The Many Ways Therapy Intensives Can Support Individuals and Relationships
The Many Ways Therapy Intensives Can Support Individuals and Relationships
When people think of therapy intensives, they often imagine them as a “last resort” for big trauma or crisis moments. But in reality, therapy intensives are incredibly flexible. They’re not just for trauma recovery or emergencies—they can be a powerful tool for individuals seeking emotional healing and for those who want to strengthen their relationships through their own growth.
Whether you’re carrying the weight of anxiety, trauma, or overwhelm; or you’re hoping to show up more fully in your closest relationships, EMDR therapy intensives offer focused time and space for real transformation.
Therapy Intensives for Individual Growth
For women who feel like they’re holding it all together while quietly carrying the anxiety and overwhelm, traditional therapy can sometimes feel like it moves too slowly. Weekly sessions are valuable, but life doesn’t always allow for months or years of gradual progress.
That’s where intensives shine. By creating several hours or days of uninterrupted time, you and your therapist can dive deep into the heart of what’s weighing you down. Using EMDR in this concentrated format allows your brain and body to stay engaged in the healing process without the weekly “reset.”
This focused work can accelerate emotional healing, giving you the relief and clarity you’ve been craving—so you can feel calmer, lighter, and more present in your everyday life.
How Therapy Intensives Can Improve Relationships
While I don’t offer EMDR intensives for couples, many clients find that the benefits of their own healing ripple outward into their relationships.
When you work through trauma, anxiety, or overwhelm in an intensive, you often gain more capacity for patience, clarity, and connection. Old triggers lose their grip, and healthier communication begins to feel possible. This shift not only supports you but also creates space for stronger, more fulfilling relationships—with your partner, your children, your friends, and beyond.
And for couples specifically seeking an intensive together, I’m always happy to refer to trusted colleagues who specialize in relationship therapy intensives.
Not Just for Crisis
A common misconception is that therapy intensives are only for emergencies or deep trauma. While they are incredibly effective in those moments, they’re also a great fit for people who simply want to grow faster or dig deeper.
Maybe you’re ready to gain clarity around a life transition, finally address lingering stress, or open up more space for joy and ease in your relationships. Therapy intensives give you the gift of focused time to prioritize yourself and your healing—without dragging it out over months of weekly sessions.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Therapy intensives are more than just a format—they’re a doorway into meaningful, lasting change. Whether you’re seeking personal growth through EMDR or hoping to improve your relationships by showing up as your most grounded self, an intensive can help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
If you’re curious about whether this approach could be right for you, I invite you to schedule a consultation. Together, we can explore how a therapy intensive might support your healing journey—and if you’re interested in a couples intensive, I can connect you with trusted colleagues who specialize in that work.
About Jackie Curry, LCSW
Jackie Curry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified EMDR Therapist based in Portland, Oregon. She specializes in helping women who feel like they have to hold it all together—supporting them in releasing anxiety, processing trauma, and finding relief from overwhelm. Jackie offers both traditional EMDR therapy and EMDR therapy intensives for individuals ready to heal more deeply and efficiently.