"It isn't the mountain we conquer, but ourselves." ~ Sir Edmund Hillary
Initial Phone Consultation
If you decide I offer a free 3o minute phone consultation. During this consultation we will discuss what prompted you to seek services as well as clarify your needs and expectations for therapy or testing. This discussion is also an opportunity for you to learn more about me, the services that I offer, and my clinical style and approach. I am happy to address any questions or concerns that you have about therapy or testing during this consultation so that you are able to make an informed decision about whether or not to pursue working with me.
Intake Session
If you decide you would like to meet with me, we will schedule a 90 minute intake session. During this session we will talk in greater detail about your areas of difficulty, relevant history, and your goals for therapy or testing. We will work together to develop a treatment plan to help you start working towards these goals. To make sure that you get the most out of your session, I have included the initial intake paperwork here for you to review. Please read these documents and come to your session prepared with questions or concerns. I recommend printing and completing the Services Agreement, HIPAA, and the Intake Form prior to your appointment and bringing them with you. Alternately, you can arrive 15 minutes early and complete these forms in the waiting area. If you have another provider (e.g., therapist, psychiatrist, dietitian) that you want me to communicate with in order to coordinate your care, you may also want to complete the Release Form, The Out-of-Network Benefits document provides helpful information about using insurance for out-of-network providers. The Referral Form is for providers.
Individual Psychotherapy
After the initial intake session, individual psychotherapy appointments will be about 50 minutes in length. Usually we will meet once per week; however we may agree to meet more or less frequently depending on your needs. Often the first few sessions will focus on continuing to gather detailed information about the areas of your life that you hope to change and may require you to complete records or worksheets outside of session. For example, I may ask you to keep track of your eating disorder behaviors throughout the day or situations that prompt anxious thoughts so that we can identify specific triggers for these issues. I welcome you to always express any concerns that you have about your treatment and progress throughout our work together. Periodically we will have a more formal check-in during which we will update your treatment plan.
Testing
Psychological Testing: After the intake session, I will determine what tests need to be done and provide an estimation of the timeline for testing. Testing typically occurs in 1-3 appointments, lasting anywhere from 3-10 hours, depending on the type of evaluation needed. When testing is complete, I will score and analyze the material and write a report based on the results. I will also incorporate background information you have provided. Reports will be completed within 4 weeks after we have finished testing. After the report is complete, we will have a final feedback session where we will review a draft of the report and discuss the findings. After the feedback session, I will finalize the report and send you a copy. I am then available if you have further questions about the report or anything related to your situation.
Career Testing: Career exploration evaluations occur across five sessions. Typically, these sessions are scheduled weekly so that the assessment process takes approximately 6 weeks; however, this timeframe can be adjusted if necessary to accommodate your schedule. Within 2 weeks of the final integration/planning session, you will be sent a copy of the written summary report.
Career Testing: Career exploration evaluations occur across five sessions. Typically, these sessions are scheduled weekly so that the assessment process takes approximately 6 weeks; however, this timeframe can be adjusted if necessary to accommodate your schedule. Within 2 weeks of the final integration/planning session, you will be sent a copy of the written summary report.
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24 S. Prospect St., Suite #104
Amherst, MA 01002 |
Phone: (413) 345-6607
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Fax: (413) 858-7653
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