Frequently Asked Questions

Therapy is an opportunity to discuss/talk about issues that are important to the client, while having a trained objective person (Therapist) help work through not only the current situation but in dealing with similar situations in the future. 

Therapy can be about one specific problem, or it can be about multiple. Therapy is a collaborative event, it requires an active role from both the client at the therapist for change to occur. 

Telehealth is just like an in-person session with a therapist, only over the phone or video conferencing.  I use Simple Practice as a video platform. Prior to our session you will receive a link  (by email or text) to click on to log into our session together.

Typically we will meet either weekly or bi-weekly for 50 minutes at a time. There is no set amount of time a person is in therapy, every client is different. I believe as long as we are working towards a goal and we feel we are making progress, we can continue.

Core Mental Wellness is a private pay practice, which means that I am an out of network provider and I collect full session payment directly from you the same day we meet. Payment will be charged directly to the credit card I keep on your secure portal. 

I have consciously made the decision to not go through insurance companies as insurance companies often dictate duration, frequency, and treatment during a session.  I am happy to talk through different options for you to submit out of network info to your insurance company. 

Yes I do offer a few redcued rate spots on my schedule. Reduced rates are fees that are adjusted depending on individuals financial needs.  If you think you need a reduced rate, lets talk. 

The cancellation policy is that I require notice 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment if you need to cancel. If that notice isn’t given, you may be charged in full for your session. 

Things do come up and  I completely understand that. So, if you need to reschedule, call me or text me and hopefully we can work something out. 

I meet with each new client for a free 15 minute phone consultation as the first step to therapy.  During this phone conversation we will get to know each other and we will discuss the services I offer, rates of services, and availability prior to scheduling an intake appointment.

Our first telehealth session will be a 60 min intake appointment during which we will continue to get to know each other and determine goals we will work on together. During this session I will ask lots of questions to get information on your history, lifestyle, needs, and goals.  

During this first session you will have the opportunity to see how therapy will work, review office policies, privacy, and confidentiality, as well as determine whether or not you are comfortable with me as your therapist. 

There are so many different types and models of therapy. My practice is based on the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) model.  I use both a trauma informed approach and systems theory lens.  Wow that’s a lot of big words.  What does it all mean?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps you become aware of inaccurate or negative thinking so you can view challenging situations more clearly and respond to them in a more effective way. The three basic concepts include developing and practicing new coping skills, setting short and long term goals and developing new problem solving skills.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an eye movement intervention that successfully treats PTSD, anxiety, depression, phobias, and grief. ART moves beyond desensitization to memory reconsolidation which transforms how the memory is stored in the brain and thus reduces triggering in the future. It also provides a procedure and structure that helps my clients stay grounded in the safety of the present.

Trauma informed: As a trauma informed clinician, I recognize how common trauma is, and understand that every client may have experienced serious trauma. I don’t necessarily need to question people about their experiences; rather, I just assume that they may have this history, and act accordingly.

Systems Theory: My background as a social worker has laid the foundation for me to look holistically at a client’s conditions and environmental factors to gain a better understanding of why they face issues or hardships.