Frequently Asked Questions

During our first session, we will discuss your history, reasons for seeking therapy, and treatment goals. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and openly discuss your thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental space.  By the end of the session, I will be able to offer you some first impressions of what our work might include. You should evaluate this information and make your own assessment about whether you feel comfortable continuing with therapy. At the end of the evaluation, if I believe that I am not the right therapist for you, I will give you referrals to other practitioners.

Therapy is not one size fits all. During our initial session, we will discuss your availability. In order to establish rapport and help you get the most out of your sessions, it is recommended that we meet on a weekly basis. As you start to achieve your goals over time, therapy may become less frequent. 

Yes, your privacy is of the utmost importance and all therapy sessions are confidential. This means that anything you discuss during session will not be shared without your permission; however, there are some exceptions to confidentiality. Limitations of confidentiality include situations where there is an immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, suspicion of abuse or neglect of a child, elderly person, or dependent adult, or in response to a court order. These exceptions are in place in order to protect you and others.

At this time, I do not accept any insurance. Being an out of network provider allows my clients to be more in control of their care, as they have more freedom to choose their own therapist and the length of treatment. You will be required to pay in full at the time of each session. If your insurance plan has out of network benefits, I can provide necessary documentation in order for you to submit a claim to your insurance company for reimbursement. Ultimately, the decision to reimburse is up to your insurance company. 

If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, I ask that you provide me with 24 hours notice. In the event that an appointment is not canceled 24 hours in advance, you will be responsible for the full cost of the session (unless we both agree that you were unable to attend due to circumstances beyond your control). If it is possible, I will try to find another time to reschedule your appointment in the same week.