What to Expect
What to expect out of the counseling process with me.
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Consultation Call
Our first meeting will be a free consultation call to see if we would be a good fit for working together. If my vibe and knowledge match what you need we will set up your client portal and schedule an intake session.
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The call can be a phone call or a virtual meeting.
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Intake and Planning
The first session (also called an intake) is about getting a brief history about your life and current stressors so I have more context. You get to decide how much you tell me. My focus will be collecting information that helps me know where you want to start learning so you can make the changes you want.
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Together we’ll develop a treatment plan that outlines what you'd like out of therapy and how we will know when you've successfully completed your plan. We can always adjust the plan to add new goals or update our focus at any time.
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Sessions
Sessions will start with a brief check-in before we set our objective for the meeting which will usually run about 50 minutes. I want you to feel like we're making great use out of your precious time.
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Rather than 'just talking' sessions will focus on trying to give you the information and build skills you need to make progress toward meeting your treatment plan goals.​
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By the end of each session, I want you to be able to identity a behavioral goal that you can practice that will help you make clear, measurable progress toward your overall treatment goal.
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Make and Maintain Change
How often and how many times we meet will depend on your unique needs.
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When you have leveled up your skills and need me less our scheduled meetings will get further and further apart.
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We're working toward the point where I become irrelevant because you now have the knowledge and skills you need to handle what life throws your way.​
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When is Counseling Done?
Counseling is done when you have met and maintained your progress toward your goals. Once you learn the information, develop the skills, and know how to implement change on your own then my role is no longer needed. Which is awesome!
I look forward to meeting you, helping you meet your goals, and to ending our last meeting together knowing you've made the change you want to see in your life.
