FAQs

What can I expect from therapy?

It is normal and understandable to feel apprehension about going to therapy even with a bit of anxiety. Please know that you are not alone in this feeling and it is very common. Therapy is a shared journey and shared process, although you and I will travel on the journey together it is ultimately your journey and you will make the decisions for your own life that best fits you. You can expect to be respected. You can expect that I will offer suggestions, recommended readings from time to time but will not tell you what to do.

What happens during the first session?

During the initial session; the therapist will provide a space for you to share your story and talk about what brings you to therapy at this time. We will discuss some goals you have and what you would like to see changed in your life. Another very important piece of the first session is to establish if we are a good fit for one another.. Do I seem like someone you can turn to and trust? The relationship we establish will become the foundation for working together. We will work together and figure out how to help you get to your identified goals.

How long do appointments last?

Appointments are 55 minutes long. This is a typical length of a counseling session. If you are interested in longer sessions (75 minutes) please let me know and I will communicate with you pricing and availability.

How often will we meet?

In the beginning of our time together we will meet once a week. It is essential to gain the momentum of the relationship in the beginning by meeting weekly or oftentimes progress can dull out. Once we establish a sense of trust, identify goals and progress is made; we will discuss meeting less frequently. I have told many clients, “My goal is for you to fire me eventually.” I often get a perplexed look from most clients. I then say, “because once you have all the tools you need to overcome whatever challenges brought you to therapy…you don’t need me anymore and you have what it takes to make real change in your life.”

How much do you charge?

Healthy Minds Wellness Center charges $140 per 50-minute session. Payments can be made on the Healthy Minds Wellness Center, Inc. website, in-person or automatic payment.

What is your cancellation policy?

Healthy Minds Wellness Center requires a 24 hour notice of cancellation or full payment for the appointment is required. Please note that if you have an emergency and cannot make your appointment you will not be charged (life happens and we understand) please communicate. It is important that we meet consistently in order to make real progress.