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There's something special about working with a therapist that feels like talking to an old trusted friend. It's wonderful to be able to open-up to someone and be understood, not judged. It's good to feel comforted, and stabilized by a therapist. It's nice to know that your therapist will tactfully, and respectfully tell you what you need to hear, rather than just what they think you want to hear. It's important to have a therapist that you can connect with on a deep therapeutic level. And, what the heck, it's kind of cool that your therapist looks a bit like Dr. Phil. My service provides all these things.
People in my therapy office heal from past and current pain; they grow toward the person they want to be, and have the relationships that they have always wanted. They often go from feeling miserable to experiencing great joy, and happiness.
I get a front row seat, to witness it all.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
New clients can either log onto the website at RelationshipRepair.org, or call me at (832) 209-2109 to schedule an appointment. If a client has questions, I want to ensure that I answer all of them. I want my clients to come to my office (or, do telehealth) with "eyes wide open", to be comfortable, and know what to expect.
A link is sent to the client so that they can log onto their new system portal, where they can view the new client forms, and enter information, so that when their first session starts, we can "hit the ground running"; this adds value in that, the client doesn't feel rushed to fill-out the paperwork, and precious session time is not spent on completing forms.
First session: When the client(s) has/have their first session, we will confirm background, and assessment information, cover legal, and ethical issues. We will talk about the primary issues the client(s) are concerned with, right away.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Associate. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and Master's Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. I have training (and experience) working in a hospital, clinic, residential treatment center, intensive outpatient program, and private practice.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
As it currently stands, individual, and couple sessions are at $120 per hour. Initial diagnostic sessions are ninty minutes long with a fee of $150. Sixty minute family & group sessions are at $150. Fifteen minute phone consultations are always free. And, I consider sliding scale on a case by case basis. DO NOT LET MONEY BE THE REASON YOU DON'T GET HELP!
How did you get started in this business?
Having the great fortune of managing a lot of people, I loved it when my employees would come into my office, and ask if they could talk to me about personal issues they were dealing with. My heart would absolutely soar when I could see that these wonderful people trusted me enough to share these (often extremely private) things with me, and I also loved when they found the advice I gave them helped them to overcome their hurdles. It was often clear that they were just very happy, and relieved that they had someone to talk to that really cared, and listened to them, understood what they were trying to convey, and respected who they were, and what they stood for. These experiences made it clear to me that doing therapy/counseling was what I truly wanted to do.
From there, it was just a matter of gaining the education, and experience I needed, to get the ball rolling.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have worked with virtually any, and every type of client you could imagine. Many individuals, couples, family, group configurations. Though my focus is currently on relationship repair, I have healped many victims of rape, and sexual abuse. I have provided therapy for those struggling with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma, personality disorders, autism spectrim, sexual addiction, sexual disfunction, paraphilia, and psychosis.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Oh no... I have to pick just one? Okay... A mother brought her daughter in, saying the she was "out of control". In just three sessions, the mother came in absolutely elated; the whole family was "in a much better place", as she put it. We had a few more sessions, as she wanted to workout some issues she was having with her other kids.
There are no guarantees in therapy, but this is one example of many, that I am so blessed to have experienced.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
A huge aspect that leads to successful therapy is something called the therapeutic alliance; that's just a fancy way of talking about how well the therapist, and client get along. Do they "click"?
So, when you talk to a therapist, ask a lot of questions. Does the therapist answer your questions to your satisfaction? Do they "speak your language"? By that, I mean do they talk like you, or do they try to sound extra smart, and talk over you, or talk past you?
Make sure they are good listeners; do they make clarifying statements, like "it sounds like you are saying that you, and your partner just can't seem to communicate, do I have that right?"
And finally, I think it's best to work with a relational, or systemic therapist. Nearly every issue that we deal with, either directly involves others, or impacts others. Systemic, or relational therapists consider how the work they do with you impacts others that you are close to, and as a result, how their reactions, or responses impact you.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
How well do I understand the situation I'm faced with?
Do I know what my goals are?
What time do I have to commit, to do the work needed to meet my goals?
Is everyone involved in this situation avalable to meet with the therapist, so that we can work as a team?
Am I prepared to be open, and honest with myself, others involved in this struggle, and the therapist?
How far am I willing to travel, for sessions?
Am I comfortable working with a therapist of the opposite sex?
Do I have the resources necessary to compensate for the services?
Am I committed enough to follow this through?