Working Together

A Thoughtful, Collaborative Approach to Therapy

While everyone’s experience is different, this page offers a look at how therapy typically gets started, how we collaborate, and how it wraps up.

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    1. Initial Consultation - Get Acquainted

    This 20-minute no cost appointment is an opportunity for you to share why you’re reaching out and also learn about me. During our initial therapy consultation we’ll identify how I can be helpful and a 'good fit.'  

    Schedule a free consultation to learn how we’ll collaborate! 

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    2. Therapy Preparation - Gather Our Materials

    Before your first session we’ll handle the logistics and gather information to jump-start your therapy! We’ll set up your standing appointment time. You’ll review my policies and complete forms. These include a consent for treatment, intake form, and online questionnaires to share how you’re currently doing.

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    3. Early Sessions - Sketch Your Vision

    In the initial Intake session we’ll develop a shared understanding of your pain points and hopes. Over the next couple of sessions we’ll co-create a plan to address your current concerns and goals.

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    4. Gaining Insight and Skills - Practice New Brushstrokes

    Most people meet with me weekly for 55-minutes. Through conversation and inquiry, you’ll experience ‘ah ha’ moments as we consider why certain thoughts and feelings are emerging (or repeating). Through practice outside our sessions, you apply these insights to your daily life. 

    The number of months we’ll collaborate depends on each person's concerns and specific goals. People often experience initial improvement over six months. 

    As you start to feel better and gain confidence, your vision often broadens of what’s possible. At this point people usually refine or add new goals, choosing to continue learning and practicing in therapy until these goals are met..

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    5. Wrapping Up - Frame the Canvas

    There comes a point when you’ve achieved the life you pictured. Hurray! 

    As you get ready to fly solo, we’ll take a moment to celebrate your progress and identify any next steps.