Sometimes what we’re missing isn’t another therapy session.
Sometimes we’re simply missing enough time.
There are moments in therapy when an hour is exactly what’s needed.
There are other moments when you’re just beginning to understand something important, only to realize it’s time to stop.
A Therapy Intensive creates the opportunity to continue.
Instead of ending just as the conversation begins to deepen, we have the time to slow down, stay with what matters, and allow the work to unfold without feeling rushed.
This isn’t about fitting more therapy into a day.
It’s about giving meaningful therapy the time it deserves.
Why More Time Can Matter
Most therapy sessions begin with catching your breath.
You’re shifting from work, family, responsibilities, traffic, or everything else you’ve been carrying that day.
By the time you’ve settled in enough to talk about what really matters, it’s often time to wrap up.
A Therapy Intensive creates room for a different pace.
There is time to settle into the work.
Time to follow an important conversation instead of watching the clock.
Time to pause when needed, gather your thoughts, and continue.
For many people, that uninterrupted time changes the experience of therapy.
Why I Offer Therapy Intensives
For years, I attended weekly therapy and made meaningful progress.
But because of the level of trauma I had experienced, fifty-minute sessions often felt incomplete.
As a therapist, I would leave my own appointment just as we were getting somewhere, then immediately shift into caring for my clients. It was difficult to stay with my own work long enough to let it unfold before moving into the next part of my day.
When I experienced a Therapy Intensive, I realized what I had been missing.
For the first time, I wasn’t watching the clock.
I wasn’t deciding what needed to wait until next week.
There was time to settle in, follow what mattered, take a break when I needed one, and return to the work without feeling rushed.
Some of the greatest clarity I experienced in my own therapy came during those longer sessions, because I finally had enough time to stay with it.
That experience is what led me to begin offering Therapy Intensives in 2019.
I wanted to offer my clients the kind of therapeutic experience that had been so meaningful in my own life.
Sometimes the greatest gift in therapy isn’t another technique.
Sometimes it’s having enough time for the noise to quiet so you can hear yourself again.
What Clients Have Appreciated
Over the years, clients have shared that what they appreciated most wasn’t simply having a longer appointment.
It was having the time to stay with the work.
They’ve described appreciating:
Not feeling rushed.
Having enough time to get to what really mattered.
Being able to pause, regroup, and continue.
Leaving without feeling like an important conversation had been cut short.
Having space to think instead of feeling pressured by the clock.
Feeling more present throughout the day.
Having time to reflect before returning to everyday life.
A therapy experience that felt thoughtful rather than hurried.
Every Therapy Intensive is different because every person is different.
Is a Therapy Intensive Right for You?
A Therapy Intensive may be a good fit if:
You often leave therapy wishing you had more time.
You feel like your session ends just as you’re getting to what matters most.
You’d like dedicated time to focus on one area without feeling rushed.
You’re traveling to Arkansas for therapy and want to make the most of your visit.
You’re looking for a therapy experience designed around your needs instead of a standard appointment.
What to Expect
Every Therapy Intensive begins with a 90-minute planning session.
We’ll talk about what brings you in, discuss your goals, review your history, and decide how to make the best use of our time together.
From there, I’ll create a plan designed specifically for you.
No preset packages.
No one-size-fits-all schedule.
Just thoughtful therapy built around your goals.
An Investment in Yourself
Most of us spend our lives investing in other people and other responsibilities.
We invest in our families.
Our work.
Our homes.
Our education.
The relationship you have with yourself deserves that same attention.
The things we make room for often become the things that shape our lives.
Choosing a Therapy Intensive is choosing to make room for yourself.
It’s setting aside dedicated time to focus on work that often gets pushed aside by the demands of everyday life.
Investment
90-Minute Planning Session
$300
Required before scheduling your Therapy Intensive.
Together we’ll determine whether an intensive is the right fit and create a personalized plan for our work together.
Therapy Intensives
$275 per hour
Each Therapy Intensive is designed around your goals and the amount of time that best supports your needs.
You’ll also want to plan for a few days of downtime afterward to let your body and mind integrate what we uncover together.
Healing is powerful, and it also requires rest.
Not Sure Where to Start?
That’s okay.
If you’re unsure whether a Therapy Intensive or traditional weekly therapy would be the better fit, send me an email.
We’ll schedule a brief consultation, talk through your questions, and decide together what approach makes the most sense for you.
I’d rather help you make an informed decision than wonder if you’re choosing the right path.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? You are welcome to explore the FAQ page or reach out anytime.
Healing work can feel vulnerable, especially when you are considering something deeper than traditional weekly therapy. You do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out.
If something in you feels ready for support, for clarity, or for change, you are welcome here.
When you feel ready, simply reach out to schedule a consultation call and we can explore whether an intensive feels like the right fit for you.
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A Therapy Intensive is a focused, extended therapy experience designed to help you move through deeper layers of healing without the stop-and-start rhythm of traditional weekly therapy.
Rather than spending months building momentum one hour at a time, intensives create intentional space for nervous system regulation, insight, emotional processing, and meaningful change in a more immersive way.
Intensives may include approaches such as:
EMDR
Nervous system and attachment-focused work
Sand tray and experiential exercises
Parts work
Guided reflection and resourcing
Education and integration
Every intensive is personalized based on your needs, goals, history, and emotional capacity.
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Therapy intensives are private pay only and are not billed through insurance.
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A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your intensive dates.
This deposit is applied toward the total cost of your intensive.
Because intensive appointments require significant preparation and scheduling, the deposit is non-refundable.
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I accept:
All major credit cards
CareCredit
Payment plans may also be available. However, the full balance must be paid before the first day of your intensive.
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Each intensive is tailored specifically to you. Sessions may include:
Nervous system regulation work
Trauma processing
Attachment and relational work
EMDR
Sand tray or experiential activities
Emotional education and integration
Resourcing and grounding techniques
The goal is not to overwhelm you, but to create a structured, supportive space where meaningful healing work can happen safely and intentionally.
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All intensives take place in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
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Clients traveling in for intensives typically fly into Fort Smith Regional Airport.
Airport Code: FSM
The airport is conveniently located near the office, hotels, restaurants, and shopping areas.
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There are several comfortable lodging options available in the area, including:
Hotels
Extended-stay accommodations
Cozy Airbnb rentals
Many clients prefer staying somewhere quiet and restful to allow space for reflection and nervous system recovery between sessions.
Once your intensive is scheduled, I am happy to provide recommendations based on your preferences and budget.
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The first step is scheduling a consultation call.
During that conversation, we will discuss:
Your goals
What you are hoping to work through
Whether an intensive feels like a good fit
Which intensive option may best support your needs
From there, we will discuss scheduling, preparation, and next steps.
What Matters Most to Me
Beginning therapy is a big step.
Choosing to spend several hours with someone you’ve just met can feel even bigger.
I don’t take that trust lightly.
My hope is that when you walk through my door, you’ll feel welcome.
You don’t have to know exactly what to say.
You don’t have to have everything figured out.
We’ll start where you are.
My role is to provide a space where you can slow down, feel supported, and engage in meaningful therapeutic work at a pace that fits you.
Over time, I hope this becomes a place where you don’t have to keep trying to figure out who you need to be.
Instead, you’ll have the time and support to discover more of who you already are.