Frequently Asked Questions

During the first appointment, I anticipate that many clients will be nervous.  I try to put you at ease and start building a therapeutic relationship with you.  I do gather background information about what brings you to services including reviewing current symptoms, previous treatment attempts, family history and several other things.  It helps give me an idea of how to best treat you and we can discuss some things that you want to work on throughout the course of treatment. 

I am available to provide in person and telehealth services.

Your insurance company will be billed and you will be responsible for the copay at the time of the session.  This can be paid via credit card, cash, Venmo or PayPal.  There are also self-pay rates available if you do not have insurance.  If for some reason, your insurance denies the claim, you are held responsible for any unpaid balance. 

Therapy can be difficult at times, and you may not always see the progress while you are receiving treatment. I will often provide you examples of progress that you have made. 

If the current treatment approach does not work, we can adjust and try a different approach. One approach will not work for everyone and may require various approaches.

We cannot prescribe medications but can provide you with some referrals if needed. 

We will never force you to take medications.  However, if we feel it would be beneficial, we may suggest you meet with a medical prescriber for an evaluation.  

Run!!! Just kidding! We will respect your privacy and not initiate any contact with you or discuss anything pertaining to treatment. If you do acknowledge me, I will respond but once again, will not discuss any treatment details to protect your privacy. 

You will have the contact number to reach us if there is a crisis after hours. However, you will also be provided a list of alternative resources as well if we are unavailable for some reason. 

MA – Master’s of Arts Degree

MSW - Master's of Social Work

Ph.D – Doctorate’s Degree

LCMHC -Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

LCMHCA – Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (Associate level professional who receives regular supervision to provide therapy to clients)

LCMHCS – Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (a LCMHC that can provide supervision to those going for their full license)

LCAS – Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (clinician who has completed specialized training in substance use)

LCASA – Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate (clinician who has completed specialized training in substance use and working under supervision of a supervisor)

CADC - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

CADC Intern - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Intern

CCS – Certified Clinical Supervisor (supervisor that can provide supervision to those going for addiction certifications/licenses)

CSI – Certified Supervisor Intern (an individual who is working with a supervisor to become a CCS)

NCC- National Certified Counselor

LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse

HWC- Health and Wellness Coach

LCSW-A - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Associate Level)

LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker

CCTP - Certified Clinical Trauma Professional