The length of a therapy session is 50-60 minutes and typically once a week.
The cost of a session is $95.00 for out-of-pocket pay, it is due at the time of the session. We can also bill through your insurance and the cost will depend on your insurance plan, and if there is a copay it is due at the time of the session.
Different therapists use a variety of methods, but research repeatedly shows that the quality of the relationship between the therapist and the client is the best predictor of change regardless of the method used. Carl Rogers, a well known psychologist, felt that the primary requirements of a good counselor were:
Rogers believed this type of interaction created the ideal condition for client change.
How do you determine whether your therapist meets the Carl Rogers standard? Try using your “gut” sense as a quality barometer. You are the authority on your life. You can trust your instincts to know if a therapist is right for you and if your therapy is generally headed in the right direction. No one is perfect, including therapists. Keep in mind that if your therapy feels difficult and frustrating, it may be normal and a sign that you are changing. The change process is not easy.
Below is a list of the questions you can ask regarding your therapist. If you are currently in therapy and have concerns after reading these questions, talk to your therapist before making a change. If you are looking for a therapist, ask yourself these questions before beginning therapy or at times along the way when you feel stuck.
Good luck on your search—you CAN make changes to increase your self esteem and ability to enjoy life, and we would love to help!
