Psychotherapy Frequently Ask Questions
I would like to start seeing a therapist, what should I do? The first step is to book an initial therapy session. If you would like to start the process, please contact me to purchase one initial session. Availability of the therapist is not offered at this initial stage, but if you have a particular request, please let us know. I am unable to reserve therapy assessment dates until I receive confirmation of purchase for an initial session. If, at any point, within 6 months of your purchase, you realise I cannot offer you a suitable assessment date, I will of course refund you for the full amount of the initial session. Prior to making a purchase for an initial session, I would like to make sure a therapist would be able to see me at certain dates & times. We offer therapy sessions on Mondays to Fridays between 8am and 8pm (start of the session), Paris time. If you can make yourself available during these hours, it is very likely that the therapist will be able to see you for an initial session. Please note I don't have any weekend availability. For ongoing therapy, you might be invited to join a waiting list. If you have very specific appointment requirements, such as wanting an exact evening slot, you might need to wait several weeks or months. What happens after I purchase an initial therapy session from your website? Soon after completing the purchase of an initial session, you will receive an automated email with information about our psychotherapy service. You will then be allocated to an assessing therapist. The assessing therapist will contact you directly, within one week, via email, to arrange a time for your initial session. Please make sure you periodically check the email address you entered at checkout, including your junk folder. What happens during the initial session? During the initial session you will have the opportunity to disclose any topics you might want to bring to therapy with a skilled assessing therapist, as well as questions and concerns. Where do therapy sessions take place? Our therapy sessions take place online and in Paris office. What is your current availability for therapy sessions? How long does it usually take to book the first session? The therapists’ availability changes quickly. If you would like to be offered an initial appointment slot, please book an initial session by email or telephone, so a therapist can contact you directly to find the best time. The assessing therapist will aim to contact you within one week of receiving your booking confirmation. Clients are usually seen for the initial session within one or two weeks after being contacted by the therapist, depending on your scheduling requirements (please note that certain slots are in high demand, therefore it could take a bit longer to offer you an appointment if you require a certain time / day). If you and your assessing therapist both agree that ongoing therapy might be appropriate, there may be a delay in arranging an ongoing appointment slot, as there is generally a high demand on the service. I need to see a therapist urgently; do you have any availability this week? If you are experiencing difficulties and feel you will benefit from seeing a therapist urgently, we advise you to seek help through services that offer emergency support. I try my best to accommodate requests, but it might take a few days to find a date that suits both yours and my schedule. How much is the psychotherapy session? Do you offer discounts for therapy sessions? The initial fee is 130 € (or equivalent). The fee for each follow-up session is also 130 € (or equivalent) and paid directly to the therapist. Currently, I do not offer discounts for any of my therapy services. Am I able to schedule fortnightly therapy sessions? We suggest a weekly commitment from the client; fortnightly therapy sessions are offered by exception. ABOUT ONLINE PSYCHOTHERAPY SESSIONS What platform do you use for online sessions? I use Zoom (preferably for couple therapy), or FaceTime/ Skype for online sessions. Both platforms have been endorsed by various professional bodies and the choice for their use is based on quality, ethical considerations and for the protection of client and therapist. Please check if your location allows for use of these platforms. I live abroad and there is a great time difference between us. Would I be able to have therapy with the Paris based therapist? You can definitely have therapy with me as long as you can schedule a 50-minute session between Monday to Friday 8am and 8pm (start of the session), Paris time. Are online sessions as effective as in-person sessions? Online sessions are as effective as in-person sessions. The structure is the same as in-person sessions and take place weekly, at an agreed time and day. ABOUT PSYCHOTHERAPY What is the approach used by the therapist? My approach to psychotherapy integrates psychodynamic concepts, attachment theory, and existential humanism. My ethos comes into my work in numerous ways and I very much share the philosophy. I feel unsure whether therapy is what I need. Am I able to speak to the therapist over the phone to make sure I will benefit from the sessions? Could I summarize my concerns in one email? During the initial session you will have the opportunity to disclose any topics you might want to bring to therapy with a skilled assessing therapist, as well as questions and concerns. Certain topics are best discussed in-person, with adequate space to be understood. If you have specific questions that haven’t been answered, you may email : [email protected] What type of couples come for Couples Therapy? I work with couples at every stage of a relationship. I also offer relationship therapy for those who are not romantically involved, including friends, colleagues and relatives. How is the premarital session structured? How does it differ from the couple therapy session? Premarital therapy is usually time-limited and focused on issues around commitment. Couples who sign up for premarital therapy may want to have just a handful of sessions before they get married, though they are of course free to choose longer-term therapy as well. I am concerned about my child. Are you able to offer therapy for children? I do not currently offer therapy for children or adolescents, but I may in the future. ABOUT THE PSYCHOTHERAPIST Can you share more information about your therapists? The Psychotherapist is fully qualified and highly trained. If you do have a specific request, or would strongly prefer a male or female therapist, please contact us. Preferences and requests can also be discussed during the initial session. The assessor you see during your initial session may recommend specific therapists on the team depending on suitability. CONTACTING THE PSYCHOTHERAPIST I can’t find your contact number; how should I contact you? Can I pay you a visit? Our preferred contact method is email. We aim to reply within 48 hours, business days only. Privacy and confidentiality are primordial to our service; and our therapy sessions are only bookable online by prior appointment. Contact information: - For other general enquires relating to Psychotherapy, please email: [email protected] - We welcome all feedback and will treat it confidentially. For feedback relating to my Psychotherapy service, please email: [email protected] - For press enquiries, please email: [email protected] MY CANCELLATION POLICY For initial sessions: - If you have scheduled a session with the therapist and have a confirmed session time and date, we have a forty-eight-hour notice period. For sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice, a full fee will apply, therefore I cannot offer a refund or session replacement. - If you are unable to arrange an initial session appointment or would like to cancel it for any given reason within 6 months of the original booking, I will gladly offer a full refund to your original payment method. For cancellations made after 6 months and within 1 year of the original booking, I can offer a credit voucher. Please note I cannot offer any refunds or exchanges after 12 months of the original booking. - If you were gifted a session that you do not wish to take, then we will happily exchange this for a gift voucher within 12 months of the original booking. For ongoing therapy (after an initial session): - For sessions cancelled with more than 2 weeks’ notice, no fee will be charged. - For sessions cancelled with more than 48 hours’ notice and less than 2 weeks’ notice, a 25 € charge will apply. - For sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice, a full fee will apply, therefore we cannot offer a refund or session replacement. |
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