Extended therapy sessions for deeper, more focused work
For some people, weekly therapy can feel fragmented — just as something important begins to emerge, the session ends.
Extended therapy sessions for deeper, more focused work
For some people, weekly therapy can feel fragmented — just as something important begins to emerge, the session ends. There isn't always enough time to slow down, build momentum, or stay with what's arising long enough for it to shift.
Intensives create more space. More space to build safety. More space to work with the patterns, memories, or internal conflicts that need sustained attention without rushing your nervous system.
Using EMDR, parts work, attachment-focused therapy, and somatic approaches, intensives allow us to stay with the work long enough for something meaningful to move — without forcing a timeline on your system.
For many people with complex trauma, the most important part of deep work isn't intensity — it's having enough space to stay connected to yourself while difficult material emerges.
What intensives may help with
When intensives may not be the right fit
We determine together whether this format feels supportive and appropriate — there's no pressure either way.
Choosing the right kind of intensive
EMDR-Focused Intensives
More target-oriented and memory-processing centered. Best suited for clients who already have a foundation of stability and want to move through specific stuck material more efficiently.
Attachment & Parts-Based Intensives
More relational, slower, and integration-oriented. Centered around understanding internal conflict, building nervous system coherence, and creating enough space for deeper safety to develop.
This is a signature area of focus for this practice.
What intensives look like
Intensives are extended individual therapy sessions — not workshops or group retreats. Everything is centered entirely around your nervous system, history, and goals.
3 hrs
Half-day intensive
4–5 hrs
Extended intensive
Full day
Full-day intensive
Some intensives involve focused EMDR processing. Others are slower and more relational — building safety, understanding protective patterns, mapping parts, or working through attachment wounds with more spaciousness than weekly therapy allows.
There is always room for grounding, pacing, breaks, and adjustment along the way. The format serves the work, not the other way around.
My approach to intensive work
I don't believe healing happens by overwhelming the nervous system. More time doesn't mean more pressure — it means more room to go slowly, to notice what's happening in real time, and to stay connected to yourself as difficult material emerges.
"Intensives are paced collaboratively and carefully. We work with your system, not against it."
Humor, rest, reflection, and moments of genuine relief are part of the process too. Not every hour needs to be heavy — sometimes the most important thing that happens in an intensive is a moment of unexpected ease.
Logistics
Location
In-person in Portland, OR (801 NE Alberta St). Video intensives available for clients throughout Oregon and Washington.
Who can book
Available to existing clients and new clients following an initial consultation to assess fit and readiness.
Scheduling
Customized scheduling based on your needs and availability. Discussed during consultation.
Fees & insurance
Extended-format sessions may not be covered by insurance. Private pay details discussed during consultation. See fees page →
Curious whether an intensive is right for you?
A free 15-minute consultation is the best place to start — we can talk through what you're working on and whether this format makes sense.
Contact
Whether you have a question, an idea, or just want to say hello, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help.