COUPLES THERAPY: INTENSIVES
Do you feel like you are in an urgent situation and need to resolve your relationship ASAP? We see many clients in this situation, and doing therapy once every week or every other week can leave couples feeling defeated, anxious, and hopeless.
We are offering clients an alternative to couples therapy by providing intensives. Some couples find this approach more effective as we can work through issues more immediately. We can do more in-depth work in a shorter amount of time.
We offer 4 hour intensives up to 2 days
This does require a time commitment and due the intensity of the work, it is best for the therapist and the couple that these sessions happen during the day. Evening appointments are not best as couples are more tired and you are not getting the best out of your therapist.
*Please note that Amanda Bacchus, MSW, RSW, RP, RMFT-SQ is the only therapist at the Vaughan Relationship Centre offering therapy intensives. You can read more about Amanda here.
Here's The Outline:
First step: Book a 90-minute session with Amanda Bacchus to discuss your relationship
The 90-minute session is for Amanda to assess whether couples therapy intensives are right for you, and if it is, Amanda will tailor a unique intensive for your relationship.
FAQs
How do we know if we need a 4-hour intensive or a couple of days?
Amanda will discuss this at your initial session and together you will determine the best course of action.
My partner is not sure about doing therapy or an intensive
This is why we meet for 90 minutes before we schedule the intensive. Ask your partner to attend the first session, and you can discuss whether it’s a good fit. Please inform them that they are agreeing to one session, and kindly notify us at the time of booking. Inform your partner that they will have the opportunity to meet with Amanda and assess whether it is a good fit before committing.
I am worried we will fight for the entire session.
Amanda is trained to manage these arguments and help you de-escalate. However, you need to be willing to take direction. Remember, you are investing time, energy, and money; you can fight for free at home.
Are intensives covered under benefits?
Some employee insurance covers therapy. Please contact your insurance company to determine the number of hours of therapy covered, whether they will cover a longer duration session, the amount available per year, and who is covered under your plan.
Contact us to set up your first session or if you have further questions.