EMDR Therapy Intensives in Cape Coral, Florida
When 50 minute sessions aren’t enough anymore.
That's not a you problem. That's a format problem.
You have sat in the chair, done the work, and something still has not moved. That is not failure. That is what happens when 50-minute sessions keep reopening what they never have enough time to close. EMDR Intensives create the uninterrupted time your nervous system actually needs.
(Not in Florida? I’ve still got you. Scroll down for travel intensive details.)
You may be a good fit for an EMDR Intensive if you:
Have unresolved trauma from past or recent events, big or small
Carry childhood trauma, emotional neglect, or an unpredictable upbringing
Feel stuck even when life looks stable on the outside
Are always the one holding everything together and you're f*cking exhausted
Have done therapy before but something still feels unresolved
Experience anxiety, shutdown, or emotional overwhelm that won't budge
Notice the same unhealthy relationship patterns playing out again and again
Are ready to do deep, focused healing instead of spreading it out for years
You Are Not Broken. You Are Burnt Out From Holding Everything Together.
You are the one people call. The one who figures it out. The one who holds it together when everyone else falls apart. From the outside, your life looks functional, hell, maybe even impressive.
But you know what's running underneath it.
Your brain never fully shuts off. You’re always preparing for the next problem, replaying conversations, overthinking decisions you made. You can explain exactly why you do the things you do yet you still can't stop doing them. This is exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix.
You've got the language and the insight. What you haven't had is the time and space to let your nervous system actually finish processing what it's been carrying all these years.
That's what EMDR Intensives are for.
Not more pushing through or just coping. It’s the real work, the kind that goes back to the source and changes something at the root. It works with the memory where it's stored, so it can start to feel more like the past and stop responding to it in your present day life.
What Is an EMDR Therapy Intensive
An EMDR Intensive is a dedicated block of time designed for deeper trauma processing. Instead of squeezing your history into 50-minute blocks, we create an extended container where your brain has the space to access and integrate difficult experiences without the constant interruption of stopping and restarting the work.
This focused format allows you to move through trauma patterns more efficiently while ensuring you stay supported and regulated throughout the entire process.
EMDR Intensives typically include:
Extended therapy sessions, no more hitting your stride and then stopping
Focused trauma processing using EMDR
Fewer interruptions in the healing work
Deeper nervous system processing
A more concentrated pace for many clients compared to traditional weekly therapy
When Does an EMDR Intensive Make More Sense Than Weekly Sessions?
Weekly therapy and intensives do the same core work at a different pace. Weekly gives you steady processing with time in between to live your life and notice what shifts. Intensives give you longer, uninterrupted blocks, which some people need to get all the way into the hard stuff.
Why Some People Want More Than 55 Minutes
Every session has a beginning and an end. There's time to settle in at the start and time to close things down at the end so you can drive home, go back to work, or pick up the kids. For some people that rhythm is exactly right. For others, it feels like reading a 400-page book three pages at a time, where half your energy goes to remembering where you left off.
What Longer Blocks Make Room For
Staying with it: When something big comes up, we have time to keep working with it instead of watching the clock.
The root instead of the fire of the week: We spend the time on the older stuff underneath that's usually running the show, instead of only having time for whatever shit blew up on Tuesday.
Your schedule: One to three days blocked off can be easier to protect than a standing weekly appointment your calendar keeps eating.
The right fit depends on your history, your life, and the pace that feels right for you.. If you're tired of circling the same themes and getting cut off right when you reach the core of it, an intensive is worth talking about. If you'd rather have someone in your corner week after week, weekly might be your move. Either way, that's what the free consult is for.
Who EMDR Therapy Intensives Are Designed For
Most clients who choose EMDR Intensives are capable, responsible women who have spent years managing stress, holding everything together, and pushing through difficult experiences.
They’ve done therapy before, read the books, and developed strong coping skills. Yet certain patterns still feel stuck.
Anxiety returns in familiar situations. Emotional shutdown happens automatically. Old relationship dynamics repeat themselves.
EMDR Intensives allow dedicated time to focus on those deeper patterns, the ones that survived years of traditional therapy because talking about them wasn't enough to change them.
Instead of only managing symptoms, the goal is to help your brain reprocess unresolved experiences so your nervous system can finally drop the guard and actually settle.
Can I Travel to Cape Coral, Florida for an EMDR Intensive?
Yes. You don't have to live in Southwest Florida to work with me. If you live outside Florida, your intensive happens in person here in Cape Coral, since telehealth only works for clients who reside in Florida. And honestly, getting the hell out of your daily environment can make it a lot easier to focus.
When you're away from the noise, the obligations, and the constant pull to show up for everyone else first, you get to focus on one thing: YOU!
If you're traveling in, a 2 or 3-day intensive is usually the best fit. That gives us time for a thorough intake, focused processing, and integration before you head home.
We'll map it all out together before you book, so you know exactly what you're walking into before you ever pack a bag.
What Happens After I Head Home?
My license is a Florida license, so you need to be physically in Florida for every session. Once you're home, ongoing therapy has to happen with a therapist licensed in your state. I can still check in, answer questions, and help you schedule a follow-up intensive if you want one.
I also strongly encourage you to have a therapist close to home for the stretches in between, because you deserve support you can reach on a random Wednesday.
When an EMDR Intensive May Not Be the Right Starting Point
EMDR Therapy Intensives are powerful but they're not the right first step for every situation. Some clients benefit from stabilization or foundational skill-building before moving into longer trauma processing sessions. This is exactly what the consultation is for.
An intensive may not be appropriate if you're currently:
In an active crisis situation
Experiencing severe instability in daily functioning
Needing foundational stabilization work first
If that's where you are right now, that's completely okay. We'll figure out the right path together.
Weekly Therapy vs EMDR Intensives
What’s the Difference?
Both use the same EMDR. The difference is how the time is packaged, and here's how they stack up side by side.
Weekly Therapy:
55-minute sessions, weekly or biweekly
In person in Cape Coral or telehealth across Florida
$185 per session
Time between sessions to live your life and notice what's shifting
A good fit if you want someone in your corner week after week
EMDR Intensives:
3 to 6 hour processing blocks over 1 to 3 days
In person in Cape Coral (open to women traveling in) or telehealth across Florida
Packages start at $1,375
Longer blocks mean we're not racing a 55-minute clock when something big comes up
A good fit if your calendar keeps eating weekly sessions or you want to go deeper in a shorter window
See the full breakdown of weekly and intensive pricing, or book a free consult and we'll figure out which one fits you.
EMDR Intensive Options
EMDR Therapy Intensives are structured to provide focused time for trauma processing while allowing space for preparation and integration. All Intensives include a 90-minute Intake session and integration resources. Three formats are currently offered:
1–2 Day EMDR Intensive Packages
Focused EMDR therapy sessions lasting 3–4 hours each, scheduled over one or two days depending on your goals and readiness. Best for one or two clearly identifiable events like a loss, betrayal, accident, or specific trauma. One day Intensive Packages include a 60-minute post integration session.
Starting at $1,375
8-Week EMDR Intensive Program: The Untamed Reset
Four 3-hour EMDR Intensive sessions scheduled biweekly across eight weeks, with integration support between sessions. Best for long-term, layered trauma such as emotional neglect, chronic overwhelm, complex PTSD, or years of carrying everything alone.
Program Price: $3,450
16-Week EMDR Intensive Program: The Untamed Raw to Rooted
Eight bi-weekly 2-hour EMDR Intensive sessions scheduled biweekly across 16 weeks, with integration support between sessions. Best for the woman who has done some therapy or self-help work but has not yet gotten to the core, the attachment wounds, the patterns, the triggers that still do not fully make sense. This program gives your nervous system the space and pace it needs to start making sense of things before diving deeper.
Program Price: $4,450
Common Concerns About EMDR Intensives
What if the work feels overwhelming?
We go at your pace, always. Your nervous system remains within a tolerable range throughout the intensive. The goal is safe, effective EMDR processing, not emotional flooding. Grounding and stabilization are built into every session.
What if I am not ready?
That is exactly what the consultation helps determine. We will briefly talk about your history, goals, and readiness before deciding whether an intensive is appropriate. The goal is to make sure the timing and structure of the work feel supportive and realistic for where you are right now.
What if I don’t remember everything from my past?
You don't need to. EMDR works with patterns, triggers, and emotional reactions, not just clear memories. The brain holds experiences in the nervous system and body even when the full story isn't consciously accessible.
What if I’ve already tried therapy and it didn’t work?
That doesn't mean therapy failed, it means something deeper hasn't been touched yet. Most clients who come to me have done years of traditional therapy and personal growth work. That self-awareness often makes EMDR more effective, not less. The difference is EMDR processes what's been stuck, not just helps you talk about it.
Is an EMDR Intensive Worth the Cost?
It depends on what you need. An intensive costs more upfront, but you get hours of focused work instead of 55 minutes at a time. If weekly fits you better, I'll tell you.
HSA and FSA funds are accepted, and payment plans are available.
What Happens During the Consultation
The consultation is a 20-minute Telehealth conversation designed to determine whether an EMDR Intensive is the right fit for your situation.
Step 1: You schedule your tele-health consultation through the calendar below. Or request availability if there is not a spot that works for you.
Step 2: We briefly talk about what you have been experiencing and what you hope will change.
Step 3: I walk you through how EMDR Intensives work and answer all your questions.
Step 4: If it feels like a good fit, we map out your next steps.
Ready to Stop Carrying Everything Alone?
If you're tired of pushing through exhaustion, overthinking everything, and holding more than your nervous system was meant to handle alone, an EMDR Intensive may be your next step toward real relief.
Women in Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Southwest Florida, and across Florida via Telehealth are welcome.
Traveling in from out of state? Let's talk.
Frequent Asked Questions about EMDR Intensives
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To secure your EMDR Intensive date, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required once we agree to move forward and schedule your package.
Once scheduled, I will hold your dates for one week. During that time, you will need to complete all paperwork and assessments in the client portal. The remaining balance is due in full the week of your intensive.
For example, if your intensive is on a Thursday, the balance is due that Monday. I do offer flexible payment plans, which we can discuss during your consultation to find the best fit for your needs.
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Let’s talk moo-lah. EMDR Intensives are not covered by insurance. However, you can use your Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for either all or a portion of the cost.
If you have out-of-network benefits, your insurance might reimburse a portion, though they rarely make it easy. Your best bet is to call the number on your card and ask:
Do I have out-of-network benefits for mental health?
Do I have an out-of-network deductible, and has it been met?
What CPT codes do you reimburse? (Ask about code 90837 and billing for extended session time in one day without crisis.)
What is the "allowable amount" for reimbursement?
Insurance companies love to be vague AF, so get clear answers before assuming they will cover anything. I can provide a superbill for you to submit, but payment is due in full prior to your session regardless of reimbursement.
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Intensives can work well alongside ongoing therapy with your own therapist.
We can team up to ensure you are getting the best support possible. I will ask you to sign a Release of Information (ROI) so I can collaborate with your primary therapist. This keeps your healing goals aligned and ensures you get the most out of the process, no matter where you are in your journey
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To work with me, you must be physically present in Florida during our sessions. If you are out of state, you can absolutely travel to Cape Coral for an intensive. Many times, getting the hell out of dodge and away from your daily stressors allows you to fully dive into the healing process.
When you are away from the distractions and the constant pressure to over-function, you can finally focus on yourself. If you are traveling from out of state, a 2-day Intensive is usually the best fit. Please note: Once you leave Florida, I legally cannot provide follow-up support. We will create a clear game plan and ensure you have a solid support system lined up for when you return home.
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EMDR Intensives are a highly effective approach for PTSD and complex trauma. Research shows that this format often leads to deeper symptom relief and fewer treatment dropouts compared to traditional weekly therapy.
This format is especially powerful for childhood trauma and attachment wounds because it allows for concentrated processing without the constant interruption of weekly "check-ins." By eliminating the stop-and-start of traditional therapy, intensives allow you to do the deep work more efficiently.
Want to see the research? Check out these studies:
Intensive EMDR to Treat C-PTSD
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