FAQs : Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How do I begin?

​A: Call my mobile number at (615) 812-4134. Leave a message after the tone & I will return your call or text you back within 24-48 hours. You may indicate what time of day works best for setting a session. I currently book sessions for Wednesdays & Thursdays, with occasional alternating days. I do not do early morning sessions. I DO NOT SET APPOINTMENTS OR DISCUSS ANY COUNSELING IN EMAIL. I utilize texting for setting and rescheduling appointments. You will be expected to provide a FULL 24 hour cancellation notice to avoid a full fee charge. Emergencies are the only exclusion and must be medical in nature. If you are genuinely too sick to attend please discuss with me. If you need to rebook and I have availability in the SAME BUSINESS WEEK there will not be any additional late fee.

Question: How long does it all last?

A: Growth is about momentum. The more frequently we meet, the more progress you will make. I almost always encourage clients to commit to 6 months at least, and 18 months on average, depending on how frequently and consistently sessions are attended. I strongly encourage clients if possible to commit to once a week for the initial 4-6 weeks. Afterwards, if a lesser frequency is desired, I prefer to discuss it at that time. Many people begin their work on a weekly basis, then move to bi-weekly, and then monthly. Often clients return periodically for "check-ups" or to check-in for maintenance. Some issues may only require a shorter period of time, however these issues are generally circumstantial and not considered issues from your past or from an ongoing or chronic issue or conflict in a relationship.

Question: How does it work?

A: I’ll email you a set of forms and an initial personal history assignment. We then schedule an initial 90 minute evaluation and if financially possible, you'll commit to come once a week for a 45-60 minute session for 4-6 weeks, allowing both of us to form an idea of what is at the root of your issues and begin to develop a bond as a base for a good, working therapeutic or coaching relationship. After those initial weeks, we can discuss any changes to the way our meetings are going and we both give input on whether or not our match continues to be a good fit. If adjustments to the work need to be done, we can each make them. This also provides an opportunity for me to determine if an additional referral is indicated outside of these therapy or coaching sessions. Please note: It is not recommended to begin with a frequency any less that bi-weekly—momentum and building a connection are key.