FREQENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

​What happens at the first appointment?
        After an appointment has been requested, intake paperwork will be sent for the patient to fill out before the appointment via a link to a secure patient portal. A choice of email and or text  confirmation will be sent 72 hours before your appointment. At the first appointment, we will go over information to verify accuracy, review questionnaires and paperwork, and go over the confidentiality statement. The patient will have an opportunity to ask questions and get to know each other a little, as well as try to establish treatment goals. 

How will I benefit from therapy?
        Everyone needs an unbiased person to talk and vent to, whether it's about work, family, school, or relationship stress. The benefit of therapy comes from having a professional to talk to and offer alternative points of view or coping skills that the patient may not have considered. 

What is the Gottman Method?
        The Gottman Method is an evidence based treatment method for relationships and couples. 

How long is each session?
         Therapy is typically 45min to 60min weekly or biweekly for however long you feel it benefits you. 

Can you prescribe medications? 
        No

Can you give me a diagnosis I can use to get accommodations at work or school?
        Yes. I can make recommendations for medications in tandem with primary-care physicians and psychiatrists, but I cannot prescribe them. I also work with school systems and courts.

What is your cancellation policy?
        There is a form that you will receive with my cancellation policy. I am very flexible and I understand that life happens, but if it becomes a habit then we'll have a discussion. 

What ages do you work with? 
        I work with all ages, but I typically work with adolescents and adults. 

What are your hours? Are evening and weekend appointments available?
        My hours are Monday through Friday, starting at 9am, with some evening appointments available. I do not work weekends. 

What is the long-time aim of going to therapy?
        The long-time aim of going to therapy is to live and feel like you are living your life as the best version of you, while being able to navigate stressors as they come up. 

Insurance:
        If patients have a deductible, they must pay at the time of the appointment. If they need reimbursement from out of pocket payment, they must get approval from their insurance company first. 

If there are any further questions, you may email me. I do not offer phone or in person consults