EMDR Intensives
EMDR Intensives for Trauma & Sports Performance
Focused Healing. Meaningful Progress.
Sometimes, moving forward requires more time and attention than a traditional therapy session allows.
At TheraSports Counseling in Woodstock, GA, we offer in-office EMDR Intensives lasting 6–8 hours, providing a focused and personalized approach to working through trauma, anxiety, and experiences that may be affecting your emotional well-being or athletic performance.
Whether you’re processing a difficult life experience or an athlete struggling with fear, mental blocks, or confidence after a setback, EMDR Intensives provide dedicated time to work toward healing and meaningful change.
What Are EMDR Intensives?
EMDR Intensives are extended, in-person therapy sessions lasting 6–8 hours, designed to provide a more concentrated therapeutic experience than traditional weekly appointments.
Rather than spreading treatment across multiple shorter sessions, intensives allow additional time to process distressing experiences, address emotional barriers, and maintain continuity in the therapeutic process.
For some individuals, this approach may offer a more efficient and flexible alternative to traditional weekly EMDR therapy.
Who Can Benefit From EMDR Intensives?
EMDR Intensives may be helpful for individuals experiencing:
- Trauma and PTSD symptoms
- Anxiety and distressing memories
- Emotional triggers and negative beliefs
- Difficult life experiences that continue to affect daily life
- Sports performance anxiety and fear of failure
- Mental blocks in gymnastics, cheerleading, and other sports
- Fear of reinjury or difficulty returning to competition
- Loss of confidence following injuries, mistakes, or setbacks
At TheraSports Counseling, we understand that emotional experiences can affect both everyday life and athletic performance. Our approach focuses on addressing the underlying distress that may contribute to these challenges.
Benefits of EMDR Intensives
1. More Time for Focused Healing
Extended sessions allow more time to work through difficult experiences without the usual time constraints of weekly therapy, providing greater continuity and opportunities for meaningful therapeutic progress.
2. Flexible Scheduling
EMDR Intensives offer a convenient option for busy professionals, students, and competitive athletes who may find it difficult to commit to weekly appointments.
3. Personalized Treatment
Each intensive is tailored to your needs, goals, and emotional readiness. Whether you’re addressing trauma or performance-related challenges, treatment is designed around what matters most to you.
What to Expect
EMDR Intensives begin with an initial consultation to discuss your concerns, treatment goals, and whether this approach is right for you.
Your 6–8 hour in-office session includes preparation, guided EMDR processing, breaks as needed, and time to reflect on progress and next steps.
The recommended session length and number of intensives depend on your individual needs.
Scheduling & Investment
EMDR Intensives are offered in person at our office, with sessions ranging from 6 to 8 hours. Scheduling and pricing are based on the recommended treatment plan.
During your consultation, we will discuss available options, fees, and what to expect before getting started.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an EMDR intensive?
An EMDR intensive is an extended, in-person EMDR session lasting 6–8 hours. Instead of spreading treatment across shorter weekly sessions, an intensive gives you dedicated time to process distressing experiences with more continuity.
How long is an EMDR intensive?
Intensives run 6–8 hours in our Woodstock office and include preparation, guided EMDR processing, breaks as needed, and time to reflect on progress and next steps. The recommended session length and number of intensives depend on your individual needs.
Is an EMDR intensive better than weekly EMDR?
Neither is better across the board. Intensives suit people who want to focus on a specific issue and make progress in a shorter window. Weekly sessions suit people who want steady, ongoing support. We’ll help you choose during your consultation.
Can an EMDR intensive help with mental blocks and the yips?
Yes. Mental blocks in gymnastics, cheerleading and other sports are often tied to a specific experience, like a fall, an injury or a bad performance. An intensive gives an athlete dedicated time to work through the distress connected to that experience.
Are EMDR intensives offered virtually?
No. EMDR intensives are offered in person at our office in Woodstock, GA.
How much does an EMDR intensive cost?
Scheduling and pricing are based on your recommended treatment plan. We’ll go through the available options, fees, and what to expect during your initial consultation.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you’re working through trauma, managing anxiety, or trying to move beyond a difficult experience affecting your athletic performance, EMDR Intensives may offer a focused path forward.
Contact TheraSports Counseling to learn more about our in-office EMDR Intensives and schedule a consultation.
