How can therapy help me?
Therapists provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, grief, and stress management. Many people find counselors to be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth and the hassles of daily life.
Benefits of therapy include:
- Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals, and values.
- Developing skills for improving your relationships.
- Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety.
- Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures.
- Improving communications and listening skills.
- Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones.
Do I really need therapy?
Everyone goes through challenging situations. Seeking support when you need it is a sign of self-awareness and strength. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and tools to help you avoid triggers, redirect damaging patterns, and overcome challenges with a fresh perspective.
What is therapy like?
Because each person has different goals, therapy is customized to the individual. Generally, you will discuss current events in your life, relevant personal history, and report progress from previous sessions.
What about medication vs. psychotherapy?
It is well established that long-term solutions to emotional distress cannot be found in medication alone. While medication treats symptoms, therapy addresses the root causes of behavior patterns. An integrative approach (medication + therapy) is often the most effective course of action.
Do you take insurance?
To determine if you have mental health coverage, you can call your carrier or call our office; we can check your benefits for you. Some helpful questions for your provider include:
- What are my mental health benefits?
- What is my coverage amount per therapy session?
- How many sessions does my plan cover annually?
- How much does my insurance pay for an out-of-network provider?
Does what we talk about remain confidential?
Confidentiality is a cornerstone of the client-therapist relationship. We utilize Informed Consent, meaning your information is not shared without your written permission.
State law and professional ethics require exceptions in these specific cases:
- Suspected past or present abuse or neglect of children, adults, and elders.
- If the therapist suspects the client is in serious danger of harming themselves or has threatened to harm another person.