EMDR Therapist in San Jose, CA

Intensive EMDR Therapy

Intensive EMDR Therapy: Focused and Efficient

In addition to traditional weekly EMDR Therapy, I offer Intensive EMDR for clients who want or need a more concentrated approach. Intensive EMDR sessions are 60, 90, or 120 minutes long, ideally scheduled twice a week.

Intensive EMDR allows for:

Faster momentum and deeper focus
Efficient use of time for busy professionals
Strategic targeting of experiences most relevant to your goals
A clearly targeted focus on the issues that will make the biggest difference

Intensive EMDR is especially helpful for clients who:

Want to address a specific issue efficiently
Have a clear and specific traumatic event or phobia to address
Are seeking short-term, high-impact treatment
Have plateaued in traditional therapy formats
Have a window of several weeks in their schedule that they could devote to more intensive therapy

The effectiveness of Intensive EMDR depends heavily on the clinician’s clinical judgement, assessment skills, and pacing, areas where advanced expertise is essential. I have worked in this Intensive EMDR format for years.

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Experience That Matters

With 25 years of clinical experience, I bring a depth of judgment, pacing, and clinical discernment that is essential for effective EMDR Therapy. EMDR is most powerful when it is applied thoughtfully and tailored to the individual rather than delivered as a one-size-fits-all protocol. Experience matters, not only in achieving results, but in doing so safely, efficiently, and without unnecessary distress.

Careful and thorough assessment
Setting clear treatment goals and measuring your progress
Prioritizing safety, stability, and collaboration throughout the therapy process
Respect for your nervous system and emotional capacity
Respect for your time, energy, and finances
Comfort with episodic short term treatment, not requiring commitment to years of therapy

My approach emphasizes:

With decades of practice, I bring:

This level of expertise allows therapy to progress with depth and efficiency, rather than trial-and-error.

What Clients Often Notice after EMDR Therapy

Reduced emotional reactivity to past experiences
Decreased anxiety and panic responses
Greater emotional regulation
Increased sense of calm, clarity, and ease
A consistently more positive sense of self
Improved relationships

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If you are seeking elite-level EMDR care designed for efficiency and impact, I invite you to schedule a consultation to discuss whether an EMDR Intensive is the right fit.

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Learn More About EMDR

The following trusted resources provide additional information about EMDR therapy and its evidence base:

EMDR International Association (EMDRIA): https://www.emdria.org
American Psychological Association – EMDR Overview: https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/treatments/emdr

National Center for PTSD (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs): https://www.ptsd.va.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EMDR better than traditional talk therapy?

EMDR is different, not better or worse. It is especially effective when distress is driven by past experiences that continue to activate the nervous system despite insight and self-awareness.

Do I have to relive traumatic experiences?

No. The EMDR process is structured and titrated to keep you grounded and in the present, not lost and reliving the past.

How long does EMDR take?

Length of treatment varies. Many clients experience meaningful change in 10-15 sessions.

Is EMDR appropriate for high-functioning professionals?

Yes. EMDR is well suited for individuals who are outwardly successful but internally burdened by anxiety, reactivity, or unresolved experiences.