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Is traditional therapy anymore?
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You don't have time to devote to weekly sessions.
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You're seeking a deeper, more concentrated healing
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You have a therapist you love working with, and also need to process past traumas so you can begin moving forward with your other goals
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You’ve done the work. You’ve learned the skills. But something is still holding you back.
YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE.
EMDR intensives can help you accomplish in hours what may take months in traditional therapy.
What is an EMDR Intensive Retreat?
EMDR Intensive Therapy is a powerful way to accelerate the healing that you would experience in a typical EMDR session. Rather than going to counseling for an hour session once a week, you would set aside one week for our retreat, which includes 6 hours, 1.5 hours a day for intensive therapeutic work. Combined with Yoga, Meditation, Sound Baths, and Group Facilitated Content we help you journey deeper and feel better faster, without months of therapy.
The human brain is absolutely
Did you know it has an to itself?
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What does the research say about EMDR Intensives?
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Intensive application of trauma-focused therapy seems to be well tolerated in patients with PTSD, enabling faster symptom reduction with similar, or even better, results, while reducing the risk that patients drop out prematurely.
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Intensive EMDR treatment is feasible and is indicative of reliable improvement in PTSD symptoms in a very short time frame.
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An intensive program using EMDR therapy is a potentially safe and effective treatment alternative for complex PTSD.
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The economy is compelling: even compared to other trauma therapy, the intensive format may decrease treatment time, because of time not spent on a) checking in at the beginning of each session, b) addressing current crises and concerns, c) focusing on stabilizing and coping skills that the client won’t need after trauma healing, or d) assisting the client in regaining composure at the end of the session.
EMDR intensives can help:
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Survivors of sexual trauma
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Individuals who are grieving
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Veteran/Military Trauma
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Relational Trauma
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Anxiety and Panic Attacks
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Recent Traumatic Events
This is designed for....
Ages 18 years and Older
Anyone who has experienced any one of the following: Recent or past trauma, traumatic grief, complicated grief, sexual trauma, combat/military trauma, anxiety and panic attacks.
Must be able to label, describe, and connect to and manage your feelings, with limited disassociation (A consultation will be provided to screen for this)
Enjoy or are open to meditation, yoga, and being in nature on/around the beach
Any level of physical fitness, each yoga experience is easy to moderate and we go at a leisure pace.
Individuals who want the space, time, and focus to feel free of everyday existence, in order to fully give attention to and allow your inner processes to unfold
Ready to learn valuable skills in order to heal trauma that has been preventing you from living the life you want.
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Find while enjoying the relaxation of a vacation!
Explore Topsail Beach!
The Retreat ...
One on one Pre and Post Retreat Zoom Call to facilitate therapeutic connection and establish safety emotionally
5 days and 4 nights in a seaside beach home in Topsail Beach, NC
All Meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners, snacks and beverages (dietary restrictions accommodated upon request)
Daily Moments of mindfulness and yoga, to deepen connection to self and assist your body in telling its trauma story
A custom workbook to complete prior to Retreat to assist with grounding and emotion management
Facilitated adventure activities each day to further provide relaxation and explore Topsail Beach!
Not Included..
Airfare or Ground Transportation to the Retreat Location.
(A shuttle will pick up attendees from the airport the day of Arrival, prior to 10am. If your airfare arrival is after 10am, you will be responsible for transportation to the retreat center from the airport.)
Trip Insurance (recommended)
Retreat Itinerary
Tuesday
10 am Arrival & Check-in
Grounding Exercise
Intention Setting
12pm Lunch
1-2 pm EMDR or Free Time
2-3pm EMDR or Free Time
3-4pm EMDR or Free Time
4-5pm EMDR or Free Time
6pm Dinner
8pm Sound Bath and Meditation
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Wednesday-Friday
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8 A.M. Yoga
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9-10am Breakfast
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10-11:30 EMDR Session or Free Time
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11:30-1 P.M. EMDR Session or Free Time
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1-2 Lunch
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2-3:30 P.M. EMDR Session or Free Time
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3:30-5 P.M. EMDR Session or Free Time
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6 P.M. Dinner
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8 P.M. Reflection on the day​
Saturday
Sound Bath & Meditation
Breakfast
Closing Ceremony
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When not in a 90-minute EMDR session, you are free to explore the area, go to the beach, rest, relax, and nap; it's your time to practice self-care!
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Pop-up emotional wellness activities and opportunity for adventure activities will be provided each day at no cost. We will have a sign-up prior to the retreat for activities.
*Activities and schedule are subject to change
* A finalized Itinerary will be provided one week prior to retreat
FAQ
If I bring a guest, does that reduce the cost?
Brining a partner or friend along for support does not reduce the price. We do offer a guest fee to include cost of accomodations, meals, and activities. Guests will not be permitted to attend the EMDR sessions with you. Guests must respect the privacy and confidentiality of attendees and their guests when sharing personal information at the retreat welness activties.
If I come alone will it be awkward?
Not at all! We will have a pre-retreat Zoom call to help everyone meet and begin initial connections. We will pair you with another solo traveler as well so you can make a new friend!
What should I bring?
You will be given a packing list ahead of the retreat with everything you need to bring.
*** Any further questions please feel free to email afayak@healitinthewild.com or call 757-279-8870***
What fitness level do I need to have?
The yoga is also at a leisure pace and you may pause, take breaks, and use adjustments at any time your body is suggesting you need it.
What is the closest Airport?
Wilmington International airport is the closest, with an hour drive away. Raleigh Airport is 2.5 hours away. Ground transportation from the Wilmington Airport to the retreat location will be provided.
What if I need to cancel?
The deposit is non-refundable. You may cancel the retreat reservation and receive a full refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit, only if the cancelation is made 60 days or more before the start of the retreat. When using a payment plan, you must notify us three days prior to the upcoming payment date if you wish to cancel and no further charges will occur. Any payments made, with the exception of the deposit, will be refunded as long as cancellation is made 60 days or more prior to retreat start date. While not required, we suggest securing travel insurance so that your investment is protected in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Meet the Host
Ashley Fayak, LPC
Ashley Fayak is a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor at Heal it in the Wild LLC in Richmond, VA. She has a passion for helping individuals,adolescents and adults, both women and men, who are facing anxiety, grief, and trauma, guiding them back to a life that feels enjoyable. She also works with SonderMInd Provider Network to assist Veterans with PTSD, childhood trauma, and traumatic grief. Specializing in trauma and PTSD, Ashley helps clients re-establish safety in their bodies and minds, while reprocessing traumatic experiences.
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