EMDR Psychologist McLaren Vale
Interested in a quicker form of psychology and EMDR therapy?
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Bloom EMDR Intensives ARe Now Available
Are you dissatisfied with the traditional format of therapy? Perhaps because:
- You are needing help right now and you don't want to spend months in the traditional model of Psychology & EMDR therapy to feel better.
- You're committed to change, yet a lot of your therapy time is spent addressing concerns or crises that arise between sessions (which feel important at the moment but aren't supporting long-term improvement). This distracts from the treatment goal and delays progress.
- Your routine doesn't match up with the therapy schedule, making it challenging to set aside and maintain the time necessary to focus on therapy over several months.
- You are already seeing another therapist regularly but require additional, targeted support.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A More Intensive Approach to Therapy Might Be for You
Not everyone finds the traditional method of therapy beneficial. This is why we’re proud to offer Bloom EMDR Intensive Therapy treatment programs. These programs focus on a month of comprehensive client preparation and then involve long sessions (2 hours) scheduled close together (3 per week).
We deliver both standard and intensive EMDR therapy for individuals in McLaren Vale and throughout South Australia. For those unable to attend in person, we provide tailored Online Psychology Services.
EMDR Therapy & Psychology in McLaren Vale, SA
About Our Program
We provide a range of treatment programs tailored to individual needs. Our Standard program equates to around 11 sessions in the typical fortnightly therapy format, which would take about 5 months (or more) to finish.
In this intensive approach we have an opportunity to work through the 8 phases of EMDR therapy and target the root of an issue. This approach is intentional and efficient in terms of time, energy and progress. Research also supports that it is effective in improving wellbeing*.
* Research links are found on the Resources page.
* Research links are found on the Resources page
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
EMDR Intensives
- Are supported by studies indicating it is a beneficial treatment for trauma and related symptoms, including hyper-vigilance, intrusive thoughts/memories, and lingering feelings of guilt, anger, shame, and hopelessness.
- Could prove useful in the treatment of various psychological conditions like depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and addiction.
- Are efficient - they may lead to symptom reduction within a much shorter time.
- Provide a shorter treatment duration, making them a better fit for those with a busy schedule.
Video Resources
Watch our videos to learn more about EMDR therapy at Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy.
Psychology in Adelaide & South Australia
EMDR Intensive Therapy Explained
Your EMDR intensive therapy journey involves 3 stages.
1. Preparation
This stage is over 4 weeks and enables you to do some groundwork in the lead-up to Stage 2 (the EMDR Intensive stage of treatment). It prepares you (and me) for these sessions and ensures the most effective use of our time together. It encompasses the following;
Week 1
- Online Assessments and Questionnaires
- Collecting your history
Weeks 2-4
- First 1-hour consultation
- Educational videos on psychological concepts
- Exercises to calm your nervous system
- Journal exercises to collect important insights
2. Intensive & Targeted EMDR Treatment
Extended, frequent therapy sessions (in person or via Zoom)
A tailored resource pack to help guide you during and after this phase
Yoga practice recordings to assist you in preparing your mind and body for the intensive treatment, and to support relaxation and consolidation afterwards
Practices to aid sleep
3. Post Therapy Assessment & After Care
Completion of post therapy online questionnaires
60 minute aftercare discussion
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a clinical psychologist and EMDR therapist, also a certified yoga teacher and yoga therapist. I bring over 20 years of experience in psychology, having worked with numerous clients, in different settings, and across various psychological conditions. I’m a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and The EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
My practice is built around EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy, after recognising the positive impact it has had on many of my clients. In addition, I have completed advanced training in psychological techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and neuropsychological-based therapies, which enhance my EMDR approach. I now focus solely on EMDR Intensive therapy, allowing us to concentrate on the core issues of your mental health, without the interference of daily life’s fluctuations.
I am enthusiastic about sharing methods, approaches, and ideas to help people work through mental health struggles and to guide them towards feeling better and more at peace.