Your first session
A plain account of the first hour.
Before you come
You choose in office or by video. Intake forms are on the practice's own secure portal, linked from your confirmation. You do not need to prepare anything.
In the room
We talk. I ask about what is going on and what you want to change. You can ask me anything about how I work, my training and the limits of confidentiality.
What this is not
It is not an exam or a test, and nobody hands you a checklist. You do not have to tell me everything in one visit.
Length and pace
Your clinician sets the pace with you. We agree on how often to meet and how to know whether the work is useful.
How it is paid
Fees are given in writing before you start. The details are on the how fees work page.
How fees workWhen you leave
You leave with a sense of direction and a time for the next visit if you want one. If I am not the right fit, I say so and suggest where to look.
Three questions about a first visit
Do I have to say yes to continue?
No. You can decide after the first session whether to keep going.
Can I bring someone with me?
This practice sees adults one to one. A support person can wait in the lobby.
What should I do if I feel worse after a session?
It can be tiring to talk about hard things. Tell me at the next visit. If you are in crisis, call or text 988, any time, or call 911 in an emergency.
Ready for a first session?
Get in touch and we will find a time that works around your week.