EMDR Intensives
An immersive trauma healing experience.
EMDR Therapy located in Anglesea, Surf Coast - servicing Torquay, Geelong and Surf Coast region. Online available Australia-wide.
I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 15 years experience and I’ve been an EMDR therapist for 4 years. I’m currently training to become an EMDR Consultant to further support therapists.
Located in beautiful Anglesea, Victoria, I offer in-person intensive programs. If you’re not local, you might enjoy staying in Anglesea to fully engage in the process while experiencing the stunning coastal life.
What is an EMDR intensive Program
EMDR intensives offer a faster, immersive healing experience compared to traditional weekly or biweekly sessions.
This approach is nurturing and compassionate, aiming to help you feel whole and integrated more quickly. It saves time and money while promoting calm, body connection, and better relationships.
Learn more about EMDR Therapy & How it works
Testimonial
'Rachael is an incredibly nurturing practitioner whose calm presence and guidance was instrumental in my healing and growth. The way she supports you to explore challenging parts of self to gain further awareness, understanding and clarity is quite truly life changing. I feel like a see myself and the world through a different lens, and the magic from this work is still unfolding. Any therapeutic process can be nerve wracking, but I felt safe and supported every step of the way. The holistic nature of this mind/body work has been the perfect approach for me. Incredibly grateful and can’t recommend highly enough!' Anonymous
An EMDR intensive program can support the healing journey of:
Sexual assault, violent incidents, and survivor’s guilt
Complicated grief and traumatic relationships
Performance anxiety
Childhood, adult, and generational abuse
Fears and phobias
Attachment wounds
Trauma from affairs or betrayals
Low self-esteem and self-worth
Chronic pain
Learn more about the evidence based research for EMDR Intensive Programs.
Testimonial
“Finding Rachael was easily the best thing that’s happened for my mental health. Coming from a lifetime of various therapies and medications for CPTSD I was desperate to find something that would genuinely help, rather than giving' new tools or medications. This is how I found out about EMDR and a quick google search lead me to Freedom to Breathe.
After spending a few sessions getting to know Rachael and building a basis for trust and honesty I decided it was time to go deeper. We worked on what I thought were the big things affecting my everyday life and anxiety levels and this lead to the root cause of these feelings. It was time to go really deep and I requested a week long intensive.
The benefits of my time with Rachael are immeasurable. I cannot recommend her highly enough. All facets of my life are greatly improved and I no longer fit the diagnostic requirements for CPTSD for the first time in 15 years. I truly feel free.
The weight is gone and my ability to handle anything and everything that comes my way is my new super power. Friends, family and even my work mates have noticed a huge improvement.
Previously broken relationships which I felt were gone forever have mended with my new understanding of my life and basis for my trauma. I feel largely carefree and any time I have hit adversity, I have been able to process and conquer it relatively easily.
I can’t thank Rachael enough for her care and patience, and would recommend Rachael and EMDR to anyone and everyone” - Anonymous
“In order to change, people need to become aware of their sensations
and the way their bodies interact with the world around them.
Physical self awareness is the first step in releasing the tyranny of the past”
What will change or go away!!
Low mood or depression
Body anxiety and fear
Confusion masking fear
Panic from trauma
Self-loathing and “I’m not good enough” thoughts
Trauma-related body sensations
Unwarranted guilt and shame
Minimizing your experiences
People pleasing and poor boundaries
PTSD symptoms (intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, nightmares)
Insecurity
Testimonial
“I started working with Rachael using EMDR and have found that it has fast tracked my learning and growth. Rachael’s clarity, support & ability to hone in on the direct experience has allowed me to navigate effortlessly through some pretty tough places with awareness and kindness.
EMDR feels less intrusive & scary & as a result I feel more comfortable really addressing the issue that have blocked me.
It has also provided me with a safe space to really look at how I want to live my life. I am calmer, clearer & feel more present in myself than ever before” - Anonymous
Testimonial
“Undertaking EMDR therapy with Rachael has been an incredibly valuable and powerful experience.
Rachael's professionalism, empathy and evidence-based approach supported me to unlock negative memories and experiences that were impacting my relationships and work life that I didn't really understand.
The EMDR therapy also brought up negative memories that I was not consciously aware of, which has helped me understand myself better. The process increased my self-awareness, why I am triggered in certain situations, and how I can reframe memories and experiences to support better communication and wellbeing.
With this increased knowledge, I am able to make better decisions and resolve conflict in healthier ways. My partner has also noticed that I am less reactive, and more reflective when conflict arises.
Rachael's caring and non-judgemental approach created a safe space to undertake EMDR, which has been a wonderful investment in my future relationships, health and wellbeing” - Anonymous
Are you ready for an EMDR Intensive Program?
Are You Ready for an EMDR Intensive Program?
You’re motivated to overcome feeling stuck and regain control over your life.
You want to move past experiences that hinder who you are or want to be and impact your relationships.
You seek to expand your life—whether in work, creativity, relationships, spirituality, or travel—but feel limited by past experiences.
You’re committed to your healing journey and need support to move forward.
As your therapist, I will ensure you feel safe, supported, and guided with compassion.
EMDR Intensives might not be right for you if:
You prefer ongoing talking therapy with a regular therapist.
You’re dealing with suicidal thoughts, self-harm, substance abuse, or dissociation.
You rely on benzodiazepines, which can affect EMDR’s effectiveness.
You’re not ready to make changes in your life right now.
EMDR Intensive Program One
7.5 contact hours includes 90 min assessment + personalised workbook + 90 min follow up session
Program one investment: $1965 (includes GST)
**Payment plans available. Please email for further information.
EMDR Intensive Day Program
7.5 contact hours includes 90 min assessment + personalised workbook + 90 min follow up session
Program one investment: $1965 (includes GST)
**Payment plans available. Please email for further information.
EMDR Intensive Program Two
12 contact hours includes 90 min assessment + personalised workbook + 90 min follow up session.
Program two investment: $3275 (includes GST)
**Payment plans available. Please email for further information.