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Common Questions

Is therapy right for me?

There are many reasons why people initiate therapy. Sometimes it is to address problems such as anxiety or depression. Other times it is in response to changes in one's life, such as a divorce, pregnancy, or work transition. Many seek the advice of a therapist as they pursue their own personal exploration and growth. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and new strategies for all types of life challenges.  Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting the most out of their life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards change in their lives.

 

What can I expect in a therapy session?

 

Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. During therapy sessions it is standard to talk about the primary issues and concerns in your life. It is common to schedule a series of weekly sessions, where each session lasts 60 minutes. Sometimes individuals who are going through a particularly difficult challenge may request more than one session per week. Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth. There may be times when you are asked to take certain actions outside of the therapy sessions, such as reading a relevant book or keeping records to track certain behaviors. Between sessions it is important to process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life. For therapy to be most effective you must be an active participant, both during and between the sessions.

 

What benefits can I expect from working with a therapist?

Therapy can provide insight and new perspectives into life's challenges and can help create solutions to difficult problems. Many people find that working with a therapist can enhance personal development, improve relationships and family dynamics, and can ease the challenges of daily life.

Some of the benefits available from therapy include:

 

  • Developing new skills for handling stress and anxiety
  • Modifying unhealthy behaviors and long-standing patterns
  • Increasing confidence, peace, vitality, and well-being
  • Improving ways to manage anger, depression and moods
  • Discovering new ways to solve problems
  • Navigating life’s obstacles more effectively
  • Improving listening and communication skills
  • Enhancing the overall quality of life

 

Do you accept insurance? How does insurance work?

To determine if you have mental health coverage, the first thing you should do is check with your insurance carrier. Check your coverage carefully and find the answers to the following questions:

  • Do I have mental health benefits?
  • What is my deductible and has it been met?
  • How many sessions per calendar year does my plan cover?
  • How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network provider?
  • What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
  • Is approval required from my primary care physician?

 

What are your appointment hours?

Therapy sessions are 60 minutes.  I offer appointments Monday through Friday, and some Saturdays.

 

What ages do you work with?

I see adults and adolescents.  The adolescents I see are high school age or older.

 

Do you only offer Online Therapy/Telehealth?

Yes. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, I have switched to providing all of my sessions through Telehealth. It is a safe, convenient, flexible, and comfortable way for clients to attend therapy sessions.  In order to access the secure HIPAA compliant video conferencing, a client must set up a client portal account. Video sessions are only offered to clients who reside in Michigan.

 

Is therapy confidential?

In general, the law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and a psychologist. Information is not disclosed without written permission. However, there are number of exceptions to this rule. Exceptions include:

  • Suspected child abuse or dependant adult or elder abuse. The therapist is required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
  • If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s. The therapist must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
  • If a client intends to harm himself or herself. The therapist will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in insuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, further measures may be taken without their permission in order to ensure their safety.

 

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