Unlock Healing with EMDR Therapy:

Your Path to Emotional Wellness

SCHEDULE YOUR FREE 15 MINUTE CONSULTATION

Unlock Healing with EMDR Therapy:

Your Path to Emotional Wellness

SCHEDULE YOUR FREE 15 MINUTE CONSULTATION

What is EMDR?

Are you tired of being haunted by distressing memories? Seeking relief from the weight of past trauma? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy could be your answer.

In essence, EMDR therapy operates on the belief that we all have an innate ability to heal from life's difficulties. Usually, we process these experiences on our own or with the support of loved ones, integrating our emotions, beliefs, and bodily sensations. This natural process, called "processing," allows us to understand the event, gain valuable insights, and no longer be disturbed by it.

However, some experiences are too overwhelming to process alone. That's where an EMDR therapist steps in, helping you "reprocess" these experiences. This therapeutic approach jump-starts your natural processing system, gradually transforming overwhelming memories into ones that no longer disrupt your life. The eight phases serve as your compass on this transformative journey.

Here's a glimpse of your roadmap:

Phase 1 - Setting the Foundation:

You and your therapist lay the groundwork by discussing your reasons for seeking therapy and how EMDR can best assist you. Together, you develop a treatment plan, considering the pace of therapy and selecting the traumatic events to address. This phase also involves assessing your internal and external resources.

Phase 2 - Preparation for the Journey:

Your therapist familiarizes you with the EMDR process, clarifying terms and setting expectations. Any concerns or questions are addressed to establish a secure therapeutic alliance. Together, you prepare techniques to cope with any emotional turbulence that might arise, ensuring you're ready for the journey ahead.

Phase 3 - Mapping Your Target:

In the assessment phase, you identify the event to reprocess (your "target event") along with the associated images, beliefs, feelings, and sensations. Baseline measures are established using the Subjective Units of Disturbance (SUD) and the Validity of Cognition (VOC) scales.

Now, let's delve into the heart of the journey – the reprocessing phases, where bilateral stimulation (BLS) comes into play to activate your information processing system.

Phase 4 - Desensitization:

In this phase, BLS, which can be side-to-side eye movements, sounds, or taps, is employed while you focus on the traumatic event. This continues until your SUD rating reduces to zero (or 1, if appropriate). During this time, new thoughts, sensations, images, and feelings may emerge, signifying progress.

Phase 5 - Installing Positivity:

With desensitization complete, you move on to installation. Here, you associate and strengthen a positive belief with your target event until it feels entirely true, solidifying your emotional transformation.

Phase 6 - Body Harmony:

During the body scan, you hold the target event and positive belief in your mind while scanning your body from head to toe. Any remaining physical disturbances are addressed, ensuring a holistic healing process.

Finally, we reach the phases that ensure your safety as you conclude one session and embark on the next:

Phase 7 - Closure:

Every session wraps up with closure. Your therapist guides you back to a state of calm in the present moment, whether the reprocessing is complete or not. Reprocessing is considered successful when you feel neutral about the event (SUD=0), the positive belief feels entirely true (VOC=7), and your body is free of disturbances.

Phase 8 - Continual Growth:

Reevaluation marks the beginning of each new session post-reprocessing. You and your therapist revisit recently processed memories to ensure that distress remains low and the positive cognition stays strong. Together, you chart the course for future targets and the ongoing journey towards healing.

So, welcome aboard your EMDR therapy journey, where these eight phases serve as your trusty roadmap, guiding you toward emotional well-being and transformation.

Ready to Take the First Step?

We invite you to schedule a 15-minute consultation with our experienced EMDR therapists. During this brief conversation, we'll discuss your needs, answer any questions you have, and explore how EMDR therapy can help you find the emotional wellness you deserve. Don't let past trauma hold you back any longer – reach out today to schedule your consultation and begin your journey towards healing.

SCHEDULE YOUR FREE 15 MINUTE CONSULTATION

EMDR Intensives FAQ

What is an EMDR Intensive?

An EMDR Intensive is a focused therapy experience designed to help clients move through healing in a more intentional and concentrated way than traditional weekly counseling alone.

Rather than meeting for one hour each week, intensives provide extended time for deeper therapeutic work, nervous system regulation, and meaningful processing without having to stop just as important insights and healing begin to unfold.

At Firefly Counseling & Consulting, intensives are thoughtfully paced and personalized to each client's needs, goals, and readiness for treatment.

What issues can EMDR Intensives help with?

EMDR Intensives may help clients struggling with:

- Trauma and PTSD

- Anxiety

- Panic attacks

- Childhood wounds

- Attachment injuries

- Grief and loss

- Disturbing memories

- Relationship patterns

- Shame and negative self-beliefs

- Burnout and chronic stress

- Major life transitions

- Performance-related stress

- And more

What is EMDR therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy approach designed to help the brain process and heal from distressing experiences that may feel "stuck."

EMDR uses bilateral stimulation along with guided therapeutic processing to help reduce emotional distress, increase adaptive beliefs, and support nervous system healing.

How is an intensive different from weekly therapy?

Traditional weekly therapy often requires clients to stop processing just as deeper material begins surfacing. Intensives create extended, uninterrupted space for focused healing work.

Many clients find intensives helpful because they:

- Build therapeutic momentum

- Reduce the stop-and-start nature of weekly therapy

- Allow for deeper focus and reflection

- Support clients with busy schedules

- Create intentional time dedicated to healing and growth

Every client's healing journey is unique. While many clients experience meaningful progress through EMDR Intensives, outcomes vary depending on individual circumstances, treatment goals, and readiness to engage in processing work.

What Happens Before an Intensive?

Every intensive begins with a thoughtful assessment and preparation process.

This may include:

- Initial consultation

- Clinical assessment

- Treatment planning

- Preparation and resourcing

- Determining clinical appropriateness

- Scheduling the intensive

- Post-intensive integration planning

Preparation is tailored to each client and may require more than one session before an intensive is scheduled.

Who Facilitates EMDR Intensives?

EMDR Intensives at Firefly Counseling & Consulting are provided by clinicians trained in EMDR therapy who have experience working with trauma, anxiety, attachment wounds, grief, and nervous system regulation.

EMDR Intensive Options

Clarity Intensive | 3-Hour Focused Intensive | $645

Ideal for:

- Single-event trauma

- Recent incidents

- Specific targets or concerns

- Focused processing work

Includes:

- Assessment and preparation

- Intensive session

- Follow-up integration support

Restoration Intensive | 6-Hour Intensive | $1,090

Ideal for:

- Anxiety

- Attachment wounds

- Childhood trauma

- Long-standing emotional patterns

- Complex relational concerns

Includes:

- Assessment and preparation

- Full-day intensive

- Personalized resourcing

- Integration session

How do I know if an EMDR Intensive is right for me?

EMDR Intensives may be a good fit if you:

- Feel stuck in therapy

- Want focused support around a specific issue

- Have limited availability for weekly sessions

- Are motivated for deeper healing work

- Desire concentrated time dedicated to healing and growth

We begin with a consultation and assessment process to determine whether an intensive is clinically appropriate for you.

Clients Who May Need Additional Assessment

Intensives may not be clinically appropriate for every client. Additional screening or stabilization may be needed for:

- Active suicidality

- Current psychosis

- Uncontrolled mania

- Severe dissociation without stabilization

- Active substance dependence

- Active eating disorders that require a higher level of care

- Ongoing unsafe environments

- Significant instability in daily functioning

- Significant medical instability

- We are happy to consult regarding appropriateness before scheduling an intensive.

Do I need to have done EMDR before?

No. Many clients who participate in intensives are new to EMDR therapy.

Preparation is an important part of the process, and we work collaboratively to ensure you feel informed, supported, and emotionally prepared before beginning deeper processing work.

Will I be emotionally overwhelmed afterward?

Our goal is not to overwhelm you—it is to help you move through healing safely, intentionally, and at a pace your nervous system can tolerate.

We carefully integrate:

- Grounding

- Nervous system regulation

- Scheduled breaks

- Resourcing tools

- Integration planning

Many clients report feeling lighter, clearer, more connected to themselves, or appropriately tired after meaningful therapeutic work. It is also normal for emotions, memories, or insights to continue unfolding during the integration period following an intensive.

Can I continue seeing my current therapist?

Absolutely. We frequently collaborate with outside therapists.

With your written consent, we can coordinate care before and after your intensive to help support continuity and ongoing healing.

Some clients:

- Return to their primary therapist afterward

- Continue with occasional integration sessions

- Transition into ongoing care at Firefly if desired

Are Intensives Offered In-Person or Virtually?

Depending on clinical appropriateness, therapist licensure requirements, and client needs, intensives may be offered in person or via secure telehealth.

We will discuss the most appropriate format during your consultation.

Does insurance cover intensives?

EMDR Intensives are generally considered private-pay services and are not directly billed through insurance.

Depending on your plan, you may be able to submit documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. We can provide a superbill upon request.

What is included in the cost?

Each intensive includes:

- Assessment and preparation

- Personalized treatment planning

- The intensive session itself

- Grounding and regulation support

- Integration recommendations

- Follow-up support session(s)

Specific inclusions vary by package.

Do you offer faith-based EMDR Intensives?

Yes. At Firefly Counseling & Consulting, faith integration is available upon request.

We honor each client's beliefs and preferences and approach spirituality in a respectful, client-led manner.

What should I expect during the day?

Intensives are intentionally designed to feel calm, supportive, and collaborative.

You can expect:

- Comfortable pacing

- Scheduled breaks

- Supportive therapeutic guidance

- Space for emotional processing

- Practical grounding tools

- A personalized approach to care

For full-day intensives, clients are encouraged to keep the remainder of the day light, restful, and free of major obligations whenever possible.

Confidentiality and Client Privacy

Client confidentiality is extremely important to us. Any testimonials, stories, or shared experiences used in marketing materials have been utilized with written permission or appropriately de-identified to protect client privacy.

How do I get started?

The first step is scheduling a consultation call.

During this conversation, we will:

- Discuss your goals

- Answer your questions

- Explore whether an intensive is the right fit

- Recommend the best next step for your care

Our Heart Behind This Work

At Firefly, we believe meaningful healing happens when clients feel safe, seen, known, and supported.

EMDR Intensives create intentional space to move beyond survival, process unresolved experiences, and reconnect with hope, resilience, and purpose.

Ready to Learn More?

Book your consultation today.

254-230-4994

SCHEDULE YOUR FREE 15 MINUTE CONSULTATION

What is EMDR?

Are you tired of being haunted by distressing memories? Seeking relief from the weight of past trauma? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy could be your answer.

In essence, EMDR therapy operates on the belief that we all have an innate ability to heal from life's difficulties. Usually, we process these experiences on our own or with the support of loved ones, integrating our emotions, beliefs, and bodily sensations. This natural process, called "processing," allows us to understand the event, gain valuable insights, and no longer be disturbed by it.

However, some experiences are too overwhelming to process alone. That's where an EMDR therapist steps in, helping you "reprocess" these experiences. This therapeutic approach jump-starts your natural processing system, gradually transforming overwhelming memories into ones that no longer disrupt your life. The eight phases serve as your compass on this transformative journey.

Here's a glimpse of your roadmap:

Phase 1 - Setting the Foundation:

You and your therapist lay the groundwork by discussing your reasons for seeking therapy and how EMDR can best assist you. Together, you develop a treatment plan, considering the pace of therapy and selecting the traumatic events to address. This phase also involves assessing your internal and external resources.

Phase 2 - Preparation for the Journey:

Your therapist familiarizes you with the EMDR process, clarifying terms and setting expectations. Any concerns or questions are addressed to establish a secure therapeutic alliance. Together, you prepare techniques to cope with any emotional turbulence that might arise, ensuring you're ready for the journey ahead.

Phase 3 - Mapping Your Target:

In the assessment phase, you identify the event to reprocess (your "target event") along with the associated images, beliefs, feelings, and sensations. Baseline measures are established using the Subjective Units of Disturbance (SUD) and the Validity of Cognition (VOC) scales.

Now, let's delve into the heart of the journey – the reprocessing phases, where bilateral stimulation (BLS) comes into play to activate your information processing system.

Phase 4 - Desensitization:

In this phase, BLS, which can be side-to-side eye movements, sounds, or taps, is employed while you focus on the traumatic event. This continues until your SUD rating reduces to zero (or 1, if appropriate). During this time, new thoughts, sensations, images, and feelings may emerge, signifying progress.

Phase 5 - Installing Positivity:

With desensitization complete, you move on to installation. Here, you associate and strengthen a positive belief with your target event until it feels entirely true, solidifying your emotional transformation.

Phase 6 - Body Harmony:

During the body scan, you hold the target event and positive belief in your mind while scanning your body from head to toe. Any remaining physical disturbances are addressed, ensuring a holistic healing process.

Finally, we reach the phases that ensure your safety as you conclude one session and embark on the next:

Phase 7 - Closure:

Every session wraps up with closure. Your therapist guides you back to a state of calm in the present moment, whether the reprocessing is complete or not. Reprocessing is considered successful when you feel neutral about the event (SUD=0), the positive belief feels entirely true (VOC=7), and your body is free of disturbances.

Phase 8 - Continual Growth:

Reevaluation marks the beginning of each new session post-reprocessing. You and your therapist revisit recently processed memories to ensure that distress remains low and the positive cognition stays strong. Together, you chart the course for future targets and the ongoing journey towards healing.

So, welcome aboard your EMDR therapy journey, where these eight phases serve as your trusty roadmap, guiding you toward emotional well-being and transformation.

Ready to Take the First Step?

We invite you to schedule a 15-minute consultation with our experienced EMDR therapists. During this brief conversation, we'll discuss your needs, answer any questions you have, and explore how EMDR therapy can help you find the emotional wellness you deserve. Don't let past trauma hold you back any longer – reach out today to schedule your consultation and begin your journey towards healing.

BOOK A FREE 15 MINUTE CONSULTATION

EMDR Intensives FAQ

What is an EMDR Intensive?

An EMDR Intensive is a focused therapy experience designed to help clients move through healing in a more intentional and concentrated way than traditional weekly counseling alone.

Rather than meeting for one hour each week, intensives provide extended time for deeper therapeutic work, nervous system regulation, and meaningful processing without having to stop just as important insights and healing begin to unfold.

At Firefly Counseling & Consulting, intensives are thoughtfully paced and personalized to each client's needs, goals, and readiness for treatment.

What issues can EMDR Intensives help with?

EMDR Intensives may help clients struggling with:

- Trauma and PTSD

- Anxiety

- Panic attacks

- Childhood wounds

- Attachment injuries

- Grief and loss

- Disturbing memories

- Relationship patterns

- Shame and negative self-beliefs

- Burnout and chronic stress

- Major life transitions

- Performance-related stress

- And more

What is EMDR therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy approach designed to help the brain process and heal from distressing experiences that may feel "stuck."

EMDR uses bilateral stimulation along with guided therapeutic processing to help reduce emotional distress, increase adaptive beliefs, and support nervous system healing.

How is an intensive different from weekly therapy?

Traditional weekly therapy often requires clients to stop processing just as deeper material begins surfacing. Intensives create extended, uninterrupted space for focused healing work.

Many clients find intensives helpful because they:

- Build therapeutic momentum

- Reduce the stop-and-start nature of weekly therapy

- Allow for deeper focus and reflection

- Support clients with busy schedules

- Create intentional time dedicated to healing and growth

Every client's healing journey is unique. While many clients experience meaningful progress through EMDR Intensives, outcomes vary depending on individual circumstances, treatment goals, and readiness to engage in processing work.

What Happens Before an Intensive?

Every intensive begins with a thoughtful assessment and preparation process.

This may include:

- Initial consultation

- Clinical assessment

- Treatment planning

- Preparation and resourcing

- Determining clinical appropriateness

- Scheduling the intensive

- Post-intensive integration planning

Preparation is tailored to each client and may require more than one session before an intensive is scheduled.

Who Facilitates EMDR Intensives?

EMDR Intensives at Firefly Counseling & Consulting are provided by clinicians trained in EMDR therapy who have experience working with trauma, anxiety, attachment wounds, grief, and nervous system regulation.

EMDR Intensive Options

Clarity Intensive | 3-Hour Focused Intensive | $645

Ideal for:

- Single-event trauma

- Recent incidents

- Specific targets or concerns

- Focused processing work

Includes:

- Assessment and preparation

- Intensive session

- Follow-up integration support

Restoration Intensive | 6-Hour Intensive | $1,090

Ideal for:

- Anxiety

- Attachment wounds

- Childhood trauma

- Long-standing emotional patterns

- Complex relational concerns

Includes:

- Assessment and preparation

- Full-day intensive

- Personalized resourcing

- Integration session

How do I know if an EMDR Intensive is right for me?

EMDR Intensives may be a good fit if you:

- Feel stuck in therapy

- Want focused support around a specific issue

- Have limited availability for weekly sessions

- Are motivated for deeper healing work

- Desire concentrated time dedicated to healing and growth

We begin with a consultation and assessment process to determine whether an intensive is clinically appropriate for you.

Clients Who May Need Additional Assessment

Intensives may not be clinically appropriate for every client. Additional screening or stabilization may be needed for:

- Active suicidality

- Current psychosis

- Uncontrolled mania

- Severe dissociation without stabilization

- Active substance dependence

- Active eating disorders that require a higher level of care

- Ongoing unsafe environments

- Significant instability in daily functioning

- Significant medical instability

- We are happy to consult regarding appropriateness before scheduling an intensive.

Do I need to have done EMDR before?

No. Many clients who participate in intensives are new to EMDR therapy.

Preparation is an important part of the process, and we work collaboratively to ensure you feel informed, supported, and emotionally prepared before beginning deeper processing work.

Will I be emotionally overwhelmed afterward?

Our goal is not to overwhelm you—it is to help you move through healing safely, intentionally, and at a pace your nervous system can tolerate.

We carefully integrate:

- Grounding

- Nervous system regulation

- Scheduled breaks

- Resourcing tools

- Integration planning

Many clients report feeling lighter, clearer, more connected to themselves, or appropriately tired after meaningful therapeutic work. It is also normal for emotions, memories, or insights to continue unfolding during the integration period following an intensive.

Can I continue seeing my current therapist?

Absolutely. We frequently collaborate with outside therapists.

With your written consent, we can coordinate care before and after your intensive to help support continuity and ongoing healing.

Some clients:

- Return to their primary therapist afterward

- Continue with occasional integration sessions

- Transition into ongoing care at Firefly if desired

Are Intensives Offered In-Person or Virtually?

Depending on clinical appropriateness, therapist licensure requirements, and client needs, intensives may be offered in person or via secure telehealth.

We will discuss the most appropriate format during your consultation.

Does insurance cover intensives?

EMDR Intensives are generally considered private-pay services and are not directly billed through insurance.

Depending on your plan, you may be able to submit documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. We can provide a superbill upon request.

What is included in the cost?

Each intensive includes:

- Assessment and preparation

- Personalized treatment planning

- The intensive session itself

- Grounding and regulation support

- Integration recommendations

- Follow-up support session(s)

Specific inclusions vary by package.

Do you offer faith-based EMDR Intensives?

Yes. At Firefly Counseling & Consulting, faith integration is available upon request.

We honor each client's beliefs and preferences and approach spirituality in a respectful, client-led manner.

What should I expect during the day?

Intensives are intentionally designed to feel calm, supportive, and collaborative.

You can expect:

- Comfortable pacing

- Scheduled breaks

- Supportive therapeutic guidance

- Space for emotional processing

- Practical grounding tools

- A personalized approach to care

For full-day intensives, clients are encouraged to keep the remainder of the day light, restful, and free of major obligations whenever possible.

Confidentiality and Client Privacy

Client confidentiality is extremely important to us. Any testimonials, stories, or shared experiences used in marketing materials have been utilized with written permission or appropriately de-identified to protect client privacy.

How do I get started?

The first step is scheduling a consultation call.

During this conversation, we will:

- Discuss your goals

- Answer your questions

- Explore whether an intensive is the right fit

- Recommend the best next step for your care

Our Heart Behind This Work

At Firefly, we believe meaningful healing happens when clients feel safe, seen, known, and supported.

EMDR Intensives create intentional space to move beyond survival, process unresolved experiences, and reconnect with hope, resilience, and purpose.

Ready to Learn More?

Book your consultation today.