What to expect on your first visit:
At least 24 hours prior to the start time of the intake (the very first session), I ask that you complete paperwork that will be emailed to you at the time you schedule the intake appointment. Additionally, if you are using insurance, you will receive an email to input your insurance information to verify everything. Please complete the insurance form as soon as possible so there are no cost surprises at the time of your appointment. You will also receive an email with a link to the HIPAA compliant video platform we will use for our sessions.
The very first session will last between 45-60 minutes. During that appointment, we will go over information including your personal history, medical history, and mental health history. I will lead by asking the questions, but you are also welcome to ask any questions of your own. I want you to feel comfortable and in control of your treatment.
At the end of the intake session, we will set realistic goals for therapy and discuss scheduling.
What to expect during subsequent visits:
During the subsequent sessions following the intake appointment, we will meet for 45-50 minutes on a HIPAA compliant video platform. You will receive an email at least 24 hours ahead of time with the link for the video platform. If you do not receive it, please feel free to email me and I can send it to you.
Some people feel nervous about not having a specific topic to discuss during their sessions. Please do not worry about coming to every session with an agenda. If you have a specific topic you’d like to discuss, that is wonderful. If not, it is my job to ask the questions and we will find a relevant topic through our discussion.