Frequently Asked Questions: Brainspotting Therapy Intensives
It’s common to have questions when considering booking an Intensive Session. Here is information about fees and answers to questions new clients frequently ask. For more information about traditional therapy sessions or other general policy questions, please click here.
What is a Therapy Intensive?
A Therapy Intensive is an accelerated form of therapy designed to help clients go deeper and get results faster. Instead of attending therapy one hour per week for a year, why not carve out a day or two for Therapy Intensives? It’s a cutting-edge approach to help people feel better faster. It can be a great replacement or supplement to weekly therapy!
Who can benefit from Therapy Intensives?
Therapy Intensives are perfect for people that are ready for relief now. If you’re ready to see things change in your life and your relationships but you don’t want to wait for that to happen next year – a Therapy Intensive may be right for you. If you have a specific topic, trauma, or stressor that you want support with – this can be the focus of your Therapy Intensive. The dedicated time will be customized specifically to you and your goals.
Why should I do a Therapy Intensive instead of (or to supplement) a normal 55-minute therapy session?
Therapy Intensives are more effective and efficient than normal 55-minute therapy sessions. Typically in a 50-minute session, there are at least 5-10 minutes of “check- in” at the start of the session and usually, 5-10 minutes spent on “closing up” or “checking out” at the end of a session – Leaving only 30-40 minutes for deep therapeutic work. Therapy Intensives are different. A 4-hour Therapy Intensive allows for 3.5 hours of in depth work. That’s the equivalent of six 55-minute sessions or more than a month of therapy – in a single day!
How many Intensive Days should I schedule?
This depends on your goals for the Therapy Intensive. Some goals can be reached in a 1 Day Intensive (4 hours), but other goals are more complex and may require 2, 1 Day Intensives. I can help you determine the number of days that would work best for your therapy goals.
If I already have a primary therapist, can I do an intensive as adjunct therapy?
Absolutely! Therapy Intensives work very well as an adjunct therapy. I would ask that you sign a Release of Information so that your current therapist and I can collaborate/coordinate to best serve you.
Can my insurance help pay for Therapy Intensives?
Therapy Intensives are not covered by insurance. However, if you have in or out-of-network benefits, your insurance company may reimburse a portion of the Therapy Intensive. It’s best to call the customer service number on the back of your insurance card to learn the details about your specific plan. Make sure to ask questions like: Do I have a deductible for in or out-of-network services? Have I met my deductible? What CPT billing codes do you reimburse (i.e. 90837 or two 90843 in one day)? What is the rate of reimbursement for each billing code? What is the allowable amount for reimbursement?
When are payments due?
A 25% non-refundable deposit is due at the time you book your Therapy Intensive. The remaining 75% is due on the first day of the Intensive Session. Other payment plan options may be available.
What is included and how much does it cost?
All Intensives include a 60 minute Pre & Post Intensive Interview. The cost and time commitment depend on the number of 4 hour Intensives you wish to book. Here’s an idea of how it might break down for you, keeping in mind that this is the cost WITHOUT any assistance from an insurance provider. And yes, you can always add an additional 4 hour Intensive session at any time!
