Are you currently accepting new clients?

Yes, we would love to provide you the support you need! Please contact us when you are ready to take the next step!

Do you do consultation calls?

Unfortunately, we currently do not have the capability to do consultation sessions or calls. You are welcome to verify your insurance and schedule an initial session and make the decision if you would like to move forward. If you are shopping around for the right fit, we welcome you to an initial session with any of our therapists. This is a great way to “try on” a provider before committing to the process. We realize it doesn’t always work on the first try, come with an open mind and any questions you would like to ask, and we will go from there. Keep in mind that regular rates apply to consultations.

Do you have female clinicians?

Currently, we have a roster of female and male clinicians, we are looking for willing, able, and capable men to add to the team!

What format are the sessions?

Prior to the Coronavirus pandemic, we offered in-person, and telehealth services to clients. Presently, we are only conducting sessions through video chat or over the phone.

How frequently can I attend sessions per week, and how long are the sessions?

It depends upon need and insurance. Sessions can last 45 or 60 minutes for adults, 30 minutes for children.

How much are the sessions without insurance? 

Sessions cost $175.00.

What is sliding scale therapy? 

A sliding scale is a flexible fee structure, tailored to you and your particular needs. One therapy-goer may pay more or less than another depending on their unique personal circumstances and what they are able to afford.

Need an example?  No problem.

A therapist with a private practice may have a full fee of $175 per session, which has been thoughtfully determined, taking into account their unique training, experience, and expertise.  This therapist is aware, though, that while their fee is appropriate, it may not be affordable for everybody.

They want the opportunity to connect with clients whose incomes may fall under an amount that makes their full fee affordable, so they decide to offer a sliding scale.

The therapist will keep their full fee $175 per session, but offer sessions at varying rates less than that fee (maybe $100 per session, $125 per session, and $150 per session) depending on a person’s income and what they can afford.

This therapist would come to an agreement with each individual client who is accessing their sliding scale about how much the client will be charged for sessions.

Is therapy confidential? 

Confidentiality is a critical component when engaged in therapy. All information disclosed during sessions is confidential and privileged and will not be revealed without your permission.

There are times when disclosure is legally required without permission. These are:

1. If there is suspicion of child abuse or neglect, or abuse to a dependent or elder adult.

2. If a client presents an imminent danger to oneself or to others.

3. If legally necessary and determined by a judge.

How does therapy begin?

In the first session, we will complete and review some paperwork, begin to hear your story, and start to build rapport. We may continue to gather more information about what brought you in our second session and then begin to set specific goals and discover potential areas of growth and improvements.

My partner and I are having problems. Should we be in individual counseling or come together?

If you are concerned about your relationship, and you would both like to work with us, we would initially work with both of you together. After this work, if one of you would like to continue in individual sessions, we could work with only one of you. It is not helpful to move from individual into couple’s work with the same therapist because of potential trust issues.

I want to get the most out of therapy. What can I do to help?

We are so glad you are dedicated to getting the most out of your sessions. Your active participation and dedication are crucial to your success. After all, we only see each other for a session a week. It’s the work you do outside of our sessions that will really help you see your personal growth and development. Your engagement, taking notes, and putting yourself out there can be of great assistance to accomplishing your goals.

What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?

The difference is between someone who can do something and someone who has the training and experience to do that same thing professionally. A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way– teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, therapy is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation provokes a great deal of negative emotion, if you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.

Why shouldn’t I just take medication?

Medication alone cannot solve all issues. What medication does is treat the symptoms. Our work together is designed to explore the root of the issue, dig deep into your behavior and teach strategies that can help you accomplish your personal and/or relational goals. Medication can be effective and is sometimes needed in conjunction with therapy.

How does it work? What do I have to do in sessions?

Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. We tailor out therapeutic approaches to your specific needs.

How long will it take?

Unfortunately, this is not possible to say on a general FAQs page. Everyone’s circumstances are unique to them and the length of time therapy takes to allow you to accomplish your goals depends on your desire for personal development, your commitment, and the factors that are driving you to seek therapy in the first place.