Services

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A student therapist is typically someone who is studying to become a licensed therapist or counselor. They're usually enrolled in a graduate program focused on psychology/ counseling. During their training, they often work under the supervision of experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience in providing therapy or counseling services to clients. While they may still be learning and honing their skills, they offer valuable support and guidance to individuals seeking help with their mental health or emotional well-being. 

Good question, an MFT-Intern has a graduate degree and is working toward licensure hours working under supervision of a seasoned Marriage and Family Therapist until hours are met. 

During your first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming atmosphere where you'll have the chance to discuss your concerns openly and confidentially with your therapist. They'll likely ask questions to better understand your background, goals, and the issues you're facing. Together, you'll begin to establish a rapport and collaborate on a plan for future sessions, setting the stage for a supportive and productive therapeutic relationship.

Therapy is an opportunity to discuss/talk about issues that are important to the client,. Therapy can be about one specific problem, or it can be about multiple.It can be about present situations of things from the past that still appear to be bothersome.  Therapy is for EVERYONE. Truly everyone can benefit from sharing their feelings and emotions to an unbiased person in a safe space. Therapy is collaborative and it takes an active role from the client 

People often see a therapist for a variety of reasons. Sometimes an event or situation occurs that causes an individual to seek out help, while for others, they may attend therapy because it provides a trained objective person to help them work through some issues they may have been struggling with for years.  

In the initial stages of therapy, it's often recommended to attend sessions more frequently, such as once a week or bi-weekly, to establish a strong therapeutic alliance and momentum. As progress is made and goals are achieved, sessions may gradually become less frequent, transitioning to once every two weeks or even monthly. However, the frequency of therapy sessions ultimately depends on individual needs, goals, and the therapist's recommendations, which can be adjusted as therapy progresses.

A superbill is a detailed invoice that a therapist provides to a client after a therapy session. It includes comprehensive information about the therapy provided, which the client can submit to their insurance company to seek reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses. 

Review Your Insurance Plan:

• Check your insurance policy documents for coverage details related to mental health services.
• Look for information on out-of-network provider reimbursement if your therapist is not in-network.

Contact Your Insurance Company:

• Call the customer service number on your insurance card.
• Ask if your plan covers out-of-network mental health services.
• Confirm the specific requirements for reimbursement (e.g., necessary documentation, coverage limits, deductible information).

Verify Reimbursement Rates:

• Inquire about the reimbursement rate for out-of-network services.
• Ask if there are any caps or limits on the number of sessions covered annually.

Pre-Authorization:

• Some insurance plans require pre-authorization for mental health services. Confirm if this is needed for your plan.

Submit the Superbill:

• After receiving the superbill from your therapist, submit it to your insurance company as instructed (usually through mail, email, or an online portal).