These commonly asked questions may assist you in understanding the nature of our professional relationship.
Q. How do I begin the process to receive services?
A. The first step is to complete and submit our "Pre-Registration Form". Our staff will contact you upon receipt.
A. The first step is to complete and submit our "Pre-Registration Form". Our staff will contact you upon receipt.
Q. I submitted my referral form and did not receive a response. Who should I contact?
A. Please call our office and someone will be more than willing to provide assistance.
A. Please call our office and someone will be more than willing to provide assistance.
Q. What approach to counseling do we use?
A. The approach we use is called “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.” This approach examines the thoughts people are having and the influence they have on their feelings and behaviors, as a way to assist them in reaching their goals. It is important for you to know that in this approach 1) we will be working as a team; 2) we will focus on satisfying your goal(s); 3) you will learn skills that will aid you to become your own counselor.
A. The approach we use is called “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.” This approach examines the thoughts people are having and the influence they have on their feelings and behaviors, as a way to assist them in reaching their goals. It is important for you to know that in this approach 1) we will be working as a team; 2) we will focus on satisfying your goal(s); 3) you will learn skills that will aid you to become your own counselor.
Q. Why do we practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
A. It is our belief that it is important to use a model that has been proven to be effective. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been scientifically studied and supported to be effective in meeting various clients’ needs in therapy.
A. It is our belief that it is important to use a model that has been proven to be effective. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been scientifically studied and supported to be effective in meeting various clients’ needs in therapy.
Q. What does the therapist expect from me?
A. We expect clients’ full participation during the duration of our relationship. Remember we are working “together” to assist you. Therefore, be punctual, complete mood assessments at the beginning of each session, complete out-of session assignments, and give feedback.
A. We expect clients’ full participation during the duration of our relationship. Remember we are working “together” to assist you. Therefore, be punctual, complete mood assessments at the beginning of each session, complete out-of session assignments, and give feedback.
Q. What can I expect from the therapist?
A. You can expect the therapist to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. We will continue to uphold state laws, ethical standards, and confidence as it pertains to our relationship.
A. You can expect the therapist to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. We will continue to uphold state laws, ethical standards, and confidence as it pertains to our relationship.
Q. What can I do to get ready for therapy?
A. Setting goals is an important step. It can be helpful if you begin to think about how you would like to be different by the end of therapy. It might be helpful to think about the changes you would like to make at home, work, school, and other relationships you may have. In addition, formulating ideas concerning areas of your life that you would like to improve may be of some benefit to you. In session we will evaluate together which goals might be best to work on during therapy and which could possibly be tended to out of session independently by you.
A. Setting goals is an important step. It can be helpful if you begin to think about how you would like to be different by the end of therapy. It might be helpful to think about the changes you would like to make at home, work, school, and other relationships you may have. In addition, formulating ideas concerning areas of your life that you would like to improve may be of some benefit to you. In session we will evaluate together which goals might be best to work on during therapy and which could possibly be tended to out of session independently by you.
Q. What happens during a typical session?
A. Even before meeting with the therapist, it is important that you complete a mood assessment which may take 15-20 minutes to complete. This assessment will allow you and your therapist to track your progress. We refer to this process as a mood check. Next, you will have the opportunity to add or modify anything on the agenda. Then, we will briefly highlight the previous session. Follow the brief highlights; we will review any out-of-session assignments that were suggested during the last session. After that we will discuss your specific concern(s), do some problem solving and assess your thoughts and beliefs about mentioned situation for accuracy. During this time you may be introduced to techniques that may be helpful for you to use outside of our sessions. We will then examine which technique will be of benefit to you to complete out of session. Before we end our meeting we will summarize key parts of the session and ask you for feedback concerning the session: what went well for you, what did not go so well, what was helpful, what was not so helpful, what did you like, and what would you like to change.
A. Even before meeting with the therapist, it is important that you complete a mood assessment which may take 15-20 minutes to complete. This assessment will allow you and your therapist to track your progress. We refer to this process as a mood check. Next, you will have the opportunity to add or modify anything on the agenda. Then, we will briefly highlight the previous session. Follow the brief highlights; we will review any out-of-session assignments that were suggested during the last session. After that we will discuss your specific concern(s), do some problem solving and assess your thoughts and beliefs about mentioned situation for accuracy. During this time you may be introduced to techniques that may be helpful for you to use outside of our sessions. We will then examine which technique will be of benefit to you to complete out of session. Before we end our meeting we will summarize key parts of the session and ask you for feedback concerning the session: what went well for you, what did not go so well, what was helpful, what was not so helpful, what did you like, and what would you like to change.
Q. How long are sessions?
A. Sessions are typically 45-50 minutes. One exception is the first appointment, which is an information-gathering session that usually lasts 75-90 minutes.
A. Sessions are typically 45-50 minutes. One exception is the first appointment, which is an information-gathering session that usually lasts 75-90 minutes.
Q. How long does therapy last?
A. The answer to this question depends on the severity of your concerns. Compared to other traditional mode of therapy, cognitive therapy is very brief in nature. Usually, many people find therapy to be helpful in 8-10 sessions.
A. The answer to this question depends on the severity of your concerns. Compared to other traditional mode of therapy, cognitive therapy is very brief in nature. Usually, many people find therapy to be helpful in 8-10 sessions.
Q. How would I know therapy is working?
A. You will know therapy is working by noticing any decrease in your scores on your objective test. Also, most people notice changes in their symptoms in several weeks.
A. You will know therapy is working by noticing any decrease in your scores on your objective test. Also, most people notice changes in their symptoms in several weeks.
Q. What else should I know?
A. We will work collaboratively together. Both of us will monitor if we are effectively working towards your designated goals. We encourage feedback about our therapeutic relationship, session structure, and the counseling process.
A. We will work collaboratively together. Both of us will monitor if we are effectively working towards your designated goals. We encourage feedback about our therapeutic relationship, session structure, and the counseling process.
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