What should you expect to pay for an EMDR intensive? EMDR intensives in Alabama typically range from about $750 to $2,000 per day, depending on session length, number of days, and setting. It’s not always straightforward, especially when different approaches are involved. At Back Porch Counseling, rates are outlined so you can see how the time is used and what...[ read more ]
How do you know when weekly therapy is no longer enough for what you are working through? It often shows up as slow or interrupted progress, where sessions feel too far apart or unfinished before the work can fully settle. EMDR intensives are extended sessions delivered over a concentrated period of time instead of weekly 50-minute appointments. This approach can...[ read more ]
EMDR intensives and EMDR therapy offer two ways of working through the same process, with the main difference being how the time is structured. One brings longer, focused sessions, while the other moves at a steady weekly pace. You might find yourself wondering which approach feels right. Is it better to stay with the work in a shorter, concentrated period,...[ read more ]
One of the most important things that a bereaved individual can do to help them as they grieve is to express their grief in mourning rituals and activities. I think this is true because it gives voice and form to our feelings of loss and helps us take concrete steps in remembering and honoring our loved ones. In other words,...[ read more ]
I was inspired to write this by the many loss survivors I spend time with each week. Jesus said, in scripture, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” In light of his words, I have written this blessing for my friends who grieve… A Blessing for Those Who Grieve Blessed are those who unexpectedly cry in the...[ read more ]
