trauma Intensives

Therapy intensives are designed for clients who are seeking a deeper, more focused experience than traditional weekly sessions allow. I have moved my therapy practice model toward an intensive practicing, meaning I no longer offer 55-minute, weekly sessions, and instead offer a longer, uninterrupted block of therapy—typically 2, 4, or 6 hours, spread out over days, weeks, or months— to support deeper processing and movement through areas that feel stuck or hard to access.

This format can be especially helpful when:

Progress feels stalled despite consistent therapy
There is a specific block, pattern, or impasse to work through
The nervous system benefits from continuity and spaciousness
Travel, schedules, or life circumstances make weekly sessions difficult

“The work is not to fix what broke. It is to sit beside it long enough
for life to return.”

DBR / EMDR Intensives — Frequently Asked Questions

Intensives may be a good fit for clients who have already done some therapeutic work and are looking to go deeper, or for those who feel stuck in a particular pattern, symptom, or internal impasse. They can be especially helpful for people who benefit from continuity and spaciousness rather than starting and stopping each week.
Intensives are not appropriate for everyone. They may not be recommended for individuals who are currently in acute crisis, experiencing active substance dependence, or who do not yet have enough internal or external support to tolerate deeper trauma work. We will assess readiness together before moving forward.
No. Intensives are offered to new clients, usually those who already have an established therapeutic relationship with another therapist who does not do deep trauma work, including DBR. Your history, goals, and current level of support are all taken into consideration when scheduling. An initial consultation is required to determine fit.
An intensive typically includes periods of focused therapeutic work alongside time for grounding, regulation, and integration. Sessions are paced carefully, with attention to the nervous system and your capacity in the moment. This is not about pushing through—it’s about creating enough safety and space for meaningful processing.
Most intensives are 2, 4, or 6 hours in length, often working toward a total of 10–12 treatment hours over a few days, weeks, or months. Emerging clinical research on Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) suggests that this range may be associated with significant reductions in PTSD symptoms for some individuals. In certain cases, longer or multi-session intensives may be recommended depending on the nature of the trauma and your individual needs.
The work can be deep, but it is approached slowly and thoughtfully. The extended time allows for regulation and settling, which can actually feel less jarring than shorter sessions. We will continually monitor pace and capacity throughout the process.
DBR and EMDR intensives are offered both in-office and in nature-based settings, including the ranch. The setting is chosen collaboratively based on the modality, your preferences, and what feels most supportive.
Integration is an important part of this work. We will discuss what support looks like following an intensive, including rest, reflection, and possible follow-up sessions. Intensives can stand alone or be woven into ongoing therapy.
If you’re curious, uncertain, or wondering whether this approach might be supportive, the best next step is a consultation. Together, we can explore your goals, readiness, and what kind of pacing would feel most appropriate.

trauma Intensives