What are Therapy Intensives & could they be right for you in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Maybe you’ve been in weekly therapy for years, feeling like you’ve plateaued and unable to make the progress you’ve been hoping for. In this post, we’ll explore what therapy intensives are, how they work, and why they might be just what you’re looking for.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by relational distress, unresolved trauma, or marriage challenges, therapy intensives might be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for. Unlike traditional weekly sessions, therapy intensives are extended, focused sessions designed to accelerate healing. They often take place over one to three days, offering a tailored approach to meet your unique needs.

Therapy intensives are ideal for rebuilding connection in relationships, processing trauma in a safe and supportive environment, or tackling long-standing issues without the interruptions of daily life or confines of a short 50 minute session. Benefits include faster progress, focused attention, and the flexibility to fit therapy into your schedule. Think of it like an immersive, uninterrupted experience—designed to fast-track your healing by providing dedicated time to process challenges and explore the many parts of yourself.

The process starts with a free consultation where we’ll identify your goals and ensure it feels like an ideal fit. During the intensive, we’ll use proven methods based on what you’re looking for [like Brainspotting or Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)] to dive deeper into your concerns. Afterward, we’ll create a plan for continued support and growth.

While weekly therapy offers consistent, gradual progress, therapy intensives are perfect for clients who:

  • Need immediate/expedited relief or progress

  • Want to focus on a specific issue

  • Have limited time in their schedule for ongoing therapy

FAQs about Therapy Intensives

  • How long is a therapy intensive?
    Intensives are completely customizable, but most are between 3-6 hours in one day or split across several days, depending on the client’s preference. See links below for more information on both individual & couples intensives that Oldendorf Counseling Services offers.

  • What happens after the intensive?
    We create a follow-up plan for continued support, whether that’s additional sessions or tools to use on your own.

  • Are therapy intensives effective?
    Absolutely, yes! Intensives provide accelerated results that would otherwise take months to achieve in weekly therapy.

If you’re reading to make expedited, significant progress in your healing journey, a therapy intensive may be just the ticket.

Contact me to schedule your free phone consultation today and learn how an intensive can help you!

LEARN MORE ABOUT INTENSIVES:
Couples Intensives
Individual Intensives