Here are some answers to questions you may have about my therapy practice.
What services do you offer?
I primarily provide Individual psychotherapy in the comfort of your home via telehealth. If needed, I can schedule a session at my office in Katy, Texas. My hours are Monday - Wednesday and Friday 9am -4pm and Thursday 11am - 7pm. Other times may be available by special arrangement.
What does your practice focus on?
Grief and loss, relationship issues, job changes, coping with long term, chronic or terminal illness, caregiver stress, depression, anxiety, coping with age related changes, support in making positive life changes.
How much will it cost? My rate is determined by your insurance carrier. My private pay rate is $175 for a 50-minute session, payable by cash, check, or credit card at the time of the session. I also accept Apple Pay, Zelle and Venmo.
What if I need to cancel my appointment?
If you need to cancel your appointment, you must contact me by phone at least 24 hours prior to the session in order to avoid a charge. Cancellations after that will result in a charge of $50.
Do you take insurance?
As a Sondermind and Headway provider, I accept: Medicare (traditional and most managed care), Aetna, Apostrophe, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna EAP, and United Healthcare. If you have other insurance, I will assist you in submitting a claim to your insurance company to request partial reimbursement.
How do I know if I really need to see a therapist? If you are feeling that your life is not what you want it to be, psychotherapy can usually help.
According to the American Psychological Association (apa.org, 2020), here are some signs that you could benefit from therapy:
You feel an overwhelming, prolonged sense of helplessness and sadness
Your problems don’t seem to get better despite your efforts and help from family and friends
You find it difficult to concentrate on work assignments or to carry out other everyday activities
You worry excessively, expect the worst, or are constantly on edge
Your actions, such as drinking too much alcohol, using drugs, or being aggressive, are harming you or others
What can I expect from a session?
Our sessions will be held in a safe, relaxed, non-judgmental atmosphere so that you can share what is bothering you openly. Your first session will be spent gathering information about you, your current life situation, and working to develop an understanding of your issues and goals to develop a preliminary treatment plan for moving forward.
How many sessions will I need?
The duration of psychotherapy depends on many factors, including the nature and severity of your issues, how long you have been experiencing them, your goals, and your current life situation. Some clients feel better after just one or two sessions; others need weeks or months to work through difficult feelings and longstanding issues. Some continue psychotherapy even after their current problems are resolved in order to build personal growth and gain new insights.