Frequently Asked Questions
What is the therapist style of therapy?
I operate from a very warm, but intentional and direct style of therapy. I will provide active and empathic listening, and will challenge you at times in your therapeutic process. I may not always tell you what you want to hear, but I will push your perspective and thinking to help you achieve your goals, as appropriate.
What is the purpose of therapy?
The purpose of therapy is NOT to fix you and tell you what to do. (Remember you’re not broken, only navigating through life). The purpose of therapy is to create a welcoming, unbias, safe space that allows you to be who you are and feel what you feel. My purpose as a therapist is to help you navigate whichever it is that you seek. You don’t have to have a problem to seek therapy. It can be a means of support, an outlet to be authentically you or even a space to help you navigate in a life transition.
How long is therapy supposed to last?
There is no set time period for therapy. It is truly catered to the client(s) needs. Services will continue until you have either met your goals or services are terminated.
Is insurance an acceptable form of payment?
Your level of care required to suit your needs should not have to be mandated by third parties dictating your frequency or limiting your number of sessions. TT strives to ensure your confidentiality without interruptions in the therapeutic relationship, thus we do Not accept insurance as a method of payment.
What are Telehealth Sessions
Telehealth sessions are therapy sessions via a secured, HIPAA compliant video servicer. It functions the same as in-person sessions, except you are on a device versus in-person. Your level of care is not jeopardized. You will also not be required to download the video platform to your device. You will only need to click the link provided to you.
What is Prepare-Enrich and what is a Certified Facilitator?
P-E is an evidence based, customized, strengths oriented assessment tool designed to provide a facilitator a comprehensive view of the couple’s relationship to know where to start and where to focus on the couple’s needs. A certified facilitator has completed the necessary training and helps couples identify their relationship strengths, gain understanding about the underlying dynamics that influence their communication, and then helps couples develop skills to improve their growth areas.
Do you provide pre-marital counseling?
Yes, I do. I can also sign off on the Certificate of Completion Form which will warrant a discount on the state marriage license application fees. (Discount at the discretion of the state, and not TT or the therapist.)
Can I see the same therapist for individual therapy “AND” couple’s therapy with my partner/spouse??
Although I offer both services, I recommend the therapist you see for individual therapy be different than the therapist being utilized for couple’s therapy. This is to ensure the focus and goals remain clear and distinct and allow for the best overall therapeutic experience.
What is the cancellation policy?
To value each other’s time and maintain a mutual respect for the therapeutic relationship, a 24-hour minimum cancellation notice is required to prevent charge of session. If extenuating circumstances occur beyond client(s) control AND if notice is given prior to session start time, consideration will be given at the sole discretion of the therapist. Upon 15 minutes into the session with no contact from client(s), full session amount will be charged.
Why would services be terminated?
Therapy services would be terminated if the client(s) have 1) met the goals 2) have been referred out due to needing more specialized services that are beyond therapist scope 3) client is no longer willing to do the work and refuses to engage in the therapeutic relationship.
Do you provide individual counseling to children/youth?
No, I only service children/youth when they are being seen for family therapy sessions. I can however aid in individual referrals for a child/youth therapist if requested.
Do you offer any workshops or group counseling?
Currently, they are on my radar, amidst other initiatives, but I do not offer them at this time. I will always keep webpage and social media accounts (Facebook and Instagram) updated accordingly to inform of new and upcoming services.