What are therapy intensives?
Therapy intensives are a type of therapy that involve longer, more frequent sessions over a shorter period of time. They are designed to help people make progress faster and address specific issues or goals.
Cut down on the amount of time you're in therapy
How do therapy intensives work?
- Therapy intensives are goal-driven and focus on one specific issue.
- Therapy intensives can be offered in-person or online.
- Therapy intensives can include a variety of therapeutic modalities.
- Therapy intensives can be scheduled in one-day or multi-day increments.
Who might benefit from therapy intensives?
- People who want to explore a specific issue
- People who want to make progress faster
- People who have a schedule that makes weekly therapy difficult
- People who want to deepen the work they started in a group workshop
- People who have tried traditional talk therapy and feel like they haven't gotten anywhere
What are therapy intensives used for?
- Trauma: Therapy intensives can help people process traumatic memories and emotions.
- Couples work: Therapy intensives can help couples address issues and make progress.
- Severe mental health issues: Therapy intensives can help people with severe emotional or psychological challenges.
How do I get started?
- The process begins with a 1:1 consultation with April Hannah, to determine whether a Therapy Intensive is an appropriate fit, and whether this model can adequately address your concerns.
- After the consultation, we will develop a personalized plan, including the recommended treatment option (e.g., 3hrs, 2 days, etc.).
- April will meet with you in blocks and anything over 3 hours will include a lunch/meal and breaks as needed.
- April will also work with you on a follow-up plan that may include work with your regular therapist, or any other providers you may see.
Benefits of Therapy Intensives Vs. Traditional 50 min Talk Therapy Sessions
- Faster results in fewer sessions
- More immersive and uninterrupted time to work through complex issues
- Utilizes advanced therapeutic interventions to accelerate progress
- A personalized approach that targets your specific needs more effectively
Will insurance cover the cost?
Insurance typically only covers standard 45 to 53-minute therapy sessions. Therapy intensives are considered extended sessions, and therefore, self-pay is required. While these are out-of-pocket expenses, the rapid progress many experience often leads to fewer overall sessions needed.