FAQ
What is therapy and why might I need it?
Read below and if you still have questions reach out and I'll will answer.
What Is Therapy?
If you’ve never been it can be an anxious moment. You are worried and concerned that someone you barely know is going to ask questions about your deepest thoughts, feelings, and events. But this is all under your control. You share what you feel safe sharing at the moment. And you share knowing that there is confidentiality within the therapy session. It is sharing what troubles you and your thoughts for finding the light at the end of the tunnel. It is a guided process of healing.
Who Should I Pick As My Therapist?
This is an individual question that does not have the same answer for everyone. It will take as short a time as possible to get you to a place where you feel safe and successful with the decisions you are making in your life. I believe in moving clients as quickly through the process as is healthy for them. Therapy moves at your pace although a good therapist will hold you accountable for progress toward the goals you set for yourself.
How Long Will I Be In Therapy?
This is an individual question that does not have the same answer for everyone. It will take as short a time as possible to get you to a place where you feel safe and successful with the decisions you are making in your life. I believe in moving clients as quickly through the process as is healthy for them. Therapy moves at your pace although a good therapist will hold you accountable for progress toward the goals you set for yourself.
Some more questions you might have
01.
Do you take insurance?
I do not accept insurance in my private practice. There are some benefits to privately paying for services with a therapist is that no one knows you are seeing a therapist but you and me. If you choose to tell someone that is your choice but there is never any concern about others knowing. I fully believe that there should not be a stigma to therapy but I am also a realist. Therapy is personal and YOU should decide if others know, not an insurance company. I am also willing to assist you with filing your out of network claims as a service at no additional charge if you choose.
02.
Do You See children & Adolescents?
I do not see children or adolescents. I have several colleagues that are fabulous at working with young people. I can offer referrals but I personally do not see these age groups.
03.
how does telehealth work?
Telehealth is nothing more than a video connection where you can participate in therapy from a distance. This is good if you have concerns over COVID-19, are traveling for work or pleasure, or are ill. I have had many clients that chose this option because they live hours away from me and that's a rough commute each week. Fully half of my current case load sees me virtually and we've never met in-person during their treatment.
04.
are you a christian counselor?
My training is in evidence based therapeutic methods and as such I do not practice any religion based therapy. I am, however, open to discussing religion and spiritualism as it pertains to my client's beliefs and needs.
05.
Do you do couples counseling?
Yes absolutely I work with couples. Depending on your needs we will structure the sessions to meet the needs of the relationship. Your partner can join for every session or every other. I can see you both separately as well as together.
In the end this journey is about you finding your way through the dark! Therapy is about you taking back your life from anxiety, stress, depression, and all of that other shit that has been getting in your way! It’s about you taking time away from the hustle, bustle, and absolute chaos of the world to focus on one person, YOU! There is nothing wrong with being selfish when it comes to your peace of mind and mental stability! You’ve ignored yourself and your past for long enough! Take some time to work on you, YOU DESERVE IT!