Question 1

What is Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Therapy is an opportunity to discuss concerns that are important to the client, while having a trained objective professional(Therapist) help work through not only the current situation but in dealing with similar situations in the future. Therapy can be about one specific problem, or it can be about multiple. Remember, therapy is a collaborative event, it requires an active role from both the client and the therapist for change to occur.

Question 2

How can therapy help me?

Accepted Answer

There are too many benefits of participating in therapy to list!  Therapists can provide support, problem solving skills and coping strategies for a wide range of issues. Therapists, being objective, can provide a different or a fresh perspective on a problem that you have been struggling with.

Benefits of therapy depend on your commitment and level of readiness. Some benefits can include, boosting self confidence or improving self esteem, improving communication skills, learning/finding new coping skills, attaining a better understanding of yourself, changing old patterns and developing new ones, or managing your emotional feeling such as sadness, anger or other highly charged emotions you may be feeling.

Question 3

What does the first session look like?

Accepted Answer

The initial session will be an intake assessment to discuss the client’s history and needs for treatment.  During this first session the client will have the opportunity to see how therapy will work, review office policies, privacy and confidentiality, as well as determine whether or not they are comfortable with the therapist.

Side note: It’s vital to have a positive working relationship with your therapist, so it’s recommended that the client and therapist will meet 2-3 times before deciding whether or not the relationship will continue.  The therapist will provide client with referrals  and community resources if they feel someone else may be more suitable for client's needs.

Question 4

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

I require a 24 hours notice of cancellation or you will be charged a "no-show" fee. An occasional exception may be made in the case of an emergency. It’s important that we meet consistently in order to make progress.

Question 5

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to be an in-network provider for various insurance company in the state of North Carolina.  Obtaining pre-authorization and filing of insurance claims are services provided for patients with any of the following insurance carriers:

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS - All plans, including Blue Value and Blue Local)
Cigna
Medcost
Optum/United Health Care

Frequently asked questions

What is Therapy?

How can therapy help me?

What does the first session look like?

What is your cancellation policy?

Do you accept insurance?