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How do I know if I really need therapy?

It’s a little different for everyone. Some signs that you might need some help from a professional are when the way you feel begins to negatively impact your sleep, your job, appetite, relationships with friends and loved ones, or your decision-making abilities. If you find that you feel “blue” a lot, or that things just aren’t getting better or even that things seem hopeless – these are also pretty strong indicators that it’s time to seek out a trained professional to help.

Why shouldn’t I try to just work through this on my own.

It’s easy to put off seeking out help for something that’s negatively impacting the way we feel. In fact, the decision to get help can actually be extremely difficult for many people. Often times we dismiss feelings of anxiety, emotional pain, relationship stress, or depression as “just life” – even to the point of encountering real difficulty in normal day-to-day functioning. Deciding to take responsibility for your mental well-being and is an empowering first step. It takes courage, but it puts you back in control of your feelings and well-being. Even this small action step of reaching out can have a surprisingly positive effect on your outlook!

What does professional therapy provide?

Professional counseling gives you an opportunity to share, but also to gain new understanding and perspective. Life can be hard at times, and difficult circumstances are sometimes beyond our control, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Therapy helps you set achievable goals, and begin to make lasting changes to help you reach them. Through getting to the root of the issues and learning techniques for changing your unhealthy behaviors, you’re equipped to both regain control and practice healthy patterns for long-lasting improvement.

What happens in a therapy session?

Since the needs and goals of every client are different, therapy sessions vary in format and approach. Sometimes clients come with an agenda or specific things they’d like to talk about. Other times, people have a success story, an emotion that’s bothering them, or just a vague feeling or thought they can’t shake. Sessions progress based on the needs of the client at the time, but active participation and collaboration is important. In addition to in-session discussion and activities, we might encourage an outside activity or assignment that we discuss later (like reading a book, or keeping a journal). Ultimately, the goal is to identify the areas where change or help is needed, set realistic objectives, and to equip you with resources and strategies for both near-term and long-term success.

Do I have to share things I don’t want to?

Certain topics or stories can be difficult to share, and that’s normal and OK. You don’t have to share anything you don’t want to, or that makes you uncomfortable. It’s important to build a trusting relationship between therapist and client, but our sessions always progress at a pace that you feel ready for.

How long does it take?

Because therapy is tailored to a specific person, and the goals and challenges that person is facing, there’s no pre-defined period of time for on-going therapy sessions. Sometimes incredible progress is made in mere minutes, but it’s not uncommon for therapy to span several sessions over a period of weeks or months. Individual sessions are generally about 40-50 minutes in length.

Is this covered by my insurance?

Coverage varies greatly, but my services may be covered in part or in full by your insurance provider. Please contact your HMO or health insurance plan to learn more about what your plan covers. Below are some questions that are helpful to ask:

  • Do my insurance benefits include mental health services?
  • What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
  • Will I be required to pay a copay?
  • Is there a limit to the number of sessions per year my plan covers?
  • What is my deductible?
  • Do I need to get approval from my primary care physician?

 

What if I need to cancel my appointment?

If you need to cancel your appointment, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance of your session. Sessions canceled with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Yes. Your privacy is important to us, and you can trust that our sessions, as well as any of your personal information, is always held in the strictest of confidence. Additionally, anything you transmit over our website is highly secure, and stored data is HIPAA-compliant.

Confidential information disclosed in private therapy sessions is legally protected. However, there are some exceptions to this, including instances of suspected child or elder abuse, or when a client presents a serious danger of violence toward himself or herself or another person. If you’d like to learn more about our ethical standards and privileged communication exceptions, our office can provide additional information.

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“[Best part of counseling with Dr. Moore] reviewing your goals and having the anxiety rating scale that shows how you have improved or not. I found it quite useful to have something tangible to use to compare and contrast how I was doing within my therapy. I also like the cognitive worksheets we used from time to time.”
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“[Best part of counseling with Dr. Moore] Being available on weekends. I really like Dr. Moore's voice. It is soothing. And I feel like she is really listening to me.”
“[Best part of counseling with Dr. Moore] Allowing the parent or parents to be hands on and a part of the counseling process was a great part of the growth my daughter experienced. The Family as a whole benefited from the techniques and tools that were provided.”
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[Best part of counseling with Dr. Moore]

“She was a great listener.”
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“caring and listening”
“Providing an environment of comfort allowing my daughter to discuss her feelings”
“I learned that when children are involved always continue to let them know that it's okay to have someone other than a parent to talk to”
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[Best part of counseling with Dr. Moore]

“Flexibility.”
“The approach to make the child feel comfortable.”
“Dr. Moore's friendly and approachable demeanor makes it easy for my daughter and I to open up to her and ask questions. I feel that sense of comfort makes counseling a more positive and productive experience.”
“Objective support”
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“I didn't feel crazy. She made me feel what I was experiencing was something I could work through and gave me tools to do just that.
“Professionalism"
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“Thank you for working with my child, although we have a long road ahead, you have helped both her and I.”
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Comments

“You did an outstanding job”
“Everything was perfect”
“Definitely the best therapist I've ever connected with! I've been seeing her for almost two years now. She is understanding, non-patronizing, and runs a very organized practice.”
“Dr. Moore is the first therapist that has consistently served all of my needs.”
“The best part about counseling is that I can be completely open and honest with Dr. Moore. She is very personable, honest, nonjudgmental, gives great advice, provides helpful exercises to complete at home, and goes the extra mile to ensure the well-being of her patients.”

[Have you made changes in your life that are a result of counseling/evaluation with Dr. Moore?]

“I believe my girls are doing better.”
“Yes, frequent communication.”
“Yes. Better communication with my father.”
“Yes, positive talking and family talking.”
“Yes, definitely. I've made so much progress during my time with Dr. Moore so far.”

[Best part of counseling with Dr. Moore]

“That I am able to discuss how I feel with no judgement. Keep working through my anxiety.”
“Communication with patients.”
“Keep being authentic, real, and providing resources.”
“Feeling more in control; keep up the great work.”
“Talk about a variety of things to promote positive relationships.”
“The best part was knowing I was being listened to and understood.”
“Dr. Moore was such a great listener and changed my life forever. I wish I could still see her.”
“The hands-on attention.”
“Suggestions given on how to handle my situation that benefits me. Thinking of strategies to help me get over any anxiety.”
“1 on 1 conversation.”