How to start therapy with us
intake process
First step
Call for a phone screening
Since we do have certain areas of clinical specialization, it’s important to briefly learn about what you are looking for and assess if we do have the expertise or availability to fulfill your therapy needs.
Second step
Schedule online an intake/consultation session (s)
Based on our phone conversation, and if we both agreed that there is an opportunity for us to work together, we’ll invite you to schedule an intake session by simply clicking HERE.
Third step
Meet us for intake session
The intake process lasts between 1 to 2 sessions, and usually each one of these sessions last 90-minutes. The purpose of these meetings is to fully understand what prompts you in to therapy and learn together in detail about the difficulties you’re struggling with. Prior to the intake session(s) you will be asked to complete a clinical questionnaire that gathers detailed information about the particular issues you are dealing with, general psychological history, and specific expectations for therapy. At the end of the intake session(s) we’ll share with you our treatment recommendations that will effectively respond to your needs. If other referrals are necessary (e.g. psychiatrists, intense treatments, etc.) we’ll do our best to provide you with information for those resources.
Fourth step
Receive your treatment recommendations
Make an informed decision.
After we meet face-to-face for an intake, and you hear our clinical recommendations, then you can make an informed decision about therapy services.
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