In order to schedule an initial appointment, I request that we speak briefly over the phone. During this consultation, I will ask several questions to get a sense of your needs, so that I can better meet them during our work together.  I encourage you to ask me any questions you may intially have during the phone consultation as well. 

After the consultation, we may chose to schedule an initial intake appointment. The first appointment lasts about 60 minutes; the paperwork takes about 5-10 minutes and then we are able to meet for the remainder of the session.  During the first session, I will gather information regarding history, background, concerns/reason for seeking counseling, and goals for therapy.  Together, we will develop a treatment plan that will guide our work in future sessions.  Subsequent sessions will last approximately 45-50 minutes. 

The frequency and length of treatment varies and depends on individual needs including severity of issue, scheduling, goals, etc.  We will discuss your needs in determining a flexible plan for frequency and length of treatment.