FAQs

 

  • Sessions vary from person to person based on their own unique needs and goals. Sessions are typically 50-60 minutes. Generally, we’ll discuss the primary issues and concerns in your life. Therapy can be short-term or long-term depending on the complexity of the issue or desire for personal growth. Sometimes you may be asked to practice skills, read a book, or listen to a podcast episode that is relevant to your goals in order to continue growth outside of therapy. For therapy to be most effective, it is important that you are an active participant in session and in between sessions.

  • To determine if you have mental health coverage, the first thing you should do is check with your insurance carrier. Check your coverage carefully and find the answers to the following questions:

    • What are my mental health benefits?

    • What is the coverage amount per therapy session?

    • How many therapy sessions does my plan cover?

    • How much does my insurance pay for an out-of-network provider?

    • Is approval required from my primary care physician?

  • Therapy can be super helpful, but equally as challenging! Working with a therapist can help provide new perspectives, coping skills, and problem-solving skills. Some benefits from therapy include:

    • Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values

    • Developing skills for improving your relationships

    • Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy

    • Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety

    • Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures

    • Improving communication and listening skills

    • Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones

    • Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or relationships

    • Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence

    • Improving grades at school or performance at work

  • I require 24 hours notice of cancellation or there will be a $65 late notice fee. An occasional exception may be made in the case of an emergency. It is important that we meet consistently in order to make progress.