What the Heck is a VIP Day/Therapy Intensive?

When I first heard about therapy intensives (what I now call VIP Days), I was skeptical. I was used to weekly therapy, where progress is made over time. At the same time, I had that continued experience of getting to 40 minutes in session and reaching a breakthrough point only to have 10 minutes to process it and close up the session (I do 50 minute sessions). So despite my skepticism, my curiosity was piqued. Now, doing them myself, I understand how powerful they can be.

I often think of pivot points in life - points when your choice on what to focus on determines things years down the road. This is what I believe VIP Days serve. They serve as a place where you interrupt the pattern of keeping busy and actually make space for yourself. It’s not about productivity or how many things we check off a list. It’s about having a safe place to be your full, emotional, messy self.

This is why my VIP Days are flexible. This isn’t about checking off “tried EMDR” on a healing to-do list. It’s about the space and permission you give yourself to not do what you’ve always done.

So what does this look like?

Often, when you know, you know. I’ve had folks tell me that when they needed an intensive, they knew they needed the space. So in addition to offering free consult calls, I also let you book your intensive right on my website. I’ll have you fill out some forms after, but you will know you have the spot for yourself. If you’re curious if it’s right for you, a consult call is always available and encouraged!

We meet for three hours. During that time, we’ll talk about what’s coming up and set an agenda together. This usually includes a period of open processing space followed by somatic approaches, parts work, or EMDR. Many people find it helpful to clarify their values and the direction they want to move in going forward. We’ll make concrete plans for integrating this into your life.

In a follow-up check in, we assess your experience following the VIP Day. You may feel confident in moving forward alone, or you may want to schedule weekly or monthly therapy sessions to follow up on what we’ve worked on. The choice is yours.

Curious about booking an intensive?

Read more here and scroll down to book, or click here to schedule a consultation.