Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need therapy? How do I know online therapy is right for me?

These are common questions that might go through your head when feeling overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, sadness, or memories of things that have happened.

Therapy is a safe, non-judgmental space to process your emotions and experiences. A therapist can help you feel heard, better understand healthy coping skills, and identify the boundaries that help you feel successful in life.

Plus, online therapy is convenient. We will conduct therapy via video, so there’s no travel time and you can attend each session in your own safe space. Even better? You know you’re getting the best therapist for your needs.

In person therapy refers to therapy sessions that occur face-to-face in settings like an office, hospital, or sometimes your own home. Telehealth therapy, also called virtual therapy or online therapy, refers to therapy sessions that occur using audio-visual platforms or the phone where the therapist and client are in different locations.

There are some key benefits to telehealth. One of the biggest benefits is the convenience. You do not have to factor in a commute or traffic in order to get to your session. You can also have your session in your own space that feels comfortable and safe. In addition, you don’t need to worry about rescheduling if feeling under the weather or for COVID-19 protocols.

An intake session is one hour long, compared to ongoing individual therapy which is 45-50 minutes. We will start by reviewing any questions about the intake paperwork, confidentiality, and history. We will then discuss what brings you to therapy and current symptoms you are experiencing. From there we will identify a treatment plan and schedule our next session.

How long you are in therapy is often a personal choice and depends on what you are looking for in therapy.

For someone who is looking to address one specific stressor and is motivated to address that stress, therapy might be a shorter journey and you could see changes in just a handful of sessions. On the other hand, someone who is looking to change long-term patterns or address part of their past, like a childhood trauma, might benefit from regular therapy over a longer period of time.

When working together, we will continue to discuss length of treatment and make sure therapy is meeting your needs and expectations.

In terms of how often we meet, therapy is typically either once a week or once every other week.

Of course, therapy is a service that comes with a cost. Therapy is not the same as confiding in a friend or confidant. Therapists are specially trained to give you the personalized support you need and provide tools as you face the challenges in your life.

Although therapy may seem expensive, it is an investment in yourself and in your future. Therapy can be quite meaningful in helping you work toward change.

If you are concerned about cost and feel like we could be a good fit to work together, please reach out and we can discuss payment options.