FAQ’S
Got Questions?
Reaching out for help can be nerve-wracking and I’m here to make the process as comfortable as possible. Below are some questions frequently asked by first time clients. If you don’t see something listed, feel free to contact me for additional information!
During our complimentary chemistry session, we’ll have the opportunity to get to know each other better and determine if we’re a good fit for working together. This session is all about you, your needs, and your goals. We’ll discuss what you’re looking to achieve and how I can help.
I’ll ask you some questions to understand your specific concerns and what you hope to gain from our work. Feel free to share as much or as little as you’re comfortable with; this session is entirely confidential.
You’ll also have the chance to ask any questions you may have about the therapy process, my approach, and what you can expect from our work together. It’s a two-way conversation, so you can assess if I’m the right fit for your needs and if you feel comfortable working with me.
At the end of our 20 minutes together, there’s no obligation to schedule a therapy session, and you can take your time to decide if you’d like to move forward.
During our complimentary chemistry session, we’ll have the opportunity to get to know each other better and determine if we’re a good fit for working together. This session is all about you, your needs, and your goals. We’ll discuss what you’re looking to achieve and how I can help.
I’ll ask you some questions to understand your specific concerns and what you hope to gain from our work. Feel free to share as much or as little as you’re comfortable with; this session is entirely confidential.
You’ll also have the chance to ask any questions you may have about the therapy process, my approach, and what you can expect from our work together. It’s a two-way conversation, so you can assess if I’m the right fit for your needs and if you feel comfortable working with me.
At the end of our 20 minutes together, there’s no obligation to schedule a therapy session, and you can take your time to decide if you’d like to move forward.
This would depend on a variety of factors.
1. Consider the nature of the issue bringing you into therapy.
Individual therapy is suitable when you are dealing with personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, or other issues that are primarily about your own emotional and psychological well-being.
Couples therapy is appropriate when the issues primarily revolve around your relationship with your partner, such as communication problems, conflicts, trust issues, and intimacy concerns.
2. Consider what you would like to achieve from therapy.
If you want to work on personal growth, self-awareness, and individual issues, then individual therapy is likely the right choice.
If the goal is to improve your relationship, enhance communication, resolve conflicts, or strengthen your partnership, then couples therapy is the better option.
3. Are both parties in the relationship willing to attend therapy sessions?
In couples therapy, both partners need to be willing to engage in the process. If one or both partners are resistant, individual therapy may be a helpful first step to address personal barriers and support the partner in distress before potentially moving on to couples therapy in the future.
If you find yourself still unsure whether you should come for individual or couples therapy, I recommend you reach out and schedule a Chemistry session or an individual session to discuss and explore which option might be better with your therapist.
The short answer is, No. You can attend therapy sessions without a diagnosis or be on a course of medication as long as you are committed and engaged in the process. During the course of the therapy process, if your therapist deems that medication might be a helpful supplement to the process, she would discuss it with you and help you make an informed decision. Your therapist would not be forcing you to be diagnosed or take medication, the ultimate decision lies with you.
Whatever you share during sessions will be kept confidential however, there are certain limits under which your therapist would be legally and ethically required to disclose to ensure the safety of yourself and others. Your therapist would explain this to you in detail during the first session. But not to worry, your confidentiality and privacy is of utmost importance to us.
If this is your first time attending therapy sessions and you’re feeling some anxiety and would like some concrete pointers to prepare, you could consider thinking about the following points:
1. Reflect on your goals and concerns. Take some time to think about what you hope to achieve through therapy and the issues or concerns you’d like to address. Reflecting on your goals can help you and your therapist establish a clear focus for the sessions.
2. Gather relevant information. If there are specific events or experiences related to your concerns, consider jotting down some notes or a timeline. This can be helpful in providing context to your therapist.
On the day of the session, consider to:
3. Engage in some self-care activities before your session to help manage any anxiety or stress that you might have regarding the session. This might include deep breathing, meditation, or other relaxation techniques.
4. Plan to arrive a little early to ensure you have enough time to complete any necessary paperwork and to settle in comfortably before your session starts.
Once you enter the therapy room, your journey begins 😊
This would depend on the individual’s goals for therapy, the nature of their issues and the ongoing progress toward their goals. It would also depend on client’s engagement in the process which might sometimes be compromised due to external circumstances, financial situation and session frequency, amongst others.
Therapy typically does not have a set duration, but it often follows a structure of weekly or biweekly sessions.
Some clients find that short-term therapy, lasting a few weeks or months, helps them achieve their goals. Others may benefit from longer-term therapy that can last several months or even years.