feel stable for the rest of your day. • Total Investment: $1,100 for weekdays, $1,650 for weekends