1. What kind of therapy do you do? (Are you a flake like my last therapist was?)

We mostly utilize a Cognitive-Behavioral approach in our work. This means we assist our clients in changing their behavior by way of helping them become aware of and changing their negative thinking patterns. Recent research suggests that this is the fastest and most long-term, effective approach to assist individuals who struggle with attention related problems, relationship issues, anxiety and stress, depression, unwanted habits, etc.. We also utilize an Eriksonian Hypnotherapy approach in conjunction with Psychotherapy in cases where Hypnosis is relevant.

2. Do you take our insurance? (What will I have to budget into my health routine?)

We are not set up to bill insurance. Our clients pay us directly for the services we render. We in turn provide you with a super bill, which is something that you can submit to your insurance company to pursue direct reimbursement from them. The super bill features the CPT code and all the necessary diagnostic information along with the name and license number of your provider.

3. How do I know my insurance company will cover this? (Will I get reimbursed?)

Although we cannot ethically guarantee that these services will be covered by your specific policy, we can assure you that most companies that provide coverage for outpatient mental health services tend to reimburse our clients since we often see the EOB’s (Explanation of Benefits) come across our desks. Coverage tends to be based on your company’s schedule of coverage for outpatient service rendered by a licensed professional. Our services are also tax deductible under medical services. Check with your CPA on this deduction advantage.

4. How long will therapy take? (What is my long-term commitment here?)

An initial session lasts about one to one and one-half hour. Most sessions thereafter last about 50 minutes each. In general, our clients experience results within a few weeks, but find benefit in continuing their counseling over several months. Because we rely on a more solution based, didactic, skill-building approach in our approach, our clients begin to experience some positive change in their situations almost immediately.

5. How often will I have to come? (What is my long-term investment / schedule here?)

Our protocol is that we typically meet with our patients on a once per week basis for consistency in your improvement. As steady progress is made, we schedule you every two weeks and then bump you out for booster sessions on a once per month or on an as needed basis.

6. What are your fees? (Can I afford this really?)

Cost for therapy at our Clinic is reasonable and affordable, and varies depending on the specific professional services rendered. We are providers for several area EAPs, which entitles those individuals whose services fall under these plans to provide a previously contracted co-pay. We provide area college students a discounted fee schedule upon request. Forms of acceptable payment include Cash, Check, MasterCard, Visa, or Discover.