Common questions
Frequently asked
What is an EMDR Intensive, and how is it different from weekly therapy?
A weekly session is one hour, once a week, often for many months. An EMDR Intensive concentrates that same reprocessing work into extended, focused sessions over a short period — a Prep Talk, the Intensive itself, and a Debrief — so you can make real movement without a long-term weekly commitment.
Do you accept insurance?
I accept insurance for weekly EMDR sessions in the states where I'm paneled (see each state page for specifics). EMDR Intensives are private pay; a superbill can be submitted for out-of-network reimbursement through Thrizer.
Is virtual EMDR therapy actually effective?
Yes. EMDR translates well to secure telehealth, and I work exclusively virtually. What drives results is the structure and the relationship — both are fully present on video.
What states are you licensed in?
Iowa, Florida, Delaware, and Wisconsin. I can only see clients who are physically located in one of these states during sessions.
I don't think I have "real" trauma — is EMDR still for me?
You don't need a single dramatic event to justify getting support. Chronic emotional neglect, years of managing everyone else's emotions, or the constant vigilance of raising a child with a food allergy are all valid reasons to do this work.
How much does an EMDR Intensive cost?
Intensives are $250/hour on weekdays and $375/hour on weekends. See the Rates page for full details and payment options, including HSA/FSA and CareCredit.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
This site and its contact form aren't monitored for emergencies. If you're in danger or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.
Do you still offer standard weekly sessions?
I'm moving toward an Intensives-only model going forward. If ongoing weekly support sounds like a better fit for you, reach out — we can talk through the options.
What makes Olson Counseling Services a good choice for EMDR therapy in Iowa?
Olson Counseling Services is Amity Olson, LCSW — an EMDR therapist offering 100% virtual EMDR Intensives to clients across Iowa, where the practice started. Instead of an open-ended weekly caseload, the work is structured as a Prep Talk, the Intensive itself, and a Debrief, so you can make focused progress without a months-long weekly commitment. Sessions are telehealth-only, available anywhere in Iowa — Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Iowa City, and smaller communities in between.
Where can I find an online EMDR therapist in Florida?
Olson Counseling Services offers secure, 100% virtual EMDR Intensive therapy to clients located anywhere in Florida — Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, and beyond. Amity Olson, LCSW is licensed in Florida and sees clients by telehealth only, so there's no office and no commute.
Do you offer EMDR Intensives in Delaware and Wisconsin?
Yes. Olson Counseling Services offers EMDR Intensive therapy by secure telehealth to clients located in Delaware and Wisconsin. Amity Olson, LCSW is licensed in both states, and because the practice is 100% virtual you can do focused Prep Talk, Intensive, and Debrief sessions from wherever you are — Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, or anywhere else in-state.
Do you offer telehealth EMDR across Iowa, Florida, Delaware, and Wisconsin?
Yes. Olson Counseling Services is a 100% virtual practice, offering EMDR and EMDR Intensive therapy by secure telehealth to clients physically located in Iowa, Florida, Delaware, or Wisconsin at the time of their session. There is no physical office — every session is online.