What does a consultation call involve?

A consultation call is an opportunity for us both to decide if we will be a good fit for each other. Initially, I will introduce myself and explain my therapy style. Then I will ask you a bit more about what brings you into therapy and what your goals are for our time together. There will also be time for you to ask any questions you may have.

You can always take time to think about if it feels like the right fit, but if you feel confident about moving forward then we will spend the end of the call discussing scheduling and making sure you have access to all necessary intake forms.

How do sessions usually work?

Sessions are held virtually, are typically 50-55 minutes long, and usually occur either weekly or biweekly.

During our first couple sessions, we will discuss what is bringing you into therapy in more detail and collaborate on planning techniques, tools, and supports that may be helpful in reaching your goals. This is my chance to begin getting to know you and your needs from therapy!

After our initial session, I typically begin sessions with a brief check-in about how you are doing that day/week and if there is anything particular you would like to focus on during today’s session. If there is nothing specific coming up, I will bring us back to our goals or revisit homework/topics from a previous session. To end, I will typically reflect on any takeaways from the session and help you plan an action/focus for the coming week.

I’m not sure if i am LGBTQ+ or Neurodivergent - Can i still reach out?

Absolutely! While I specialize in working with these populations, my client-centered, collaborative approach allows me to tailor therapy to the needs of the client in front of me.

It is very normal to not click with every therapist, so if once we meet either of us feels it isn’t a good fit I am happy to support you in connecting with a new provider who better matches what you are looking for.

How long does therapy last?

The length of therapy can vary widely between clients. The length of treatment can be impacted by both clinical and practical considerations. Some examples of clinical considerations would include the type of goals/issues we are focusing on and how severe/pervasive the challenges being addressed are. Some goals will be more concrete and short-term, whereas others may be ongoing or require a longer time to address. Some practical considerations include how often we are meeting, limitations on sessions/coverage by insurance, cost considerations, or scheduling changes.

I have worked with clients for as little as a few months and for as long as 3 years. My average length of stay for clients is between 1-2 years. How long you expect/want therapy to last will be a part of our initial treatment planning conversations.