EMDR Intensive Therapy
Condense 3 months of therapy in one week
EMDR Intensive Therapy
With EMDR intensive therapy you will do, what most people do in 3 months, in one week! you can choose to have your sessions online or take the opportunity to combine your hard work with the beautiful surroundings of Port Douglas or Cairns, Far North Queensland.
With an EMDR Intensive, you are focussed on yourself that week.

How will I start the process?
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Book your 90 - minute consultation video call to prepare you for your EMDR intensive work. In this video call we will talk through your question for therapy, talk through your history and finish questionnaires.
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After the conversation you book in your weekday or weekend EMDR Intensive Therapy program.
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Receive your treatment workbook. This workbook is create more insight to help you achieve your goals.
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What will my week look like?
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Three days x 120 minutes therapy online or face to face in Port Douglas and Cairns.
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Intensive therapy has the benefit of fast integration for you. Due to the intensity of the therapy it is highly preferable you do not have commitments such as work, school pick ups or dinner preparation, to name a few.
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Days without therapy I highly recommended engaging in physical activities.​ It is important to plan activities during the time outside of therapy such as: sports or creative activities, use of meditation apps you are familiar with, nutritious breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What to expect from the intensive programThe EMDR Intensive Therapy Program provides a focussed approach to resolving trauma, however it is important to set realistic expectations. Over the course of a week, you will work intensively on processing specific issues. While many clients find considerable relief from trauma-related symptoms during this time, it is not designed to work through every challenge you may have faced in your life. Our aim is to facilitate significant progress on targeted issues, laying the groundwork for ongoing growth after the program concludes.
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Why an intensive instead of a normal 50-minute psychotherapy session?EMDR intensives allow the opportunity to progress through your symptoms in a more succinct and focused way without the interruption of a 50-minute session. An intensive format may decrease overall treatment time because of time not spent on: a) checking in at the beginning of each session, b) addressing current crises and concerns, c) focusing on stabilizing and coping skills
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If I already have a primary therapist, can I do an EMDR intensive as adjunct therapy?Yes. Perhaps you’ve a felt sense that something profound has yet to change, but you’re not quite sure how to shift all the way into a new experience of yourself with your current therapist. Maybe you now cognitively understand new things, yet your body is still confused, so you’re curious about how adjunct EMDR intensive therapy can help. We will identify what format is best for you during your initial consultation.
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Do I need a referral?You do not need a Mental Health Care plan from your GP, FNQ Family Therapy is not covered by Medicare. If you have an ongoing therapist it could be helpful to receive information about the reason for these intensives for you, your goals and progress in therapy. It is recommended you have a follow up session booked with your therapist after the intensives for ongoing support.
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How do I get started with EMDR Intensive Therapy?Express your interest for EMDR intensive therapy by sending us an email. We can book you in for a 15 minute discovery call. This phone call provides you with more information, and set clear expectations. If the intensive program is suitable for you our admin team will book you in for a 90 minute assessment as part of the intensive program.
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Can I get any funding or rebate for this program?FNQ Family Therapy does not offer medicare rebate. Please check with your private health insurer if this is supported in your insurance package.
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More information and research about EMDRResources to learn about EMDR: What is EMDR? Learn the basics What is an actual EMDR session like? Learn the 8 phases of treatment Introductory video about EMDR EMDR experts explain the benefits of EMDR EMDR patients share their stories An EMDR therapist shares her EMDR experience EMDR in the media: Prince Harry, Joe Rogan, Sandra Bullock Miley Cyrus Research in support of EMDR effectiveness: Research and frequently asked questions about EMDR Research EMDR Intensive Therapy