Somatic Therapy Intensives
Nervous System Regulation | Trauma Release | Somatic Therapy Intensives |Somatic EMDR Orlando, FL
How Somatic Therapy helps
Talk therapy alone cannot provide whole person healing.
We need to connect with, listen to, and help the body find safety so that it can release and heal. Words and more insights are not required for this type of deep healing.
If you are tired of trying to talk your way into changing, then Somatic EMDR Intensives may the next right step for you. Imagine being able to accomplish in one session what may take months in traditional therapy. That’s the power of healing from the body
Maybe you…
wonder if there might be a deeper reason your body keeps struggling and your medical conditions keep flaring up.
have head knowledge and yet it seems like your body and your emotions can’t get together. It’s like there is an internal battle inside. You long for deep alignment and inner peace.
want to to tell your partner, friend or counselor about a painful event, but you can’t seem to find the words
don’t have memories of your childhood or large chunks of time, but you have symptoms…
you feel jumpy, anxious, have trouble relaxing, resting and slowing down
What happens to the body after trauma
When we are in a situation where our brains registers danger (whether it is real or perceived) our body’s first goal is survival.
To focus more efficiently on surviving, our language access goes “off-line” until the body recognizes the danger is over. The portion of the brain that signals danger is activated, the logical and meaning making portions go off-line. That’s why we loose access to language, time and meaning making.
Since trauma is not a logical wound, it does not heal by simply talking or changing your thoughts. Later when the event comes up in your mind (triggers, flashbacks, dreams, anniversaries of the event), your body will try to “help” by shutting down the language area again. This protective brain cycle can leave us feeling stuck, helpless, and weary.
How somatic EMDR helps heal from trauma
The way our system (mind-body) is designed to survive trauma is to sense and survive the danger and not necessarily make sense of it.
The mechanism that enables us to get through a painful moment also compromises our ability to access words, describe and make meaning of our experiences. That’s part of why we have difficulty in therapy when recalling or verbally processing traumatic events. We cannot fully heal if we are disconnected from our bodies.
This is why Somatic or body-focused approaches are foundational to lasting, holistic healing. Through Somatic Therapies we can help the body register that the traumatic event is over/in the past and help the body release the stuck survival energy and reset your central nervous system. Isn't the body AMAZING!
You’re in the right place.
Somatic EMDR intensives can help you accomplish in one session what may take months in traditional therapy.
What is a Therapy Intensive?
A Therapy Intensive is an accelerated form of therapy designed to help clients go deeper and get results faster. Instead of attending therapy one hour per week for a year, why not carve out a weekend or a week for Therapy Intensives? It’s a cutting-edge approach to help people feel better faster. No need for a weekly therapy appointment.
In fact, many people think of Therapy Intensives like a retreat. For that weekend or week you can unplug, take time off work, get a babysitter, or even stay in a hotel.
This time is completely dedicated to you so you can focus on healing, reflecting, and reconnecting.
What you get with your Somatic Therapy Intensive
✓ Cutting-edge Evidence-based treatment
✓ Personalized Intensive workbook & customized treatment plan
✓ Pre- and Post-Intensive sessions
✓ Summary notes to your primary therapist (if you choose)
✓ A partner on your journey to healing
Getting started is simple, here are the next steps.
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Pre-Intensive Assessment
A 60-minute session to determine the goals of the Somatic Therapy Intensive and prepare for the experience. We will identify the painful memories, beliefs, emotions, body sensations, or images from which you are seeking relief.
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Intensive Session
Somatic Therapy Intensive sessions take place at the office or virtually, and are scheduled for 1 or 3 days for 3 hours each day. Intensives include workbook, treatment plan and resourcing activities customized for you and your goals.
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Post-Intensive Follow-Up
A 60-minute session to debrief the experience and reflect on areas of insight, relief, and transformation. Discuss your next steps for continued growth and healing. If you choose, I will then send an intensive summary to your primary therapist.
Your Options
Choose the right format for you.
I offer intensives in a few formats, depending on your budget, needs, & goals.
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If one of these applies to you, them a 1 Day Intensive may be the option for you:
We have met for an intensive in the past and you have some new things you want to process.
You are a current client and you want to meet for an 3 hour block
You want an occasional tune-up (ie: monthly or quarterly).
1-Day intensive option includes:
3 hours of Intensive EMDR Therapy
Personalized treatment resources, journaling prompts, and creative processing resources.
Available on Fridays
Cost: $1,160
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Your personalized 1-Day Intensive Includes:
6 hours of intensive therapy
2 additional hours of pre-and post Intensive interviews
Personalized treatment plan and workbook. Workbook includes over 30 pages of resources, assessments, & materials to help you optimize your experience.
Coordination of care and session summary for your current therapist
Available on Fridays
Cost: $2,900
Payment plans available through Care Credit.
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In this personalized program, you will find time and space dedicated to experience safety, and deeper, accelerated healing.
Your personalized 3-Day Intensive Includes:
9 hours of intensive therapy over 3 days
1 hour of pre-Intensive session
1 hour post-Intensive session
Personalized treatment plan and workbook. Workbook includes over 30 pages of resources, assessments, & materials to help you optimize your experience.
Intensive session summary for your current therapist to make your return to therapy seamless (if you choose, with your signed permission)
Available on weekends (Fridays-to Sundays)
Cost: $3,770
Payment plans available through Care Credit.
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You want all the benefits of the intensive but in a more private or convenient way.
Whether you would like have me come to your home, add on a massage or meal to your experience, or if you want on option that is not listed, let me know and I may be able to accommodate your request.
Here are some examples of what concierge services could look like:
A retreat style intensive with add-ons such as massages, yoga, and choice of meals built into the Intensive to create an immersive healing experience.
Requesting me travel your home or vacation rental so you can have the benefits of an intensive in the privacy and comfort of your own space.
Different set up such as meeting for two intensive sessions in the same day (for a total of up to 6 hours of therapy per day).
Cost Starting at $ 4,770
Please Note: Due to licensure limitations, I am able to travel and offer you concierge services in the states of Florida and Georgia.
Find the healing you’ve been seeking.
faqs
Other Somatic Intensive questions? I’ve got answers.
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When the portion of the brain that signals danger is activated, the logical and meaning making portions go off-line. We lose language access when we are in an overwhelming or dangerous moment so our system can focus on surviving.
It’s part of how our body is designed to survive…Think of it this way, if you were being chased by a bear, it would not be helpful to stop to think and think about how the bear got there, what species of bear it was or what you were going to have for dinner. Your our body would be on a mission to get you out of danger and it would automatically activate your fight, flight or freeze mode to help you getting out of danger.
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I get it; the term "Somatics" might sound a bit out there, but it's actually a legitimate and evidence-based therapy. It's all about the mind-body connection and how physical sensations and movements are linked to our emotions and mental well-being.
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Great question! While Somatic Therapies share some similarities with yoga or body movement, they're not quite the same.
Yoga and body movement are awesome for physical health and flexibility, right? They often focus on specific postures or sequences to enhance strength and balance. Now, Somatic Therapies might involve movement too, but their main purpose is the mind-body connection and the emotional aspect of it.
Think of it this way: yoga and body movement are like going to the gym for your muscles, while Somatic Therapies are like going to therapy for your body. Somatic approaches often use movement and awareness exercises to help you tune into the physical sensations tied to your emotions. It's about understanding how stress or past experiences might show up in your body and working through that.
So, yoga and body movement are fantastic for physical fitness, and Somatic Therapies bring in the psychological and emotional piece, using movement as a tool to enhance overall well-being. It's like a tag team for your mind and body!
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Absolutely! It’s my personal favorite.
Combining Somatic Therapies with EMDR for trauma healing is like having a dynamic duo in your therapeutic toolkit. They complement each other in addressing both the mind and body aspects of trauma.
EMDR works wonders in reprocessing memories and untangling the emotional knots associated with trauma. Now, add Somatic Therapies to the mix, and you're bringing the body into the conversation. Somatic approaches recognize that trauma isn't just stored in your thoughts but can also reside in your body, showing up as physical sensations or tension.
Somatic Therapies might involve exercises or techniques that help you become more aware of bodily sensations, promoting a mind-body connection. When paired with EMDR, it's like tackling the trauma from multiple angles. EMDR helps rewire those challenging memories in your mind, while Somatic Therapies assist in releasing physical tension and promoting a sense of safety in your body.
The combination can be especially powerful because trauma often impacts both our mental and physical well-being. It's like a holistic approach to healing, addressing the full spectrum of how trauma can affect us.
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Therapy Intensives are more effective and efficient than normal 50-minute therapy sessions. Typically in a 50-minute session, there are at least 5-10 minutes of “check-in” at the start of the session and usually, 5-10 minutes spent on “closing up” or “checking out” at the end of a session - Leaving only 30-40 minutes for deep therapeutic work. Therapy Intensives are different. A 3-hour Therapy Intensive allows for 2.5 hours of depth work. That’s the equivalent of five 50-minute sessions or more than a month of therapy - in a single day!
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Therapy Intensives are perfect for people that are ready for relief now. If you’re ready to see things change in your life and your relationships but you don’t want to wait for that to happen next year - a Therapy Intensive may be right for you. If you have a specific topic, trauma, or stressor that you want support with - this can be the focus of your Therapy Intensive. The dedicated time will be customized specifically to you and your goals.
Intensives are not a good fit IF:
You are satisfied with your weekly or every other week therapy.
You love the idea of a slower and steady pace. You want smaller steps to add up over time, not a leap or jump.Accelerating your healing sounds overwhelming to you.
You are in a mental health crisis and require 24/7 support.
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Therapy Intensives work very well as an adjunct therapy. I would ask that you sign a Release of Information so that your current therapist and I can collaborate/coordinate to best serve you.
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A 50% non-refundable deposit is due at the time you book your Therapy Intensive.
The remaining 50% is due on the first day of the Intensive Session.
As you are thinking through finances, I am now a Care Credit provider and able to accept Care Credit for payment.
One of the benefits of Care Credit is being able to make payments over a period of time. Learn more about Care Credit
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Intensives are great for deep work including but not limited too:
Getting to the root of anxiety, panic attacks and depression
Grieving loss of relationships, loved ones, or communities.
Resolving recurrent nightmares, fears or phobias ( ex: fear of driving after a car accident)
Processing through a medical trauma, a difficult procedure or diagnosis for yourself or a loved one.
Releasing trauma stored in the body connected to psychological pain.
Processing childhood wounds (including abuse and neglect)
Unpacking Spiritual Harm & Religious Abuse
Dealing with mental blocks around upcoming events such as going birth, getting married, or taking on a bod promotion.
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You would be asked to complete a workbook prior to our Pre-Intensive Assessment session. After that, all you need to do is show up!
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Intensives are available online for residents of Florida and Georgia as well as in-person in Orlando, Florida.
For in-person locations, I partner with a local practice, Thriving Vines and use their space for local in-person intensives.
Let me know if you are interested in pictures of the rooms and maps of their locations.
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The next step is to reach out for a phone or zoom consolation. I will answer any questions you may have. If you are ready to move forward will discuss the best option for you and schedule your intensive!
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