Therapy for Trauma
From a therapeutic perspective, trauma is our body’s response to a severely distressing event that we experience. Usually, it’s a event that carries a significant danger to ourselves or someone we care about and often it’s an event that is outside of our control. Our body responds to these experiences in unique ways that can show up later in life and cause us problems. Trauma requires a specialized approach to healing.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is one of those specialized approaches that is practiced at DNA Therapy. It is a widely recognized, highly studied, and very effective means of helping you recover from your traumatic experiences, even if those things happens many years ago during your childhood. Whether you’re experiencing symptoms typical of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (e.g. flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance, substance abuse, etc) or other responses to trauma, EMDR can be a very effective means of helping you.
EMDR Intensives are focused, extended therapy sessions designed to accelerate the healing process for individuals seeking relief from trauma, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Unlike traditional therapy sessions, which typically last 50-60 minutes, EMDR Intensives are conducted over longer blocks of time—usually 90 minutes to several hours in a single day or across a few consecutive days. This approach allows for deeper work in a shorter timeframe, enabling clients to process and resolve distressing memories or emotions more efficiently. EMDR Intensives are particularly beneficial for those with busy schedules, those experiencing acute distress, or individuals looking for faster results compared to weekly sessions.
The process involves evidence-based EMDR techniques, providing a structured and supportive environment to help clients move through their healing journey at an accelerated pace while still ensuring safety and care.
Overall, EMDR intensives provide extended, focused sessions designed to support deeper healing in a shorter period of time, while EMDR remains thoughtfully integrated into ongoing therapy when clinically appropriate.
Investment & Session Options
Focused EMDR sessions and intensives are offered on a self-pay basis due to their extended length and structured format.
Focused EMDR Session (90 minutes): $250
Half-Day EMDR Intensive (3 hours): $750–$900
Comprehensive Trauma & Treatment Planning Session (90 minutes): $275
(Required prior to scheduling an intensive)
Pricing reflects dedicated preparation, extended session time, and individualized care. Together, we determine the most appropriate option based on your goals, readiness, and clinical needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are EMDR intensives different from weekly therapy?
Weekly therapy is ongoing and supportive, while EMDR intensives are time-limited and focused. Intensives allow for deeper trauma processing in fewer sessions and are ideal for clients seeking momentum without long-term weekly scheduling.
Do I still need weekly therapy if I do an intensive?
Not always. Some clients use intensives as stand-alone work, while others integrate them alongside or after weekly therapy. Recommendations are made collaboratively based on safety, goals, and support needs.
Are EMDR intensives covered by insurance?
EMDR intensives are typically self-pay due to session length and structure. Insurance may still be used for standard weekly therapy when applicable.
How do I know if an intensive is right for me?
A planning session is required to assess readiness, clarify goals, and determine whether an intensive is clinically appropriate. This ensures the work is ethical, supportive, and effective.
What issues can be addressed in an intensive?
Common focus areas include trauma-related experiences, negative core beliefs, emotional blocks, anxiety linked to past events, and patterns that feel “stuck” despite prior therapy.
If you're ready to heal from your trauma, reach out to us. We're here to help you release negativity and embrace your true, authentic self today.