EMDR Intensives in SCARSDALE, ny
Heal Trauma without Getting Overwhelmed
Healing doesn’t have to take months or years.
Sometimes, what you truly need is focused time and space to work through what’s been weighing on you — all without the constant pause and restart of weekly sessions.
That’s where EMDR Intensives come in.
At Sage Talk Therapy in Scarsdale, NY, we offer a calm, private environment where you can step away from daily stress and focus entirely on your healing. These intensives are designed for people who want deep, meaningful progress in a shorter period of time.
👉 Not sure if an intensive is right for you? You can always start with a traditional EMDR session and see how it feels.
Deep healing in less time
EMDR Intensives
Why Choose an EMDR Intensive?
Faster Progress: Make real breakthroughs in a single intensive session.
Deeper Focus: Spend 3 hours on EMDR reprocessing without interruptions.
Continuity & Flow: Stay immersed in the work rather than starting and stopping week to week.
Convenience & Flexibility: Complete your intensive in a few hours with minimal disruption.
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It’s a research-backed therapy that helps your brain process and release distressing memories, beliefs, and emotional blocks.
An EMDR intensive is a longer therapy session that takes place in one dedicated block of time. Instead of coming in weekly, you spend several hours in a single day working through material that has been difficult to face.
The extended structure helps your mind stay connected to the emotions and memories you are processing. This makes the healing process more efficient and often more complete. Many people in Scarsdale choose this format because they want meaningful progress while still managing busy schedules.
What Are EMDR Intensives?
Your intensive begins with a personalized consultation.
We take time to understand your history, goals, and current emotional state. From there, we design a plan that fits your needs — whether that’s a single-day deep dive or a multi-day experience.
Each intensive includes three main phases:
Preparation: Learning grounding tools and building emotional safety.
Reprocessing: Using EMDR to help your brain reprocess distressing memories in a calm and supported environment.
Integration: Reflecting, grounding, and making sense of what has shifted.
Sessions take place in our Scarsdale office, a quiet and welcoming space designed for deep work. You’ll have privacy, comfort, and time between sessions to rest and reflect.
Because the format is flexible, intensives can range from a half-day to multi-day retreats, depending on what feels right for you.
How EMDR Intensives Work at Sage Talk Therapy
Both traditional EMDR and intensives are effective, but the experience is different.
In weekly EMDR, sessions are shorter and spaced apart. It works well for ongoing therapy or when you need consistent support over time.
In contrast, EMDR Intensives allow you to stay fully immersed in the process. Instead of starting and stopping each week, your mind stays engaged, and breakthroughs often happen faster.
People who choose intensives often say they appreciate:
The time efficiency - completing months of work in days
The deeper focus and fewer interruptions
The ability to take dedicated time for themselves
For many, it’s like taking an emotional retreat, a few days devoted entirely to healing and self-understanding.
EMDR Intensives vs Weekly EMDR Therapy
EMDR INTENSIVE PACKAGE
5-hour total EMDR Intensive Package
1 hour pre-intensive session dedicated to clarifying goals, identifying topics, and preparing for reprocessing
3 hours of EMDR reprocessing
1 hour post-intensive integration session focused on incorporating the most powerful takeaways and planning for continued healing
Personalized Workbook
Designed to help guide the healing and growth journey
STARTING AT: $550 (with Insurance)
Why Scarsdale Clients Choose Intensive?
Scarsdale has a fast pace. Many people balance careers, family life, and long commutes into the city. Weekly therapy can be helpful, but it sometimes feels too spread out when emotions are intense or when trauma keeps resurfacing. An EMDR intensive allows you to set aside focused time and move through your healing without long gaps between sessions. This creates momentum and helps your mind settle into the process instead of starting and stopping each weekMy Approach to Anxiety Treatment
I create a warm, collaborative space where clients feel safe exploring their concerns. By understanding your unique experiences, I help uncover what triggers your anxiety and identify unhelpful thought patterns. Together, we challenge these patterns and work on replacing them with constructive ways of thinking. This customized approach ensures that each session reflects the exact challenges you're facing, fostering meaningful progress.
My focus extends beyond immediate symptoms to address the root causes of distress. Anxiety therapy empowers you to build resilience, develop coping skills, and gain clarity, enabling you to navigate daily life with confidence. I respect individual differences, and each treatment plan reflects a personalized process.
Sage Talk Therapy offers a specialized and supportive setting for EMDR intensives. The space is warm and quiet which helps you settle into the work.
The approach is personalized. Every plan is created with your history, your emotional needs, and your goals in mind. You receive care from a therapist who is trained in trauma and understands how to guide you through deeper healing. Scarsdale clients often appreciate the local access.
You can receive focused care without traveling far or adding extra stress to your day
Why Choose Sage Talk Therapy for EMDR Intensives in Scarsdale
Beginning an intensive starts with a simple consultation. You talk about your symptoms and what you hope to change. You learn how the process works and whether this format is a good match for your needs.
Many people feel uncertain at first which is completely natural. Once you understand the structure, the path becomes clearer. If you have been carrying something heavy for a long time, an intensive can give you a focused and supported way to move forward.
If you are in Scarsdale and want a deeper and more efficient healing experience, EMDR intensives at Sage Talk Therapy offer a promising direction. You are welcome to reach out, ask questions, and schedule a consultation. You do not have to walk through your healing alone.
Getting Started with EMDR Intensives in Scarsdale
Book a Free Consultation
Taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As an EMDR Therapist in Scarsdale, I invite you to schedule a free consultation to discuss your concerns and explore how EMDR intensive can help you. This no-obligation call allows you to ask questions, learn about my approach, and determine if we’re the right fit. Reach out today to take the first step toward relief and resilience.
FAQs
How do I know if an EMDR Intensive is right for me?
If you’re ready for deeper focus, want to maintain momentum without weekly interruptions, or have specific challenges to address, an intensive may be a good fit. If you’re unsure, start with a traditional session.
How much does it cost?
An EMDR Intensive is a bigger upfront investment, but often more cost-effective than weekly therapy. You’ll spend less time on day-to-day updates and more time directly reprocessing trauma, so progress can happen more efficiently. EMDR intensives start at $550 with insurance, or $850 without insurance.
What is included?
Pre-intensive planning session
Intensive session (3 hours reprocessing)
Post-intensive integration session
Personalized workbook
Grounding and preparation resources
CAN I USE MY INSURANCE?
Insurance may cover part of your EMDR Intensive package. I am in-network with Aetna and UnitedHealthcare. If you have out-of-network benefits, I use Mentaya, a service that helps you maximize reimbursement for therapy sessions.
Feel free to reach out for more information or guidance on using your insurance to support your intensive. I’m happy to help you navigate the process and make it as straightforward as possible.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Schedule a consultation call. Together, we’ll explore whether an intensive or traditional EMDR session is best for your needs.