
EMDR Psychologist Unley
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 require support now and don't want to wait for months in the standard Psychology & EMDR therapy approach to feel better.
- You are motivated for change but spending a lot of therapy time talking about the concerns / crises that arise between sessions (which seem important in the short term, but not helping in the long term). This shifts focus away from the treatment objective and ultimately slows progress.
- Your timetable doesn't align well with the typical therapy schedule. It's difficult to find and maintain the time required to prioritise therapy for months on end.
- You are currently working regularly with another therapist but need more focused, adjunct intervention.



Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
A More Intensive Approach to Therapy Might Be for You
The traditional model of therapy does not serve everyone. That’s why we are excited to announce Bloom EMDR Intensive Therapy treatment programs. These therapeutic programs involve, after a month of extensive client preparation, scheduling long sessions (2 hours) close together (3 per week).
We offer both standard and intensive EMDR therapy to individuals from Unley 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 Unley, SA
About Our Program
We offer multiple treatment options to suit individual needs. The Standard program is comparable to roughly 11 sessions in the traditional therapy model, usually spread over 5 months or more.
With this intensive strategy, we can work through the 8 phases of EMDR therapy and directly address the underlying issue. This method is purposeful and efficient in terms of time, effort, and progress. Research supports its ability to improve wellbeing*.
* Research links are found on the Resources page.
* Research links are found on the Resources page
Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
EMDR Intensives
- Are grounded in research that demonstrates its usefulness in treating trauma and symptoms such as hyper-vigilance, intrusive thoughts/memories, and persistent emotions 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 time-effective, potentially resulting in symptom relief much more quickly.
- Offer a much shorter treatment period and are therefore more suited to meet the constraints of a busy 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
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 Questionnaires & Assessment
- Taking a detailed history
Weeks 2-4
- Initial 1 hour consultation
- Educational videos on psychological concepts
- Exercises to calm your nervous system
- Journal questions to capture essential information


2. Intensive & Targeted EMDR Treatment
Extended, frequent therapy sessions (in person or via Zoom)
A personalised resource pack to assist you during and after this stage
Recordings of yoga practices to help you prepare mentally and physically for the intensive therapy, and to support relaxation and consolidation afterwards
Sleep support exercises


3. Post Therapy Assessment & After Care
Filling out post-therapy online questionnaires
One-hour post-therapy discussion

Bloom Psychology & Yoga Therapy
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a clinical psychologist, EMDR therapist and a certified yoga teacher and yoga therapist. My extensive experience in the field of psychology has been cultivated over 20 years of practice in the field, working across many different settings, clients and psychological conditions. I am a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and The EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
I focus my practice around EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy, after witnessing its positive effects on many of my clients. I’ve also pursued advanced training in various psychological methods, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and neuropsychological-based therapies, which complement my EMDR work. Currently, I exclusively practise EMDR Intensive therapy to prioritise addressing the underlying issues of your mental health, without the usual distractions of day-to-day life.
I am committed to offering tools, strategies, and concepts that assist people in overcoming psychological challenges and help them feel more at ease in their lives.