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Intensive Therapy
Weekly Therapy Isn’t always the right answer.
Maybe you’ve tried it and find that every time you’re starting to make some progress, your 50 minutes is up, and the next session feels like starting all over. Perhaps you’ve never even tried it because your busy schedule simply doesn’t afford you the flexibility in your schedule to commit to weekly sessions over a long period, whereas therapy intensives can achieve significant change over a short period.
You might be here because:
You need a cost-effective approach to therapy
A recent event has shaken your sense of stability or safety
Traditional weekly therapy hasn’t delivered the results you need
You’re ready for real change, tired of incremental, inconsistent progress
Whether you're an adult ready to finally break unhelpful patterns in your life, a stressed-out parent or professional craving balance and connection, or an entrepreneur battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt…please know change is possible. With intensives, it can happen in a way that works for you and your already-busy schedule.
What is Intensive Therapy?
Understanding the core principles and approach of intensive therapy.
Intensive therapy is a concentrated and immersive form of therapy designed to accelerate the healing process and promote rapid progress. Unlike traditional weekly therapy, which can sometimes feel fragmented, intensive therapy offers extended therapy sessions that allow for a deeper dive into the issues at hand. This approach is ideal for individuals and couples seeking to address specific concerns or goals in a shorter period. By dedicating a concentrated amount of time to therapy, clients can experience significant emotional processing, insight, and growth in a much shorter period. This method is particularly effective for those who are ready to make substantial changes and experience healing more quickly.
Helping adults put the past to rest and get back to feeling like themselves…fast.
How intensive therapy works
Intensives are concentrated therapy sessions designed to deliver accelerated results.
How Intensive Therapy Works
A closer look at the process.
The journey of intensive therapy begins with a consultation with a trained therapist to determine if this approach is the right fit for you. Once it’s established that intensive therapy is suitable, a personalized plan is crafted to meet your unique needs. This plan may include a combination of therapeutic approaches such as Brainspotting, EMDR, somatic experiencing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and experiential components. The intensive therapy sessions themselves are designed to be immersive experiences, allowing you to fully engage with your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Throughout the process, the therapist creates a safe and supportive environment, facilitating deep work and skill building. This concentrated time allows for more profound insights and quicker progress compared to traditional therapy.
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Therapy intensives help clients go deeper and get results faster. Rather than stopping and starting in 1-hour blocks every week, intensives allow you to set aside a larger chunk of time to do the deep work necessary to achieve real, long-lasting change. This is a cutting-edge, research-backed approach to therapy. Our work together will be focused, in-depth, and personalized to you & your goals.
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Intensives encompass a number of different sessions and avenues for support. We’ll customize each of the following based on your needs:
Consult: We’ll start with a 20-minute consultation call to ensure this model is the right fit for you, and that I’m the right counselor to support you. During this time, we’ll also determine the length and number of intensive sessions you are likely to need. This can always be adjusted later, if needed.
Pre-Intake: You’ll complete a detailed intake packet sharing about your background, current challenges, and goals.
Intake Session: We’ll meet for a 90-minute intake session to review additional information and create a detailed plan, including goals and outcome measures to ensure we can accurately track your progress.
Plan: Together, we will craft a customized plan combining both talk therapy, Brainspotting, EMDR, and DBT skills training to help you achieve deep healing.
Intensive Session(s): We’ll meet for the selected number of sessions. They can occur in-person in my office in Spokane, on-site at a vacation rental or other venue within a 50-mile radius of Spokane, or online anywhere in WA and ID.
(Optional) Post-Intensive Session: To measure your progress, debrief, and ensure you feel well-equipped to integrate your new insights into daily life, we can meet for an optional 60-minute post-intensive session.
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A detailed intake questionnaire
An interactive intensive treatment workbook (much like a personal workbook to collect your thoughts before, during, and after)
A customized plan incorporating Brainspotting, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills, and relational talk therapy suited to your goals and desired outcomes
Specialized support every step of the way
Faster results.
Fewer dollars.
Intensives are investments in your overall wellbeing—and, believe it or not, often come out less expensive than traditional therapy. In a single 3-hour intensive, you can accomplish what is likely to take months of weekly therapy. At $150 or $250/session, this adds up quickly.
When you choose an intensive, you’re not just saving money—you’re saving time, too. This model is focused on spending focused, concentrated time on the deep work that’s actually going to result in change in your day-to-day life.
I know your circumstances are unique, so I believe your treatment should be, too. I customize each intensive package according to each client’s unique situation, needs, and goals. We will work together to design an intensive program that meets your needs. Packages start at $750. Below are example packages:
Intensive Program Options
Weekday Intensives
Program Total Hours Fee 1-Day Intensive 6 hours $990 2-Day Intensive 9 hours $1,485
Weekend Intensives
Program Total Hours Fee 1-Day Intensive 6 hours $1,110 2-Day Intensive 9 hours $1,665 3-Day Intensive 12 hours $2,220
Each program includes a 90-minute intake, and 90-minute follow-up session. Additional time may be added to your customized intensive schedule as needed.
Custom packages for every client
Intensive sessions are available in 3-4 hour lengths and may be offered in 1, 2, 3, or 4-day formats. Sessions may be scheduled consecutively or on separate weeks. Due to licensing laws I am only able to work with clients located in WA or ID during the time of our sessions.
What to Expect from an Intensive Therapy Session
Preparing for your intensive therapy experience.
Preparing for an intensive therapy session involves setting aside dedicated time for self-reflection, journaling, or meditation to help you connect with your emotions and thoughts. During the session, you can expect a combination of talk therapy, experiential exercises, and skill-building activities tailored to your specific needs and goals. The therapist will guide you through the process, providing support and guidance as needed. After the session, you may experience a sense of relief, renewed energy, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships. It’s essential to commit to the process, allowing yourself the time and space to integrate the insights and changes into your daily life. This commitment to the intensive therapy process can lead to lasting and meaningful change.
