Why Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Intensives

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) intensives therapy, also known as bilateral eye movement treatment intensives, is a type of ART therapy in which the therapist and client work together for extended periods, typically 3-4 hours per day (sometimes over several days in close succession). This allows for deeper and faster processing of distressing events and can significantly reduce the time spent in therapy.

Some potential benefits of ART intensives therapy include reduced symptoms of distressing events, improved coping skills and ability to adapt, increased ability to process and integrate traumatic and deeply emotional experiences, and improved overall mental well-being. Additionally, the condensed time spent in therapy can result in cost savings for the client. ART intensive therapy should only be pursued with the guidance of a trained and certified ART therapist, after an initial consultation.

ART helps you digest overwhelming experiences that have been stuck and haven’t allowed you to move forward. I will guide you to notice the feelings, body sensations, and images associated with a difficult experience. When processing is complete, you will remember the situation but no longer feel such intense and overwhelming emotions about it.

Keep the Knowledge, Lose the Pain

ART is something I personally believe in. Survivors have been through enough; with ART you do not have to talk in detail about the event or be stuck in years and years of therapy unlearning behaviors and unhealthy coping strategies that aren't working any longer.

I do ART because it works! I was once a client of ART, and I believed in it so much that I learned how to help others with it.

I offer ART Intensives because they offer a greater depth of therapeutic breakthrough and better results than traditional therapy. For those living busy lives, repeated appointments can be difficult to maintain. Instead of coming in weekly for one hour and getting fragments of healing, clients now have the choice to come in monthly or quarterly for 3 - 5 hour increments. Using an Intensive model means we have longer sessions but fewer appointments, so that you feel better faster.

Sessions can be in person in San Antonio, Texas or online for anyone in Texas, Oregon, and Washington. Many people prefer to meet online from the comfort of their own home. Others enjoy the connection of being in the same room together. It depends on your comfort level and what works best for you. I've had clients travel to San Antonio to do their intensive sessions in person, and take a little mini vacation at the same time. The choice is yours.

ART intensives are typically scheduled 1-3 months in advance. A consultation for this service is required.

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the research behind intensives

Economic Value

Accelerated Resolution Therapy Intensives have proven to provide greater economic value to many. Spending upfront for quality treatment has been shown to aid in a better therapeutic outcome. Clients have reported more impactful sessions and greater personal gain with intensives. Why? There is no need for the weekly questions, check ins, the 'what will I talk about this week, stuff! We get down to work for the entirety of the intensive, providing a safe place to leave behind past traumas or behaviors that no longer serve you.

Opportunity for more impactful healing

ART Intensives have been reputed to have a positive impact on individuals. I have personally seen the positive changes an intensive can make! For many it works better with scheduling for their personal/work life. Imagine taking less time off work or away from family, and getting relief from symptoms! No need to wait a week between sessions with intensives.

More research findings can be seen here: https://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/evidence-based/

Why clients love ART Intensives

Reclaim Your Life with Shirley and ART

How is ART different from EMDR Therapy?

Targets images and sensations
Voluntary image replacement
Takes healing beyond desensitization to 'positization'
Process oriented, not content
Typically results seen in fewer sessions

Why Clients Love ART

No need to share details of event
No homework - session goal is resolution
Accelerated measurable results
Can address emotional blocks
Client centered - client is in control of session

is an ART intensive right for me?

You're ready for a shift

You’ve felt that something deep inside has yet to change, but you’re not quite sure how to shift into a new or perspective. Your mind understands rationally, yet you can't get past the emotions.

Hectic Schedule

You’ve been meaning to get into weekly therapy for a while now. Still, your schedule has been so hectic and demanding that a weekly therapy appointment feels overwhelming and not supportive. Your needs are once again put last.

You want it NOW!

You need help —a lot of it — right now, and you don’t want to spend months in the traditional weekly therapy treatment model to feel better. Your life needs to be back on track NOW!

Weekly Sessions Just Aren't Doing It for You

ART intensives support the busy parent with kids, the working professional with more on their plate, or the person who needs help right now. When weekly sessions aren’t working for you, an ART intensive can support you when you need help.

What's Included?

1. Pre-Intensive Interview

A 90-minute session to determine the goals of the Therapy Intensive and prepare for the experience. We will identify the painful memories, beliefs, emotions, or images from which you are seeking relief.

2. Personalized Intensive Workbook

The workbook includes assessments and activities to prepare for the session. The workbook allows you keep a record of progress on your treatment goals before, during, and after our sessions.

3. Post-Intensive Interview

A 45-minute session to debrief the experience and reflect on areas of insight, relief, and transformation. We will discuss your next steps for continued growth and healing.

4. Custom Treatment Program

The Therapy Intensive sessions take place at the office or virtually, and are scheduled for up to 3 hour increments. This includes targeted treatment and resourcing activities customized for you.

Times are Flexible and Customized to Your Needs

If you feel like you've hit a wall with ongoing treatment plans, or spent years in weekly therapy sessions without noticeable changes, ART Intensives are a fresher and more powerful way to get a jump start on the healing process. You can book 1-3 consecutive days or 1x a week of ART therapy (about 3 hours each). This is perfect for anyone who has been waiting for a personal breakthrough. Here we can begin the process towards a better you.

ART Intensives can be done weekly, monthly, quarterly. The choice is dependent upon your treatment goals, time you wish to be in treatment, and desired outcome.

What does an ART Intensive Cost?

Weekdays

Weekdays - Initial 90 minute interview and workbook review

$675

Must be completed 2 weeks prior to first session

Weekdays - Intensive Day

$1300

@3 -4 Hours of ART

Weekends - Initial 90 minute interview and workbook review

$975

Must be completed 2 weeks prior to first session

Weekends - Intensive Day

$1975

@3 Hours of ART

Post Intensive Interview

included

45 minute session to reinforce learned behaviors and changes - completed 2 weeks after intensive.

Additional ART Intensive Hours Available

1-3 hour additional services available after the first intensive. Billed per hour.

In Person ART Intensive Available

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