Frequently Asked Questions
Who goes to therapy?
Anyone with challenges that create barriers to wellbeing and happiness.
Anyone with unresolved issues that are difficult to discuss/or secrets that inhibit healthy functioning.
Anyone desiring an outside party to co-develop strategies with you to manage stressful life events.
Do I need individual or group therapy?
There are advantages to both. We’ll develop a plan that’s best for you. Advantages of individual sessions include privacy, more time for us to work on your unique issues, and choosing a time that works best for your schedule without needing to coordinate with other people. On the other hand, meeting other people with problems can give a wider perspective of your own problems and help you understand different ways to handle a problem. Emotional support and encouragement from a therapy group is very healing. Group therapy has special value for people with communication issues or social phobia.
Why do I need therapy if my doctor gives me medication?
Research shows the combination of psychotherapy and medication leads to healing more efficiently. Not one or the other, but both in tandem.
How much does all of this cost?
It’s best to call my office so we can get more information about your situation. Some people use their health insurance benefits and others choose to self pay. The fees range from $55.00 to $175.00, depending on the services provided.
Is this therapy compatible with my Christian beliefs?
Absolutely. My life and career has been dedicated to exploring the invisible links that tie the emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental health of an individual to the healing process. Your spiritual journey is part of your healing process and we’ll explore that together. For the record, I’m a Christian and I recognize that not everyone has shared my path to knowing God. I help people of all faiths (or no faith).
As a therapist, I’m also an educator and strong clinician. Terms such as “holistic” and “meditation” may be unfamiliar to some, and it’s helpful to remember that although God is the ultimate healer, God also gives us many tools for healing, such as doctors, therapists, hospitals, and medicine. Holistic medicine attempts to address all factors in our lives that influence our well-being, whether they be physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual. Meditation is not only a way to silence the busyness of our minds—it’s also a way to listen to God as we understand God.