Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) in California
In-person in Sacramento • Online throughout California
Tap into your brain’s natural healing system
You’re ready for change but the idea of regular weekly talk therapy doesn’t quite feel like it fits. You might:
Have a memory or money–story that keeps interrupting your life, your sleep, your focus.
Feel like you’ve done “everything” and yet the stress, financial worry, or trauma – emotional or relational – still won’t let go.
Be a high-achiever, a caregiver, someone juggling finance, health, life transitions, and you just don’t have the time (or energy) for months of therapy.
ART gives you the chance to move differently: faster, more deeply, with fewer sessions and less talk. If that’s you, you’re in exactly the right place.
At Koru Financial Therapy, we recognize the emotional complexities that greater Sacramento, Californians face.
We are dedicated to providing a neuro-affirmative, non-judgmental, and supportive environment, integrating evidence-based Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
ART Helps With
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How Does it Work?
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a brief, evidence-based psychotherapy that integrates techniques from various therapeutic approaches to address trauma and other psychological stressors.
Your Therapist at Koru Financial Therapy will use utilize rapid eye movements and image rescripting to recondition how distressing memories are stored in the brain, thereby reducing their emotional impact.
Typically, ART can lead to significant improvements in conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression, often within one to five sessions. By transforming negative images associated with traumatic memories into positive ones, ART empowers individuals to alleviate suffering and enhance their overall quality of life.
ART + Financial Therapy
Suppose you are experiencing financial stress or anxiety. In that case, integrating Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) with financial therapy at Koru Financial Therapy offers a comprehensive approach to addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of financial stress.
ART's techniques, such as rapid eye movements and imagery rescripting, facilitate the reprocessing of distressing memories, enabling individuals to alleviate anxiety and trauma associated with financial challenges.
This integration empowers clients to make more informed financial decisions, aligning their behaviors with their authentic feelings and reducing the impact of past financial traumas on current financial well-being.
ART + Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Integrating Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment, leveraging the strengths of both modalities to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
By blending ART's rapid symptom relief with ACT's emphasis on acceptance and values-driven action, individuals can experience a holistic healing process. ART addresses and diminishes the intensity of traumatic memories, creating a foundation upon which ACT can build by fostering mindfulness and commitment to meaningful life changes.
This integrated approach not only alleviates distressing symptoms but also empowers individuals to lead fulfilling lives aligned with their core values.
ART is Evidence-Based
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an evidence-based psychotherapy recognized for its effectiveness in treating PTSD, depression, stress, and enhancing personal resilience. Research also supports its promise in addressing symptoms related to phobias, panic, anxiety, sleep disturbances, behavioral challenges, and overall psychological well-being.
What makes ART unique is its integration of well-established, evidence-informed techniques—such as imaginal exposure, relaxation through guided eye movements, visualized in-vivo exposure, rescripting of distressing imagery, and elements of Gestalt therapy. These methods work together to help individuals rapidly process and resolve traumatic experiences without the need to verbalize detailed narratives.
Here are selected research articles that highlight the therapeutic benefits of ART, desensitization, rescripting, and Gestalt Therapy—core components of ART.
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What therapy looks like
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50 min Individual sessions: $250
90 min sessions: $350
Learn more about your Options & Fees here.
We are an out of network (OON) provider, meaning we do not accept insurance. Read Your therapist is out of network, Now What? for more information.
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In the initial Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) session, we will conduct a comprehensive intake to understand your concerns and determine the suitability of ART for your specific issues.
We will then explain the ART process, emphasizing that it involves eye movements similar to those used in other therapies and that you are not required to verbalize details of your traumatic experiences.
Once consent is gained, your therapist guides you to identify a distressing memory to focus on, referred to as a "scene." You will then follow the therapist's hand movements with their eyes while visualizing this scene, a process designed to facilitate relaxation and desensitization to the traumatic memory. This session typically lasts between 60 to 90 minutes, during which your therapist may assist you in reimagining the distressing memory with positive imagery, aiming to reduce its emotional impact.
For a visual overview of ART, you might find this introductory video by Laney Rosenzweig, the developer of the ART method, informative:Intro to Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) with Laney Rosenzweig
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In our therapeutic approach, we begin with Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) during the initial sessions to swiftly address and alleviate emotional blockages, such as trauma and anxiety, by reprogramming how distressing memories are stored in the brain. Once these obstacles are mitigated, we transition to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to enhance psychological flexibility and commitment to personal values, and/or Financial Therapy to address financial stressors and promote financial well-being. This integrated methodology ensures a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.
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Between Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) sessions, it's beneficial to engage in activities that promote relaxation and emotional processing. Here are some recommendations:
Prioritize Rest: After an ART session, your brain continues to process the therapeutic work. Ensure you get adequate sleep to support this ongoing healing process.
Engage in Gentle Physical Activity: Activities like yoga, stretching, or leisurely walks can enhance bodily awareness and further the integration of therapeutic gains.
Explore Creative Outlets: Engaging in creative endeavors such as drawing, writing, or playing music can facilitate emotional expression and processing.
Notably, ART does not typically require homework assignments between sessions, allowing you to focus on these self-care practices to support your therapeutic journey.
Let's Connect
Click on the button to schedule your free 20- minute consultation. I will reach out within 24 hours with some time options. The phone call will focus on understanding your concerns/needs and to see if we are a good fit.
Benefits of ART at Koru Financial Therapy
Rapid relief from trauma, money anxiety, stress or recurring memories
Less talk-time, fewer sessions — efficient healing for busy lives
Clearer emotional freedom so you can act on values, career, finances, relationships
A unique integration of trauma therapy + financial/emotional context
Strong support for entrepreneurs, executives, caregivers, individuals navigating major transitions
Is ART right for you? Consider ART if:
You feel stuck repeating patterns (financial, relational or personal)
You’ve tried traditional therapy but still carry the emotional weight of money or memory
You want deeper change in less time and you’re ready to work directly with your nervous system
You’re navigating a major life shift and want relief that helps you move forward
Meet Your Lead Therapist
Hi, I’m Mariah. I am a licensed psychotherapist based in California dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of all Californians.
I have over 20 years of experience in mental health and medical social work and have been in private practice since 2018.
My educational background includes a BA in Sociology from UC San Diego, and an MSW, from UC Berkeley. My licensure is licensed clinical social worker in CA, LCSW #65613.
I look forward to our work together.
FAQs
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a brief, evidence-based psychotherapy that utilizes eye movements and visualization techniques to help individuals process and resolve distressing memories and emotions. Here are some frequently asked questions about ART:
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Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an evidence-based unique approach to psychotherapy.
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The ART Therapist guides the client to replace the negative images in the mind that cause the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress with positive images of the client’s choosing. And this is done quickly, most often within one session! Once the negative images have been replaced by positive ones, the triggers will be gone. Nightmares and repeated intrusive thoughts will stop.
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ART has been effective in treating various conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, phobias, and grief, and substance disorders.
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Many individuals experience significant relief from their symptoms in 1 to 5 ART sessions, depending on the nature and severity of their issues.
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No, ART does not require clients to verbalize specific details of their traumatic experiences, making it a non-invasive option for those uncomfortable with sharing their trauma.
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Some individuals may experience vivid dreams or heightened emotions following ART sessions, but these effects are typically temporary.
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While both ART and EMDR utilize eye movements to process traumatic memories, ART is more directive and often achieves results in fewer sessions.
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ART is effective for a wide range of individuals, including children and both military and civilian populations. However, its suitability depends on individual circumstances, which should be discussed with a qualified ART practitioner.
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ART focuses on reprocessing distressing memories to reduce their emotional impact, allowing clients to move forward without being hindered by past traumas. This reduction in emotional distress can enhance a client's ability to engage in ACT, which emphasizes accepting thoughts and feelings without judgment and committing to actions aligned with personal values. By alleviating the burden of traumatic memories through ART, clients may find it easier to practice mindfulness and acceptance strategies central to ACT.
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Financial Therapy addresses the emotional and psychological aspects of financial well-being. Clients often face financial stressors linked to past traumas or deeply ingrained beliefs about money. Implementing ART can help reprocess these distressing memories, reducing their influence on current financial behaviors. As a result, clients may develop healthier relationships with money, make more informed financial decisions, and overcome barriers to financial stability.
Ready to start?
You don’t have to unpack everything or know exactly how it will all end. You just need to be willing to show up.
Book your free 20-minute consultation and we’ll explore whether ART (or ART + Financial Therapy) is the right fit for you.