Let’s Talk Claim Your Free Profile

EMDR Intensives

A focused, accelerated format of EMDR that condenses weeks or months of trauma therapy into a few extended sessions for faster healing.

Quick Overview

Best for

PTSD, single-event trauma, complex trauma, phobias, grief, performance anxiety, first responders.

Session format

Individual · In person or Virtual (with adapted protocols).

Typical cadence

1–5 days · Extended sessions lasting 2–6 hours.

Duration

Short-term (often completed within days or weeks),

Often combined with

Somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, or integration coaching.

Evidence base

Supported by research showing accelerated benefits for trauma resolution.

overview-figure

What Are EMDR Intensives?

Unlike traditional weekly therapy, EMDR Intensives provide extended sessions designed to accelerate trauma healing. This format can compress months of treatment into days, making it especially effective for:

How EMDR Intensives Help in Recovery

Accelerating Healing Through Focused Trauma Therapy

Accelerates progress

Accelerates progress

Resolves trauma in days rather than months

Supports busy schedules

Supports busy schedules

Helpful for those unable to attend weekly sessions

Provides focused care

Provides focused care

Allows deep immersion into the EMDR process

Strengthens resilience

Strengthens resilience

Many clients experience faster relief and greater clarity

What to Expect in Sessions

EMDR Intensives follow the same eight-phase structure but in extended time blocks:

History & planning

Comprehensive assessment and preparation.

Assessment

 Target selection and belief identification.

Desensitization & reprocessing

Extended bilateral stimulation sessions.

Installation & body scan

Strengthening positive beliefs and releasing distress

Closure & integration

Ensuring emotional stability at the end of each day

session image

Who Benefits from EMDR Intensives?

Designed for Those Seeking Faster, Deeper Emotional Relief

Single-Event Trauma Survivors

Single-Event Trauma Survivors

Individuals with single-event trauma (e.g., accidents, natural disasters)

High-Performance Professionals

High-Performance Professionals

People with time-sensitive needs (athletes, executives, first responders)

Recent Trauma Survivors

Recent Trauma Survivors

Survivors of recent traumatic events needing immediate support

Preparing for Major Life Transitions

Preparing for Major Life Transitions

Clients preparing for transitions or high-stress events

Complex Trauma Clients

Complex Trauma Clients

Those with complex trauma who prefer immersive work

Why TruPaths Highlights EMDR Intensives

Because Transformative Healing Deserves Dedicated Focus

TruPaths highlights EMDR Intensives because not everyone can commit to weekly therapy. This model offers flexibility, efficiency, and accelerated healing without sacrificing safety or effectiveness.

FAQs about EMDR Intensives

Yes. Therapists pace sessions carefully and may combine intensives with ongoing support.
Yes, EMDR Intensives can be effectively delivered online through secure video platforms with trained therapists.
Most EMDR Intensives last 3–6 hours per day over one to three days, depending on your goals and needs.
Coverage varies—some plans may reimburse part of the cost, while others consider intensives an out-of-pocket service.
Yes, research suggests EMDR Intensives can produce lasting results comparable to traditional weekly EMDR sessions.

Find Recovery Options Offering EMDR Intensives

Healing doesn’t always have to take months. EMDR Intensives provide a structured, accelerated path to process trauma, restore balance, and move forward.

About TruPath's Recommendations

Recommendations are based on your location and recovery needs, including the programs you've explored, the services you've saved, and the filters you've used. We use this information to highlight similar treatment options so you never miss a trusted path forward.