If you’ve never been to see a therapist before, starting for the first time might be a little unnerving. People often wonder “are my problems serious enough to talk to a professional about them?”, “will this be worth the money I spend?”, “how is this any different from talking to a loved one?”, “how long will it take before I start to feel better?” “Does talking to a counselor mean that I’m mentally ill”? 

Investing in regular therapy sessions may feel like a luxury, but I hope you will find that the investment in yourself allows you to create the life you want. Everyone’s journey looks different, but many people start to notice a change after just a couple of sessions.

The first session of therapy is typically scheduled for an hour. During that time I’ll ask you a lot of questions about what’s bothering you, your family history, your personal history, and your relationships. After that, most sessions are pretty conversational. I typically use a Relational approach to therapy, but I will work to adapt based on what works for you. 

Making the decision to be vulnerable with a new person is always scary, but I’m glad you're here. Schedule a free 15 minute consultation using the client portal, and I will happily try to answer your remaining questions.