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EMDR Therapy Intensive for College-Bound Teens with Anxiety | New Jersey
College is coming.
The anxiety doesn't have to.
A focused EMDR intensive that helps college-bound teens feel calmer, more confident, and genuinely ready — in just one afternoon.
EMDR THERAPY— SUMMER PROMO— LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
Now only $650 — includes strategy session, EMDR intensive & college coping toolkit
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2hrs
EMDR intensive
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4-6x
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therapy
NJ
in-person + virtual
options
SUMMER PROMO — LIMITED SPOTS!
This isn’t your typical weekly therapy session.
It’s a focused, fast-track approach designed to help your teen:
Feel more in control of their thoughts and emotions
Quiet the overthinking and constant self-doubt
Learn practical coping skills they’ll actually use
—does this sound familiar?
The college transition is exciting.
So why does your teen seem terrified?
For many teens, the summer before college isn't a celebration — it's a slow build of dread, self-doubt, and overthinking they can't turn off.
Anxiety about leaving home
Separation, new routines, losing their support system — the fear of losing what feels familiar can feel paralyzing, even for teens who seem confident on the outside.
Crippling self-doubt
"What if I'm not smart enough? What if everyone else figures it out and I don't?" The imposter syndrome has already moved in — and college hasn't started yet.
Constant "what if I fail" thinking
They're spiraling about roommates, grades, fitting in — lying awake running through every worst-case scenario before they've even packed a box.
People-pleasing and perfectionism on overdrive
They've been holding it together through high school. But college feels like the stakes just got higher — and they don't know if they can keep performing at that level.
— WHAT THEY WALK AWAY WITH
One intensive. Lasting tools
for everything college throws at them.
✔A regulated, calm nervous system
Real grounding and calming strategies — not just deep breaths — that work when anxiety spikes at 2am in a new dorm room.
✔Confidence that isn't performance-based
Real confidence rooted in tools and self-knowledge — not grades, approval, or achievements that could disappear at any moment.
✔Practical coping skills they'll actually use
A take-home college coping toolkit built around their specific triggers — designed to work in the real situations college brings.
✔Emotional readiness for the transition
They arrive at college not just prepared academically — but emotionally equipped to handle homesickness, social pressure, and the unexpected.
with a modern, relatable approach
A THERAPIST FOR
ANXIOUS CHILDREN & TEENS
I help anxious, high-achieving teens break free from perfectionism, people-pleasing, and self-doubt — so they can feel confident, emotionally grounded, and fully prepared for what’s next.
Whether your teen is battling anxiety, stuck in a cycle of overthinking, or just trying to hold it together, I help them (and you) move through the overwhelm with evidence-based support. Using EMDR, DBT, and real-life tools they can actually apply, we focus on what works—not just what sounds good.
In just one focused 2-hour session, your teen will feel lighter, more grounded, and more in control. They'll walk away with practical skills to manage anxiety, regulate emotions, and handle life’s stressors with more calm and confidence. It’s intentional, high-impact work designed to help them move forward feeling capable and supported
Learn to Handle Big Changes Without the Stress.
because life is hard enough without anxiety running the show.
FAQs
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Therapy Intensives are more effectiveand efficient than normal 50-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 2-hour Therapy Intensive allows for the full 2 hours of depth work. That’s the equivalent of at least five 50-minute sessions or more than a month of therapy - in a single day!
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If your teen is struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or emotional regulation and needs more than traditional weekly therapy, an intensive can provide focused support and faster progress. During the initial consultation, we’ll determine if this is the best fit.
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Every teen is different. Some see significant progress in just one session, while others benefit from multiple intensives. We’ll discuss your teen’s specific needs and create a plan that works best for them.
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Absolutely! Therapy Intensives work very well as an adjunct therapy. I would ask that you sign a Release of Information so that your child’s current therapist and I can collaborate/coordinate to best serve you!
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This premium therapy intensive includes:
1:1 strategy session - $210
EMDR intensive - $600
Coping Skills Toolkit - $150
TOTAL VALUE $960
ON SALE NOW FOR ONLY, $650
*Please note that Therapy Intensives are a premium service and is not covered by insurance.
How It Works
Step #1
Pre-Interview
(60 min)
Identify key challenges, triggers, and strengths to guide intensive session
Develop a custom treatment plan based on your teen’s needs and goals
Step #2
Therapy Intensive Session
(2 hrs)
Learn & practice coping skills for emotional regulation and stress management
Engage in EMDR reprocessing to work through anxious memories and reduce emotional distress
Gain practical tools to build confidence and create lasting change
Step #3
Added Bonus
Your teen will receive a workbook filled with easy-to-follow coping strategies they can use anytime stress, overwhelm, or anxiety shows up—now and in the years ahead!
Backed by Mental Health Professionals
EMDR Therapy Intensive for Anxious Teens in Northern New Jersey
This intensive helps anxious teens feel calm and confident
about college—without months of weekly therapy!
Sessions are available in our New Jersey offices located in Fairfield or—if you prefer—EMDR therapy intensives can be held in the comfort of your own home!
In-home sessions are available exclusively for residents of Bergen, Morris, Sussex, Essex, Passaic, Union, and Hudson counties.
WHAT IS EMDR?
EMDR is a powerful, research-backed therapy that helps the brain process and release stuck emotions — especially around anxiety, stress, or past experiences.
EMDR helps teens feel more confident by targeting the root of their anxiety — not just the symptoms. It clears out the negative beliefs like “I’m not ready” or “I can’t handle this” and replaces them with healthier, more empowering thoughts. As their nervous system calms and those old thought patterns shift, they start to feel more capable, grounded, and ready to face challenges — which naturally boosts their confidence.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the 8 phases of EMDR —
and how each one helps your teen feel more in control.
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History-Taking
We get to know your teen — their stressors, strengths, and what’s been weighing them down. This helps us create a focused, personalized plan.
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Preparation
Your teen learns calming techniques and coping skills to feel safe and in control before we begin any deeper work.
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Assessment
We uncover the specific memories, experiences, or beliefs that are fueling your teen’s anxiety—like “I’m not good enough” or “Something bad is going to happen”—so we can begin to shift them at the core.
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Desensitization
Using eye movements or tapping, we help the brain process those memories so they don’t feel so overwhelming anymore.
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Installation
We strengthen positive, empowering beliefs—like “I can handle this” or “I’m capable”—so they stick, feel real, and begin to replace the anxious self-talk.
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Body Scan
We check for lingering tension or discomfort to make sure the anxiety has been released not just mentally, but physically too.
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Closure
We help your teen return to a calm state and review the progress made, so they leave feeling grounded and safe.
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Reevaluation
Review how they’re feeling and decide if more work is needed or if they’re ready to move forward.
Contact us.
Phone
(973)-520-7829
Locations
277 Fairfield Rd. Suite 103A
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Email
KristenHanisch@gmail.com