What is therapy?
Psychotherapy varies depending upon the personalities of the individuals involved and the particular concerns you bring forward. It involves talking with a professional regarding topics important to you. Many clients have talked to friends and family about these problems but are unable to improve things adequately on their own. Therapy has benefits and requires risk-taking. As therapy often involves discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, you may experience uncomfortable feelings such as sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, and helplessness. You may feel worse before you feel better. The good news is many individuals have been able to make changes and find long term relief from attending therapy.
What are the benefits of therapy?
Therapy provides a safe place in which to talk about issues and generate some useful solutions. I am trained in offering accurate feedback and assisting you with new ways of thinking and behaving. Research has found that psychotherapy can improve relationships and daily functioning, increase self-esteem and decrease the negative symptoms of depression, anxiety and other mental health disturbances. My goal is to help you benefit as much as possible from your work with me.
What is a counseling session like?
During the 45-50 minute therapy “hour,” you will be asked to tell your story and examine your thoughts, feelings and behavior. In turn, I will listen and offer new perspectives for you to consider. Therapy is not like receiving antibiotics to cure an infection or setting a broken leg. It is a collaborative process where success is best predicted by the level of rapport between therapist and client, the level of dysfunction, and the commitment of the client to do what’s necessary to get well. Successful clients listen to feedback, complete “homework,” and work on new skills between therapy sessions.
How do you do therapy with children?
Depending on the age and developmental level of a child, he/she may not be a candidate for traditional “talk” therapy. In these situations, I do play therapy to allow them to process feelings and problems through their play in a non-threatening environment. In addition, much of my work with children includes working with parents on new parenting strategies or suggestions.
How long does therapy take?
The length of treatment depends on a number of factors, including the nature of the problem, the goals of treatment, and an ongoing review of progress to determine when a client's goals have been achieved.
What if I need medication?
If medication is indicated, I will refer a client to an appropriate physician/psychiatrist for a medical workup and possible prescription.
Do you accept insurance?
My fees are competitive with other psychologists in the area. For those who wish to utilize their insurance benefits, I am in-network with numerous insurance panels, and you are welcome to contact me to find out if I participate in your particular network. If I do not accept your insurance, you may want to check to see if your plan provides out-of-network benefits. If it does, I can bill the insurance company for you or provide you with a receipt that will allow you to bill the company yourself.
How do I submit an Out of Network Claim?
Call the customer service number for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Claims (NOT Medical Claims) and get information on where to send the information for processing and what they need to be included with the fee receipt I provide for you. Clarifying what they need and where to send it is the best way to avoid a delay in the processing of your claim. This is a very common procedure for the insurance company, and once you have this information submitting your claims will be easy.
Can I add you as a friend on Facebook or other social media?
Therapy is a very intimate relationship with professionally designed boundaries that are not appropriate for social networking sites. Please read my Confidentiality section or discuss this with me if you have further questions.
Psychotherapy varies depending upon the personalities of the individuals involved and the particular concerns you bring forward. It involves talking with a professional regarding topics important to you. Many clients have talked to friends and family about these problems but are unable to improve things adequately on their own. Therapy has benefits and requires risk-taking. As therapy often involves discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, you may experience uncomfortable feelings such as sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, and helplessness. You may feel worse before you feel better. The good news is many individuals have been able to make changes and find long term relief from attending therapy.
What are the benefits of therapy?
Therapy provides a safe place in which to talk about issues and generate some useful solutions. I am trained in offering accurate feedback and assisting you with new ways of thinking and behaving. Research has found that psychotherapy can improve relationships and daily functioning, increase self-esteem and decrease the negative symptoms of depression, anxiety and other mental health disturbances. My goal is to help you benefit as much as possible from your work with me.
What is a counseling session like?
During the 45-50 minute therapy “hour,” you will be asked to tell your story and examine your thoughts, feelings and behavior. In turn, I will listen and offer new perspectives for you to consider. Therapy is not like receiving antibiotics to cure an infection or setting a broken leg. It is a collaborative process where success is best predicted by the level of rapport between therapist and client, the level of dysfunction, and the commitment of the client to do what’s necessary to get well. Successful clients listen to feedback, complete “homework,” and work on new skills between therapy sessions.
How do you do therapy with children?
Depending on the age and developmental level of a child, he/she may not be a candidate for traditional “talk” therapy. In these situations, I do play therapy to allow them to process feelings and problems through their play in a non-threatening environment. In addition, much of my work with children includes working with parents on new parenting strategies or suggestions.
How long does therapy take?
The length of treatment depends on a number of factors, including the nature of the problem, the goals of treatment, and an ongoing review of progress to determine when a client's goals have been achieved.
What if I need medication?
If medication is indicated, I will refer a client to an appropriate physician/psychiatrist for a medical workup and possible prescription.
Do you accept insurance?
My fees are competitive with other psychologists in the area. For those who wish to utilize their insurance benefits, I am in-network with numerous insurance panels, and you are welcome to contact me to find out if I participate in your particular network. If I do not accept your insurance, you may want to check to see if your plan provides out-of-network benefits. If it does, I can bill the insurance company for you or provide you with a receipt that will allow you to bill the company yourself.
How do I submit an Out of Network Claim?
Call the customer service number for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Claims (NOT Medical Claims) and get information on where to send the information for processing and what they need to be included with the fee receipt I provide for you. Clarifying what they need and where to send it is the best way to avoid a delay in the processing of your claim. This is a very common procedure for the insurance company, and once you have this information submitting your claims will be easy.
Can I add you as a friend on Facebook or other social media?
Therapy is a very intimate relationship with professionally designed boundaries that are not appropriate for social networking sites. Please read my Confidentiality section or discuss this with me if you have further questions.