p
We are no longer accepting new clients. Our private practice is closed.

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy is for people who want to improve their quality of life. We provide a safe environment where one can openly express one’s self and be heard. We are an Evidence-Based Practice which means we integrate the best research or evidence with clinical expertise and patient values (definition from American Psychological Association).
 
Therapy can provide insight and new perspectives into life’s challenges and can help create solutions to difficult problems. Many people find that working with a therapist can enhance personal development, improve relationships and family dynamics, and can ease the challenges of daily life. Sometimes, just having someone there to listen is helpful. Overall, people in therapy tend to have lower levels of anxiety and stress, decreased conflict, and improved quality of life. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:
 

  • Developing new skills for handling stress and anxiety
  • Modifying unhealthy behavior and long-standing patterns
  • Attaining insight into personal patterns and behavior
  • Increasing confidence, peace, vitality, and well-being
  • Improving ways to manage anger, depression and moods
  • Discovering new ways to solve problems
  • Navigating life’s obstacles more effectively
  • Improving listening and communication skills
  • Enhancing the overall quality of life

 
Our individual therapy specialties include:

  • Anger management
  • Anxiety
  • Assertiveness training
  • Co-Dependency
  • Dating skills
  • Depression
  • Grief and loss
  • Major Life Changes
  • Motivation
  • Self-Esteem and Improvement
  • Sexual Problems (see our Sex Therapy page)
  • Stress management

We tailor services to the specific needs of their clients using such treatment methods as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy [Rational Living Therapy (RLT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Interpersonal Therapy (CIT)], Sex Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), life coaching or an integrative approach.
 
How much do sessions cost?
 
Our individual therapy fee is $150.00 per 45-50 minute session. Longer sessions are pro-rated. We accept cash, checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. We do not accept insurance.
 
What about confidentiality?
 
In general, the law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and a psychotherapist. Information is not disclosed without written permission. However, there are a number of exceptions to this rule.
 
Exceptions include:
 
1. Suspected child abuse or dependent adult or elder abuse. The therapist is required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
 
2. If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s. The therapist must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
 
3. If a client intends to harm himself or herself. The therapist will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in insuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, further measures may be taken without their permission in order to ensure their safety.
 
What can I expect in a therapy session?
 
Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. During therapy sessions it is standard to talk about the primary issues and concerns in your life. It is common to schedule a series of weekly sessions, where each session lasts 45-50 minutes. Sometimes, individuals who are going through a particularly difficult challenge may request more time per session or more than one session per week.
 
Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth. There may be times when you are asked to take certain actions outside of the therapy sessions, such as reading a relevant book or keeping records to track certain behaviors. Between sessions it is important to process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life. For therapy to be most effective you must be an active participant, both during and between the sessions.