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Therapy is the process by which an individual meets with a therapist to resolve issues related to mental illness, stress and burnout, family/relationship issues, trauma, and any other issues that hinder or prevent an individual from functioning.

Individuals who’ve received specialized training and/or appropriate licensure or registration with the state and/or national boards are trained professionals who can provide therapy. There are a range of providers who can provide therapy. Among those include, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Interns who work under the supervision of a licensed therapist or mental health professional (Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Social Worker, Professional Clinical Counselor Intern, Psychologist Intern) and others.

There are various types of therapy to choose from. The list of therapy types can be overwhelming for a consumer. It is a good idea to talk with a therapist about which therapy type is best suited for you. The list below is not an exhausted list of therapy types;

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Emotionally Focused Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing

Family Systems Therapy

Integrative Therapy

Interpersonal Therapy

Marriage and Family Therapy

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

Narrative Therapy

Person-Centered Therapy

Play Therapy

Positive Psychology

Psychodynamic Therapy

Reality Therapy

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

Your relationship with your therapist is valuable. Therefore, it makes sense to ensure that the relationship between you and your therapist is helpful. There are a few things to consider when looking for a therapist. First, you want to know if the therapist has experience working with issues that you are struggling with. Next, you want to find out how the therapist works with clients, the availability of the therapist, and if the therapist can help you resolve your issues. If you have questions or concerns, address them with your therapist as your therapist can learn from the feedback you provide. I provide a 15-minute consultation so that I can answer these questions as well. 

There isn’t a black and white answer about the number of sessions you need. Your issues could resolve within 3-6 months, however, that may not be true for you. Therapy is a process by which you do not want to rush. Allow yourself the time to go through your healing process. Trust your journey. The number of sessions or the length of therapy can also depend on the number of goals an individual wants to achieve within therapy. Talk with your therapist regarding your goals and the issues you are struggling with. It is imperative that you are honest about any concerns you have and your expectations about therapy. This will prevent unexpected and unwanted surprises within the therapy process. Once you and your therapist have talked, both of you will have a better idea about the length of therapy.

There are similarities between a Life Coach and a Therapist, more so than many individuals want to believe. A Life Coach and a Therapist both provide space for individuals to talk in sessions, collaborate with individuals about goals, problem solve with individuals, and help individuals increase personal well-being. Although Life Coaches and Therapists may work toward similar goals with individuals, the path toward those goals may be different. The Therapist will dig deeper into how to handle emotions related to mental illnesses or problems that aren’t life altering or traumatic, as well as the cognitions and interpersonal relationships. The Life Coach help individuals overcome mental blocks that may be holding them back from achieving goals and hold them accountable for their progress. The training of a Life Coach and a Therapist is also similar and different. A Therapist and Life Coach receive training to craft the set of skills needed to do their jobs effectively. A Therapist must obtain training hours to obtain licensure, whereas a Life Coach may or may not have obtained hours toward certification. Both take a test to receive certification or licensure in their respective fields. If you want to talk further about how a Therapist can help you, contact me for further information.

I provide therapy online and am able to provide support via phone. At this time, I am not meeting with patients in person.

We will dig deeper about what you are struggling with and how it has impacted your life. I may review some of the information from your intake form (which you will have completed prior to the visit)  to gain better clarity about some of your answers. We will also establish goals so that you have a way to measure your progress and I will provide an opportunity for you to ask questions. I will also review information such as confidentiality, privacy, fees, telehealth sessions, cancellations/no show expectations, and other policies that are important for you to know. We will then schedule the next session at the end of the first session. Many people don’t know what to expect and may feel nervous about the first session. Please know that this is okay. Individuals may be nervous even if they knew what to expect from therapy, which is okay too. We will address those feelings and thoughts so that you may not feel as nervous. 

I accept Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar, and Kaiser NorCal insurance in the state of California. I accept United Health Care, Oxford Health, Oscar, Cigna, and Aetna insurances in the state of Colorado. If I am not in network with your insurance,  you can attempt reimbursement for payment for sessions, on your own accord. I can provide a Superbill upon request. 

If you have insurance, please check with your insurance regarding any co-pay that is required. If you are paying out of pocket, please check my pricing page here for pricing.