EMDR Psychologist Mitcham
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Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Bloom EMDR Intensives ARe Now Available
Do you feel that the traditional way of therapy doesn’t meet your needs? Perhaps it’s due to:
- 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 eager for change but find yourself using much of your therapy time discussing issues or crises that come up between sessions (which seem urgent at the time but aren't helping in the long run). This takes focus off the treatment goals and slows down progress.
- Your schedule is a poor fit for the therapy schedule. i.e., it's hard to create and keep the time needed to prioritise therapy over a period of months.
- You are working with another therapist on a regular basis but need a more focused, complementary approach.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A More Intensive Approach to Therapy Might Be for You
The traditional approach to therapy doesn’t work for all individuals. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce Bloom EMDR Intensive Therapy programs. These programs include a month of thorough client preparation followed by scheduling extended sessions (2 hours) close together (3 per week).
We offer both standard and intensive EMDR therapy to individuals from Mitcham and other locations across South Australia. For those unable to visit in person, our dedicated Online Psychology Services are available to support you.
EMDR Therapy & Psychology in Mitcham, SA
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.
This intensive method allows us to move through the 8 phases of EMDR therapy and address the core of an issue. It’s a deliberate and efficient use of time, energy, and focus. Research supports its ability to enhance wellbeing*.
* Research links are found on the Resources page.
* Research links are found on the Resources page
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
EMDR Intensives
- Are backed by research showing it is a helpful treatment for trauma and associated symptoms like hyper-vigilance, intrusive thoughts/memories, and ongoing feelings of guilt, anger, shame, and hopelessness.
- May be beneficial in the treatment of a range of psychological symptoms including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD and addiction.
- Are efficient, possibly bringing about a reduction in symptoms in a significantly shorter period.
- Provide a quicker treatment option, which is better suited to accommodate a hectic schedule.
Video Resources
Watch our videos to learn more about EMDR therapy at Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy.
Psychology in Adelaide & South Australia
What to Expect from Intensive EMDR Therapy
There are 3 stages to your EMDR intensive therapy journey.
1. Preparation
This 4-week stage helps you establish a foundation leading up to Stage 2 (the EMDR Intensive part of treatment). It prepares both of us for the sessions and ensures we use our time effectively. It involves the following;
Week 1
- Digital Questionnaires and Evaluations
- History taking
Weeks 2-4
- First 1-hour consultation
- Psycho-educational videos
- Methods to help regulate your nervous system
- Writing prompts to gather vital information
2. Intensive & Targeted EMDR Treatment
Longer, more frequent therapy sessions (either in person or over Zoom)
A tailored resource pack to help guide you during and after this phase
Yoga recordings to help prepare your body and mind for intensive treatment, and to promote relaxation and integration after
Sleep support exercises
3. Post Therapy Assessment & After Care
Submission of post-therapy digital assessments
One-hour post-therapy discussion
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a clinical psychologist, EMDR therapist, as well as a certified yoga teacher and yoga therapist. With over 20 years of experience in psychology, I’ve worked in various settings with diverse clients and psychological conditions. I’m a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and The EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
My practice is focused around EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy, after observing the beneficial impact it offered to many of my clients. I have also undertaken advanced training in a number of psychological modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness and neuropsychological based therapies, which I draw on to support the EMDR approach. I now work exclusively with EMDR Intensive therapy, allowing for maximum focus on addressing the core issues behind your mental health concerns, with less distraction from the ups and downs of daily life.
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.