FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What will our first session entail?

During your first session I will invite you to share what has motivated you to seek therapy at this time. I will use this time to listen to your story and periodically ask questions to understand your perspective more thoroughly. Some people feel confused, inarticulate, or uncertain of where to begin. They only know that it feels bad and they would like it to change. This is completely normal. I will guide you through the session and help you identify what you may be experiencing. Most people who feel nervous in the beginning feel much more relaxed by the end of the session.

Towards the end of your first session, I will reiterate what I've heard you say to make sure I have understood you correctly. We will review your primary concerns and identify some goals for treatment. Then I will let you know how I might be of help to you, and I will suggest how I believe we should proceed.

how Often should i come to therapy?

Due to the expense and inconvenience that therapy may have on your busy life, it is understandable that you would only want to come as often as necessary. However, in order to experience any meaningful change, I recommend at least one session per week to begin with. Therapy is a process that requires patience and the consistency of regularly scheduled appointments. After we begin our work together and I get a better sense of your unique strengths and needs, we can adjust the frequency of your visits as needed. However, it is your journey and I will be available to you in whatever capacity your life allows.

Do you prescribe medication?

No. However, I do collaborate with other mental health practitioners and will refer clients to a psychiatrist or a psychiatric nurse practitioner if they wish to explore medication options. In certain situations, the proper medication, in conjunction with therapy, can be helpful.