EMDR FAQ

The 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 a one specific issue. 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.

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

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.

You do not need a Mental Health Care plan from your GP, FNQ Family Therapy is not covered by Medicare. We do prefer you get a referral letter from your ongoing therapist. Information about the reason for these intensives for you, your goals and progress in therapy. It is mandatory you have a follow up session booked with your therapist after the intensives for ongoing support.

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.

You will be send an intake form and questionnaires before attending the 90- minute assessment. During the conversation we will go through your forms and questionnaire. We will assess which program suit you best. We will ensure you have all the information you need.

If the program is right for you, we can set up a payment plan for you if needed. Please speak to our admin staff about this. FNQ Family Therapy does not offer medicare rebate. Please check with your private health insurer if this is supported in your insurance package.

Resources 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 Research in support of EMDR effectiveness: Twenty-four randomized controlled trials support the positive effects of EMDR therapy in the treatment of emotional trauma and other adverse life experiences relevant to clinical practice. Seven of 10 studies reported EMDR therapy to be more rapid and/or more effective than trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Twelve randomized studies of the eye movement component noted rapid decreases in negative emotions and/or vividness of disturbing images, with an additional 8 reporting a variety of other memory effects. Numerous other evaluations document that EMDR therapy provides relief from a variety of somatic complaints. Research and frequently asked questions about EMDR