Some problems don't need another weekly appointment. They need focused attention.

Not necessarily. And I'd be skeptical of anyone promising you that a particular treatment format is automatically better.

An intensive gives us longer, more concentrated time to work, which can be helpful if you're addressing a specific experience or pattern, have scheduling constraints, or find that traditional sessions end just as you're getting into meaningful work.

But more hours don't automatically mean better outcomes. Your history, current symptoms, readiness, and available support all matter. We'll discuss whether an intensive makes clinical sense for you rather than assuming it's the right option because it's what I offer.

Yes, potentially. And you don't necessarily have to stop seeing your current therapist to work with me.

I offer adjunctive EMDR, which means we can focus on specific treatment goals while you maintain your existing therapeutic relationship.

With your permission, I can coordinate with your therapist so we're clear about what each of us is addressing, how treatment fits together, and what follow-up support might be helpful.

Not every situation is appropriate for adjunctive treatment, but it's absolutely something we can discuss.

No. And this is one of the things people are often surprised to learn about EMDR.

EMDR doesn't necessarily require you to describe every detail of a distressing experience out loud. We still need to understand enough about your history and treatment goals to work safely and effectively, but you don't have to provide a play-by-play of everything that happened.

We'll discuss what information is clinically relevant, what you're comfortable sharing, and how to approach the work.

The goal isn't to make you repeatedly retell something painful for the sake of retelling it.

You don't need to figure that out before contacting me.

We'll look at what you're hoping to address, your treatment history, your current symptoms, and what kind of support you have outside of sessions.

Sometimes a 90-minute appointment makes the most sense. Sometimes an extended session gives us enough room. And sometimes a multi-day intensive is worth considering.

I offer different formats because people have different needs—not because everyone should automatically choose the longest one.

Potentially, yes. EMDR can be used as part of treatment for longstanding trauma-related difficulties, including experiences that have shaped how you see yourself, relate to others, or respond to stress.

That said, complex trauma doesn't necessarily mean you need a longer intensive.

For some people, a more gradual approach with additional preparation, stabilization, or ongoing support may be more appropriate.

We'll look at the whole picture before deciding what kind of treatment makes sense. I'm interested in doing the work thoughtfully, not seeing how much we can squeeze into a few days.

People respond differently to EMDR. You might feel tired, emotional, relieved, unsettled, or notice changes in how you think about certain experiences. Some people notice very little immediately.

Processing can continue between sessions, which is one reason I want us to talk about your schedule, support system, and what you'll be doing afterward.

We'll discuss what to expect, how to respond if difficult feelings come up, and whether additional support or follow-up treatment is appropriate.

I generally wouldn't recommend planning an emotionally demanding schedule immediately afterward if you have the flexibility to avoid it.

My practice is private pay. I don't accept insurance or provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.

I accept major credit and debit cards, along with HSA and FSA cards. You'll want to confirm eligibility with your plan administrator before using those funds.

Payment plans are available for intensive packages, and we'll discuss the financial arrangements before confirming your dates.

I know these services are a significant investment. I'd rather be clear about the cost upfront than have you wondering what you're agreeing to.

The cancellation policy depends on the type of session you've booked.

For 90-minute and extended sessions, cancellations with less than 48 hours' notice are subject to 50% of the session fee. Less than 24 hours' notice is subject to the full fee.

For EMDR intensives, deposits are nonrefundable. If you cancel within seven days of your scheduled intensive, the full package fee is due, including any remaining balance.

We'll review the policies before booking so there aren't any surprises.