FAQs

What is therapy?

Mental health therapy is a type of treatment that helps individuals manage their mental health concerns.

It involves talking to a trained professional, such as a therapist or counselor, who can provide support, guidance, and tools to help individuals improve their mental health and well-being.

Someone might seek mental health therapy if they are struggling with a mental health concern, such as depression, anxiety, or trauma.

Therapy can help individuals learn coping skills, manage symptoms, and improve their overall quality of life.

How long are the sessions and how often do I have to go?

Standard sessions are 50 minutes. Extended sessions that are sometimes necessary for trauma treatment and evaluations are 75 minutes. Most people attend therapy on a weekly or every other week basis.

How long should I attend therapy?

The length of therapy can vary depending on the individual and the issues being addressed. Therapy can be short-term (a few weeks to months), dealing with more immediate challenges, or long-term (months to years), dealing with longstanding and complex issues. The goals of treatment and duration and frequency of treatment are discussed by the client and therapist together.

What happens during a therapy session?

During a mental health therapy session, individuals will typically talk to the therapist or counselor about their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

The therapist may ask questions to help the individual better understand their mental health concerns and identify areas where they can make positive changes.

The therapist may also provide tools and use strategies to help the individual manage their symptoms and improve their mental health.

What is the hourly rate and do you take insurance?

All of the rates are dependent on the time regardless of the selected service. 50-minute sessions are $160 and 75-minute sessions are $240. Any additional time beyond the allotted session will incur an additional charge of $48 per 15-minute extension. Although I am not in network with insurance, I do provide superbills for those who have out-of-network benefits.

What if we are not the right fit?

It's crucial to find a therapist who can help you reach your goals. Communicate with your therapist if you believe that they're not a good fit. Your therapist will appreciate your honesty and will support you in your decision to find a better-suited therapist. Don't settle for a bad fit, keep trying until you find the right therapist. Remember, therapy is a partnership and it's important to feel comfortable discussing difficult subjects. Listen to your gut and trust your intuition.