I believe you were created to have a rich and fulfilling life. If you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions, grief, ongoing high levels of stress, or spiritual battles, it would be my honor to help you discover a renewed sense of purpose, joy, and hope.
I see teens and adults in a virtual setting. Many of my clients feel more comfortable doing therapy from their homes, where they can show up just as they are, in their favorite comfy spot with a cup of coffee or favorite pet by their side, without worrying about travel time. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and holistic approach to therapy. I have a Christian worldview but will meet you where you are spiritually, integrating as little or as much spirituality into sessions as you choose.
I specialize in EMDR Intensives with extensive training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acute Stress Syndrome Stabilization, Trauma and Grief Component Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have a strong background working with addictions and over 20 years of experience in ministry working with high-trauma populations. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, writing, being in nature, watching something funny, or reading a good book.
I know the courage and humility it takes to reach out for help. The first step is the hardest, but I promise it will be worth it. If you think we would be a good fit, I would love to partner with you on your journey toward healing and wholeness!
ABOUT EMDR INTENSIVES & EMDR INTENSIVELY:
EMDR intensives are a highly specialized and personalized form of therapy. They are one of the most efficient and effective ways to reduce or even eliminate symptoms related to a specific experience in a safe and supportive environment.
One EMDR intensive is roughly equivalent to 8 weeks of individual, weekly EMDR sessions completed in just 3 days’ time!
Pros to EMDR Intensive Therapy
- Process more information in a shorter amount of time. Great for those with busy schedules.
- Intensives are highly concentrated and highly focused, sometimes requiring less time and overall cost.
- Clear a major roadblock to healing while still working with your primary counselor for ongoing care.
- Get relief while you are still highly motivated and reduce chances of dropping out of therapy early.
Who is a good candidate?
- Clients aged 15 and up
- Recent or one-time traumatic event: sudden loss, car accident, natural disaster, victim of crime, fire, job loss, divorce, infidelity, etc.
- Ongoing vicarious trauma: Care givers, first responders, physicians, nurses, pastors, missionaries, mental health providers, school personnel
- Prolonged or ongoing high levels of stress: cancer patients, refugees, chronic illness, veterans, abortion recovery, bullying, divorce, financial stress, work related stress, etc.
Who may not be a good candidate?
- Clients under 15 years old
- Unprocessed childhood abuse
- Recent suicidal ideation
- Unsafe home environment
- High Levels of dissociation
- Recent violent/assaultive behavior
If you are unsure if your situation is a good fit, schedule a consultation call. Some issues are better processed slowly.
Intensives include
- A free 10-minute consultation call
- An initial 2-hour Intake Session
- 6 hours of intensive EMDR processing (in 2 hour increments over 3 consecutive days)
- A 1-hour follow-up session
- Client Workbook PDF
- *9 total counseling hours
- *Additional intensive sessions may be added as needed
What is the process?
- Contact Tera for a free 10-15 min consultation call to see if an EMDR intensive will be right for you.
- Schedule a 2-hour intake session to discuss symptoms, learn coping skills, receive your workbook, and prepare for processing.
- At least one week after the initial session, you will have all 3 of your 2-hour intensive sessions within 3 consecutive days of each other.
- Each session will focus on processing while taking breaks as needed.
- You will complete your follow-up session 2-4 weeks after intensive checking your progress.
FAQ's
How should I prepare?
Tera recommends thinking of the days surrounding your intensive as a personal wellness retreat. Consider planning things you enjoy when not in session such as stretching, visiting a museum, biking, massages, recreational sports, etc. Use this time to focus on yourself and your total healing process.
Is virtual EMDR effective?
Research shows that virtual EMDR can be just as effective as in-person work. With virtual EMDR you can do the work in the comfort of your own home.
Does insurance cover intensives?
Unfortunately, not at this time.
What if I have a counselor?
This is great! You can complete an EMDR intensive to overcome a specific issue while still working with your primary counselor for ongoing support.
What if I don't reach my goal?
Tera will work with you to create a continued care plan. This may include doing another intensive or referring you to an EMDR trained therapist.
EMDR INTENSIVELY
People with more complicated trauma (such as childhood abuse) or those who aren’t ready for a full intensive at this time can meet with Tera for 2 hours at a time weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly to help overcome these issues more quickly than just doing weekly, 55 min sessions.
COST: Whether doing a full intensive or working intensively, sessions are billed in 2-hour “intensive” blocks. Contact office for cost.