FAQ

Therapy begins with hope and is the process of discovering who we are and what we want our lives to be. Once we identify our core values, we can begin to break down those obstacles that stand in the way of this journey: the growth process of becoming our true selves.

This depends on several different factors. If you want to work on a specific problem, such as improving your sleep health or dealing with insomnia, 6-8 sessions is usually effective. If you are struggling with a more generalized problem, such as anxiety, anger, or depression, several months or even years might make the most sense. We will work together as long as you feel you are making progress toward your therapy goals.

My office hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. I do not offer weekend hours.

One of the benefits of having over 10 years of experience in the mental health field is the network of trusted and talented therapists with various specialties that I can refer you to. Occasionally, I have had clients who began working with me and then moved on to a therapist with a different area of expertise. On those occasions, I was happy to help the client find the professional that best suited their needs.

It’s when things are going well that we have the greatest tolerance for exercises that challenge us! It is in these times of calm that we are able to access our more difficult internal places and learn from them. This intentional curiosity will lead to greater self-acceptance, resiliency, and compassion. As we build these important preventative skills, when things become more difficult, we will be equipped to stay anchored in that space of self-integration and stability.

We will work together to help you learn specific mindfulness techniques, which will give you the tools you need to respond to extreme anxiety, depression, or anger in more effective ways. Changing your inner thoughts from fear or anger to acceptance really is possible. We will find workable and sustainable strategies that can make this change permanent.

There are two main factors to consider in choosing the best therapist for you. 1) The therapist should have specific training and experience in the areas that are relevant to what you want to work on, and 2), You should feel a positive and safe connection to the therapist. After the initial consultation, there is nothing wrong with deciding a therapist “just didn’t feel right” and looking elsewhere. A matter of fact, this sense of connection is vital to a successful therapeutic process!

Yes, I have both in-person and virtual sessions available, depending on the day of the week. If it works better for you to switch back and forth we can do that as well.

Almost everything that we discuss in therapy is absolutely confidential and cannot be shared with anyone outside the therapist-client relationship. The only exceptions to this include information that relates to child abuse, elder abuse, the abuse of the disabled, specific threats to a person or place, and imminent danger to oneself. If you have any questions about confidentiality, please let me know and I am happy to talk about it with you.

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