What to Expect
Initial Paperwork
When you book an appointment, you will be given access to paperwork online that you can complete and sign prior to your first meeting with me. This includes general intake information as well as legal documents such as informed consent and privacy policies.
First session
During our first meeting, I will be exploring your concerns and symptoms and what you would like to improve or just need support around. As an LPC I am trained to diagnose mental health disorders through assessment interviews, and particularly if you are using insurance, that will be part of the exploration process. Although actual psychological tests are not used in this session, if that is something that you think you want or need we can talk about whether or not it is something that I can provide to you or if you would like to pursue testing elsewhere. I will likely be able to review some treatment options with you during this first session, time permitting. It is also an opportunity for you to decide if you feel comfortable enough with me to continue to see me or if you would like to pursue services with a different provider.