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Rachael Garner, Licensed Professional Counselor
Flagship offering · Jackson, MS

EMDR Intensives in Jackson, Mississippi

The proven power of EMDR therapy in a concentrated format, 3 or more hours a day over 1 to 3 days. A focused, accelerated path to feel better faster, so you can get back to your life.

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In person in Jackson onlyHalf day · 1 day · multi-dayHSA/FSA eligibleWeekend hours available
Rachael Garner offering EMDR intensives in Jackson, MS

What it is

A concentrated path through EMDR, without the weekly wait

Traditional therapy asks you to open something painful, then close it back up 50 minutes later and carry it for a week until the next session. For deep work, that stop-start rhythm can stall progress.

An EMDR Intensive removes the interruptions and time limits of the weekly model. Rachael dedicates extended, distraction-free sessions to one clear goal, giving your brain the time and space it needs to fully reprocess what’s keeping you stuck.

It’s the same evidence-based, 8-phase EMDR protocol, just delivered in a format designed for momentum and depth.

Faster relief

Move through the full EMDR process without the week-long gaps that slow momentum. Many clients accomplish in one intensive what can take months of weekly sessions.

Single, focused goal

The entire container is built around one objective (the memory, phobia, or pattern you're ready to resolve), with no time lost to re-settling each week.

Deep, uninterrupted work

Extended 3-6 hour blocks let your nervous system reach and reprocess material that a 50-minute hour rarely has time to touch.

Back to your life

Ideal if you're between weekly-therapy chapters, traveling in for care, or simply want to feel better faster and get back to living.

Intensive vs. weekly

Which model fits where you are?

Both are effective. The right one depends on your goals, timeline, and life.

Weekly Therapy
EMDR Intensive
Time to see momentum
Weeks to months
Within days
Session length
50 minutes
3-6 hours
Re-settling each session
Every week
Once
Best for
Ongoing support
Focused breakthroughs
Scheduling
Recurring weekly
1-3 concentrated days

Is it right for you?

An intensive may be a strong fit if…

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  • You feel "stuck" in weekly therapy and want to break through a specific block
  • A single traumatic event is affecting your daily life
  • You have a demanding schedule and can't commit to months of weekly sessions
  • You're preparing for a milestone, a wedding, birth, surgery, or big transition
  • You're traveling to Jackson and want concentrated care in a short window
  • You've tried talk therapy and want a body-based, evidence-based approach

The process

Four steps to your intensive

A clear, supported path from first call to lasting change.

01

Free 15-minute intro call

A brief, no-cost phone call to answer your questions, hear a little about what's bringing you in, and schedule your consultation. Think of it as a quick screening and scheduling step, not a full assessment of fit.

02

One-hour consultation

In a paid one-hour consultation, Rachael clarifies your goals, completes pre-intensive assessments, and decides with you whether an intensive is the right approach. This consultation fee is credited toward your total package only if you go on to schedule an intensive.

03

Schedule your intensive

Choose the format and dates that fit your life. Weekday, weeknight, or weekend blocks are available.

04

Your intensive days

Focused EMDR sessions with built-in breaks for meals and rest, all in a calm, private setting in Jackson.

Intensive options

Choose the format that fits your goals

Every intensive is customizable. Combine blocks for anywhere from a half day to three days. Weeknight and weekend hours are available for an additional $50/hour.

Best for a single-incident focus

Half Day

3 focused hours

  • One 3-hour EMDR block
  • Pre-intensive assessment & prep
  • Personalized treatment plan
  • Ideal for a specific memory or fear
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Most popular

One Day

6 focused hours

  • A full day of EMDR (with breaks)
  • Pre-intensive assessment & prep
  • Personalized treatment plan
  • Room to reach & resolve deeper material
  • Post-intensive integration guidance
Ask about One Day
Complex or layered trauma

Two Day+

1.5-3 days

  • Multiple extended EMDR days
  • Fully customizable schedule
  • For complex or developmental trauma
  • Deep, sustained reprocessing
  • Integration & aftercare plan
Ask about Two Day+
A note on investment & coverage: Insurance does not cover intensives and superbills are unavailable for this service. HSA/FSA funds may be applied when medically necessary for a diagnosed condition. The one-hour pre-intensive consultation is billed separately and is credited toward your package only if you go on to schedule an intensive. Reach out for current rates and availability.

Questions

EMDR intensive FAQs

What is an EMDR intensive?+
An EMDR intensive delivers Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy in a concentrated format of 3 or more hours per day over 1 to 3 days, instead of spreading it across weekly 50-minute sessions. This removes the interruptions and time limits of the traditional weekly model so you can focus deeply and reach relief faster.
How much does an EMDR intensive cost in Jackson, MS?+
Intensive pricing depends on the format you choose, a half day (3 hours), one day (6 hours), or a multi-day package spanning 1.5 to 3 days. The one-hour pre-intensive consultation has its own fee, which is credited toward your package cost only if you go on to schedule an intensive. Weeknight and weekend hours are available for an additional $50/hour. Reach out for current package rates.
Does insurance cover EMDR intensives?+
Insurance does not cover intensives, and superbills are not available for this service. However, HSA and FSA funds may be used when the intensive is medically necessary for a diagnosed condition. Traditional weekly therapy is covered in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi and Aetna commercial plans.
Is an EMDR intensive as effective as weekly EMDR?+
Research and clinical experience show intensive EMDR can be just as effective as weekly EMDR, and for many people, the concentrated format helps them reach breakthroughs faster because momentum isn't lost between sessions. Rachael will help you determine the best fit during your one-hour consultation.
Who is a good candidate for an EMDR intensive?+
Intensives are well-suited for adults who feel stuck in weekly therapy, who are processing a specific traumatic event, who have limited time for ongoing weekly care, or who are traveling to Jackson for focused treatment. A free 15-minute intro call is the first step, and the one-hour consultation that follows is where Rachael confirms with you whether an intensive is right for you.
Where are the intensives held? Can I do one over telehealth?+
Intensives are always held in person at Rachael's office in the Highland Village Shopping Center in Jackson, Mississippi, a calm, private setting. They are not offered over telehealth. Telehealth is reserved for consultations and weekly sessions. Clients travel in for intensives from across the Jackson metro, including Ridgeland, Madison, Flowood, Brandon, and Clinton, and from beyond.

Ready when you are

Feel better faster with an EMDR intensive

Start with a free 15-minute intro call to ask your questions and schedule a consultation. It's the simplest first step, with no pressure.

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