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How to Know If You've Found the Right Therapist



Life has a lot of pain, and a lot of laughs... In counseling we try to find balance with you to work on the pain without forgetting about the joy.

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FAQs

I know you probably have questions about what counseling is all about. Sometimes it is hard to make that first phone call not knowing what to expect or even what to ask. Here are a few answers to common questions I get asked by clients. Feel free to call me at (209) 602-1513 with other questions!

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  • FAQs about Counseling (9 entries)

    • Are you accepting new clients?
      At this time, I am not accepting new clients. This can sometimes change quickly. Feel free to email or call directly to see if I have a current opening. Please ...
    • What kind of people do you work with?
      Most of my clients are intelligent, successful people who are struggling in an area of their life (relationship issues, life changes, depression, anxiety) and really want to find lasting change. I ...
    • When do you meet with clients?
      I have day and evening appointments available. My goal is to find a time that is a good fit for you (and your partner if it applies) and schedule that as ...
    • How often do you see clients?
      Usually, to start, I see people weekly. Most people are pretty fed-up and frustrated by the time they come for counseling. Having weekly sessions at the beginning allows us to create ...
    • How long does therapy last?
      Therapy appointments last either 50 minutes or 80 minutes, depending on what type of counseling we are doing. Each person and situation is different. I see most clients anywhere from 8-20 ...
    • What payment methods do you accept?
      You can pay by cash, check, or credit card. I use PayPal as my credit card processing services, which accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and your bank card. My clients ...
    • How do I schedule my first appointment?
      If you have decided that I may be the right person to help you reach your goal, scheduling your first appointment is easy. You can give me a call at (209) ...
    • What insurance do you take?
      I find that working with insurance companies leads to a third party dictating the duration of our work together, and how we work together. In many cases, insurance requires a mental ...
    • What if I am not sure about counseling?
      Going to counseling the first time (or returning to counseling) can be scary. You may not know what to expect, you may fear being labeled as "crazy," or you may have ...