FAQ

Is therapy private?

Yes. Therapy is confidential. No information will be given to anyone without your permission. You can give permission for information to be released and than you can rescind that permission at any time. There are two exceptions to confidentiality. If you are going to hurt yourself or someone else, then confidentiality will not be held in order that everyone is kept safe. You will be asked to sign a consent to treatment, and this will explain confidentiality in writing.

Do I have to lay on a couch?

No. There is a love seat in the office, some people like to stretch out and get comfortable, but you do not have to lie down and you do not have to close your eyes.

How long will I be in therapy?

That depends on you and what you are working on. Some people come to therapy to work on one specific issue and in a few sessions that issue to worked through. Other people come to therapy with deep psychological wounds and they will be in therapy for a longer period of time.

How are psychologists  or a social worker or a psychotherapist different from each other?

To begin with they have different training. A social worker typically has a masters degree, while a psychologist has a doctoral degree. Social workers are trained to help people using therapy and social services. Psychologists are trained to pr ovide therapy and testing. Both social workers and psychologists are licensed. A therapist is a generic term for someone who does psychotherapy, and does not tell you what the person's training or credentials are.

Do you prescribe medication?