FAQs

1) What happens in the first session? The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask some questions about your current concerns, relevant history, and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy. This initial conversation also includes an assessment to help us better understand your needs and begin identifying goals for our work together.

You’ll also have time to ask questions and get a sense of whether working together feels like a good fit. My goal is to create a comfortable, supportive space where you can share at your own pace.

2) How often will we meet? Most clients begin with weekly sessions, which allows for consistency and momentum. As progress is made, sessions may become less frequent depending on your needs.

3) How long are therapy sessions? Most individual therapy sessions last about 50 minutes. This provides dedicated time to focus on your concerns and goals.

4) Is therapy confidential?
Yes. Therapy is confidential, which means what you share in sessions stays private. There are a few legal exceptions, such as if there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, or in cases involving abuse or court orders. These limits will be explained during the first session.

5) What is your cancellation policy? Life happens, and sometimes schedules change. If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice or missed sessions may incur a $75 fee.

6) What if it doesn’t feel like the right fit? A strong connection between you and your therapist matters. If you ever feel that our work together isn’t the right fit, that’s okay. I’m committed to helping you find the support that works best for you and can offer referrals to other therapists if needed.

7) How can therapy help with eating disorders or disordered eating? Therapy can be an important part of recovery from eating disorders and disordered eating patterns. These challenges often involve complex emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical factors, and therapy offers a supportive space to explore them with compassion and without judgment.

In therapy, we may work on understanding the underlying thoughts, emotions, and experiences connected to food, body image, and self-worth. Treatment often focuses on developing healthier coping strategies, improving your relationship with food and your body, and building skills to manage difficult emotions.

8) What if I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help? It’s not uncommon for people to try therapy in the past and feel like it wasn’t helpful. Sometimes the timing wasn’t right, the approach didn’t fit your needs, or the connection with the therapist didn’t feel like the right match.

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and different therapists use different approaches. If you decide to try therapy again, we can talk about your previous experiences and what did or didn’t feel helpful. This can help guide our work together and find an approach that better supports your goals.

9) What if I don’t feel comfortable talking about certain topics? That’s okay. You control what you share and how much you disclose. Therapy is a safe space to explore whatever you’re comfortable with, and we can take things at a pace that feels right for you.

10) How do I get started with therapy? Getting started with therapy is easy! You can reach out through the contact form on this website, by email, or by phone to schedule an initial session. During our first meeting, we’ll discuss your goals, any concerns you have, and begin exploring how therapy can support you. From there, we’ll decide together how to move forward based on your needs.