EMDR Therapy Intensives for Women in Santa Monica & Across California
You’ve done talk therapy. You understand your patterns. But, your body is still anxious, tense or on guard. I offer EMDR Therapy Intensives designed to help high-achieving women heal the emotional patterns their mind understands, but their nervous system still holds.
So you can stop overthinking, feel steady inside, and finally rest without guilt
Signs That You Are A High-Achieving Woman Experiencing Emotional Burnout
You’re responsible. The one people rely on. You’ve learned how to keep going no matter what’s happening inside. You get things done at work, in your family, in your relationships.
But inside?
You replay conversations long after they’re over
You get thrown off by someone’s tone, silence, or distance
You stay productive so you don’t have to slow down and feel
You feel emotionally exhausted but can’t seem to rest
You hit milestones… and still feel empty
You call it “stress” or “anxiety” but it feels deeper than that
This Didn’t Start in Adulthood.
For many high-achieving women, these patterns formed early.
Maybe you grew up with:
A physically absent parent
A caregiver who was present but emotionally unavailable
Inconsistent closeness
Criticism, unpredictability, or pressure to perform
So your nervous system adapted. You became self-reliant. Hyper-aware. Productive. Guarded.
That survival strategy helped you succeed. But now it shows up as:
Chronic anxiety
Emotional reactivity
Overthinking
Burnout
Difficulty feeling safe in relationships
Insight alone doesn’t undo a pattern your body learned to rely on.
You may not call this trauma.
You might call it being tired, sensitive, or “anxious.”
But when your nervous system has learned to stay on guard, it can look like overthinking, emotional reactivity, and burnout, even when life is “fine.”
Why EMDR Therapy Intensives in Santa Monica, CA Work When Weekly Therapy Hasn’t Been Enough
A Different Rhythm for Real Change
Weekly therapy can be incredibly supportive.
But if you’re high-functioning, you may notice the stop-and-start rhythm: You open something tender…Then spend the rest of the week pulling yourself back together.
EMDR Therapy Intensives offer a different rhythm.
Instead of stretching the work over months or years, we work in extended, structured sessions that allow your nervous system to fully process what’s been stuck.
We focus on:
The anxiety stored in your body
The emotional charge behind reactivity
The relationship patterns that feel automatic and hard to control
The survival responses your system learned early
This isn’t reliving trauma.
It’s paced, guided processing that allows your nervous system to update what it no longer needs to brace against
What That Means in Real Life
• You’re not thrown off for days by someone’s tone or silence
• Conversations don’t replay in your mind long after they’re over
• You feel less activated in your body during conflict
• Triggers lose intensity instead of hijacking your nervous system
• You stop bracing before every difficult interaction
• Emotional waves move through you instead of taking you under
EMDR Therapy Intensive Specialties in Santa Monica
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EMDR Therapy Intensives
This is for you if you’ve done therapy before and still feel stuck.
Learn More → EMDR Intensives
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EMDR Therapy Intensives for Trauma
This is for you if your exhaustion traces back to early emotional neglect.
Learn More → Trauma & Childhood Wounds
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EMDR Therapy Intensives for Anxiety
This is for you if overthinking and anxiety keep your body on high alert.
Learn More → Anxiety EMDR Intensives
I’m Olivia, & I Get It!
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, EMDR Certified Therapist based in Santa Monica, offering online EMDR Therapy Intensives throughout California.
Many of the women & men I work with are thoughtful, capable, and deeply self-aware.
They’re not looking for more insight. They’re ready for change that actually lasts. They’re ready to stop managing their anxiety all day. Ready to feel steady in relationships instead of easily thrown off, and ready for relief that doesn’t disappear by the end of the week.
My work is structured, focused, and body-based. EMDR Therapy Intensives allow us to work deeply and efficiently — without stretching healing across years of weekly sessions. We don’t just talk about anxiety, trauma, or burnout. We help your nervous system process what has been keeping you on guard.
I approach this work with clinical depth and practical structure. You’ll understand what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and how it supports long-term stability, and not just temporary insight.
I’m especially drawn to women who learned early how to be strong and self-reliant and are now ready to feel safe in their own bodies.
This work isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping you experience steadiness from the inside out.
When Your Nervous System Isn’t in Survival Mode
You’re in a conversation..and you don’t spiral afterward.
Someone’s tone shifts, and your body doesn’t immediately brace.
You don’t feel that drop in your stomach.
You don’t replay the moment all night wondering what you did wrong. You feel steady.
Not because you forced yourself to stay calm, but because your nervous system no longer reacts like everything is a threat.
You can be close without scanning for distance. You can hear feedback without collapsing. You can say no without over-explaining.
You stop asking, “Why am I so triggered?” Because you’re not living in a constant state of being triggered anymore.
Rest feels safe. Silence doesn’t feel like rejection. Space doesn’t feel like abandonment.
You still care deeply. You still feel fully. But you’re no longer bracing your way through your life.
Ready To Take The Next Step?
If you’re the one who holds it together on the outside but feels wired or tired on the inside, EMDR Therapy Intensives across California were built for this. You aren’t damaged or broken. Your body did exactly what it needed to survive and now it’s ready for something different.
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"Emotions are messengers. We suffer when we silence them."
LET’S MAKE THIS EASY
Frequently Asked Questions
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I do not accept insurance directly. However, I can provide a superbill upon request, which you may submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement, depending on your plan.
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EMDR Therapy Intensives are offered as private-pay services and are priced based on the length and structure of the intensive. Fees are discussed transparently during the consultation so you can make an informed decision before moving forward.
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The consultation is a brief, focused conversation to understand what you’re looking for, answer your questions, and determine whether EMDR Therapy Intensives are a good fit for your needs. There is no pressure to commit—this is simply a space to explore alignment.
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My current rate is $250 per 60-minute session. EMDR Intensives (3, 6, or 9 hours) are also available for clients seeking faster progress and deeper emotional relief. I don’t want finances to be the reason you can’t start. If you’re interested, we can explore options that fit your needs.
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Your initial session focuses on assessment, preparation, and creating a sense of safety and clarity around the work ahead. We will discuss your goals, establish grounding strategies, and ensure the pace feels supportive before moving into deeper EMDR processing.