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When talk therapy isn't enough, and you're ready for change.

Therapy Intensives for women who are motivated for short-term focused therapeutic work, and ready to heal on a deeper level.

Definition: Therapy Intensives are a series of extended 90-120 min sessions over a short period of time targeting a specific goal.

In Person in Austin, TX

Telehealth across Massachusetts 

Not your typical therapy session.

What's the process of an intensive?

Sample Schedule

Week 1:

Monday - Initial 50 minute intake

Tues + Wed - complete work book at home

Thursday - Extended Session 

Week 2

Monday - Extended Session

Thursday - Extended Session

Week 3

Monday - 50 minute follow up session

Free consult call

20 minutes, no pressure. We talk about what's bringing you in and whether a therapy intensive is right for you.

History & groundwork

One initial session for history taking, goal setting, and reviewing the client workbook. 

Reflection

You complete an EMDR workbook that asks you to reflect on your upbringing, beliefs, and coping strategies. Your answers help us focus in on the most important areas for healing.

The Intensive

The core work begins. We schedule your preferred number of extended 90-120 min sessions over the span of a couple of weeks. 

Integration

We check what's shifted, reinforce it, and decide together what still needs attention or where we can close out.

Real talk: it's not for everyone.

Who is a good fit for an intensive?

Therapy intensives are a good fit for women who:

  • Have a few mornings or afternoons to dedicate time to healing and reflecting.

  • Are motivated to examine how past experiences are currently affecting them. ​

  • ​Have tried talk therapy in the past and want a more focused approach. 

Therapy intensives are not a good fit for women who:

  • Want ongoing weekly support for their mental health

  • Don't have a flexible schedule or the time to dedicate to extended sessions

  • Don't feel ready to address past events

Ready to try a therapy intensive?

Contact me with questions, or click the button to book a free 20 minute consultation

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Shannon Stern, LPC-S, LMHC

EMDR and IFS Therapist in Austin, TX & MA

Therapist for anxious women in Austin TX

©2022 by Shannon Stern Therapy, PLLC.

Photography by

Salt & Stag Photography @saltandstag

The Artists Collective @the_artists_collective

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