Guidance when you need it most.
ABOUT THERAPY
You may be curious about the practice of psychotherapy. Here is information that will help you get started.
Please see the Links page for material from other websites or call. I would be pleased to speak with you further about
therapy as you make a decision.
How Do I Choose aTherapist? (see below)
What Is An L.C.S.W.? (click this link)
How Does Therapy
Help? (click this link)
How Do I Choose a Therapist?
This is an important decision because you want to be able to address the issues efficiently, successfully
and completely. I encourage clients to ask questions of the therapist so that they can determine if it seems to be a good fit.
It's always helpful to be able to trust that this person has your best interest at heart and will help you reach your goals.
Here's
a sampling of potential questions to ask:
- Are you licensed?
- How long have you practiced?
- How long will treatment last?
- What can I expect on my first visit?
- How do I pay for treatment?
- Tell me about confidentiality in your practice?
- When do you schedule appointments?
- What does a social worker do in treatment and how does that differ from a psychologist or psychiatrist?
- Have you had any disciplinary actions from your licensing board?
- Can you tell me about your training and expertise?
- What types of problems do you address?