EMDR Intensives

Kathleen Maloney LPC provides professional mental health therapy with a focus on EMDR intensives. Experience relief from trauma, stress and anxiety with 1/2 day or full day sessions tailored to meet your individual needs. An EMDR intensive is a type of therapy that involves an extended and concentrated course of EMDR treatment. EMDR is a psychotherapy approach that helps individuals overcome emotional and psychological trauma by using bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping, to stimulate the brain's natural healing processes. An EMDR intensive typically involves several hours of therapy in a day, and can be particularly effective for individuals who have experienced complex trauma or who have not had success with traditional talk therapy. Kathleen also specializes in EMDR Intensives for those struggling with addiction, athletes and artists who are interested in performance enhancement and people who suffer with chronic illness or medical trauma. The goal of an EMDR intensive is to help individuals process and integrate their traumatic experiences more quickly and effectively, so they can move forward with greater emotional resilience and well-being.

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Complex Trauma

Complex trauma is often the result of prolonged and repeated exposure to traumatic events, such as childhood abuse or neglect, and can lead to a range of mental health issues. EMDR works by helping the individual to reprocess traumatic memories and emotions in a safe and controlled environment, allowing them to heal and move forward. The use of eye movements, sounds or taps can help the brain to reprocess the traumatic memory in a way that reduces its intensity and emotional impact.

EMDR can also be effective in treating individuals who have experienced a single incident traumatic event, such as a car accident or a natural disaster. While single incident events may not be as complex as prolonged trauma, they can still cause significant emotional distress. EMDR can help the individual to process and integrate the traumatic memory, reducing the distress associated with the event and promoting healing.

Addiction Recovery

EMDR has been found to be effective in treating addiction by addressing the underlying trauma that may be contributing to addictive behaviors. EMDR focuses on desensitizing the emotional charge associated with traumatic memories and experiences, which may have led to the development of addiction as a coping mechanism. By reprocessing these memories, individuals may experience a reduction in the intensity of their cravings and compulsions to use drugs or engage in addictive behaviors. EMDR can be a valuable tool for those seeking recovery from addiction as it addresses the root causes of addictive behavior and can help individuals to develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Enhancing Performance

EMDR was initially developed to treat trauma-related disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, it has also been found to be useful for performance enhancement in a variety of areas, including sports, performing arts, public speaking, and academic performance. EMDR can help improve performance by reducing anxiety, enhancing self-esteem, and increasing confidence. By using rapid eye movements, therapists can help clients reprocess negative thoughts and emotions associated with performance-related traumas or past failures, leading to a more positive outlook and improved performance. Additionally, EMDR can also be used to develop new positive beliefs and mental skills, which can further enhance performance.

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Medical Trauma

EMDR has been shown to be effective in treating medical trauma. Medical trauma can occur as a result of a person's experience with a medical condition or procedure, and it can leave lasting psychological effects. EMDR helps individuals process and desensitize the traumatic memories associated with their medical experience, reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Through a series of guided eye movements, the patient is able to access and reprocess the traumatic memories in a safe and controlled environment. By doing so, they can begin to integrate the traumatic experience into their life story, rather than allowing it to continue to negatively impact their mental health.

Schedule an Appointment

When it comes to setting an appointment for EMDR intensives, it requires greater planning than a typical therapy session. Unlike traditional therapy sessions that may last an hour or two, EMDR intensives can last up to eight hours or more. This extended time frame allows for a deep dive into the client's traumatic experiences and facilitates the processing and integration of traumatic memories. Therefore, when setting up an appointment for EMDR intensives, it is important to plan for a full day and make arrangements accordingly. This may include arranging for childcare or time off work, scheduling transportation, and preparing for appropriate self care after treatment and other necessities to ensure a comfortable and productive session.