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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

getting started with THERAPY

We understand starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and you might have questions or need more information. This page is here to help guide you, including frequently answered questions, resources to support you on your journey, and more. Explore this curated wellness toobox, and discover helpful tips for your mental health journey.

OUR FEES

We believe in providing clear and transparent information about our fees, which are designed to reflect the value of the care we provide while remaining accessible. Whether you’re using insurance, paying out of pocket, or exploring sliding-scale options, we’re here to discuss what works best for you.

insurance

We strive to make our services as accessible as possible by accepting a range of major insurance providers. We understand that navigating insurance can be tricky, so our team is here to help guide you through the process. Please reach out for assistance with verifying your benefits. Our goal is to ensure you get the care you need without unnecessary barriers.

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frequently asked QUESTIONS

  • EATING DISORDERS
    Eating disorders and disordered eating are characterized by problematic eating behaviors, eating-related behaviors, and distorted perceptions towards food, weight, shape, appearance and self. Clients with eating disorders or disordered eating often experience psychological distress which may impair daily functioning as well as impairments to physical health. Eating disorders are emotional disorders.
  • LIFE TRANSITIONS
    The only constant in life is change. Life transitions can include but are not limited to: the loss of a relationship, moving to a new city, starting a new career, parenting, and aging. We can support you while navigating these uncharted territories while also promoting self-reliance.
  • ANXIETY
    Anxiety is characterized as experiencing worry and fear which can be persistent, intense, and excessive regarding every day situations. This can lead to impairment in social and occupational functioning. Anxiety is often linked to patterns of avoidance, behaviorally and/or cognitively, which often times increase its presence and intensity.
  • BODY IMAGE
    Body image is characterized as an individual’s thoughts, perceptions, and emotions surrounding their physical appearance. Body image can impact an individual’s perception of self and behaviors. For some individuals, they may experience a preoccupation with certain aspects of their physical appearance leading to psychosocial impairment.
  • DEPRESSION
    Depression is characterized by feelings of sadness, irritability, emptiness, and impact an individual’s ability to function. Depression is also linked to a decrease in pleasure or enjoyment, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and low motivation. Individuals suffering from depression may experience differences in intensity and duration.
  • TRAUMA
    Trauma is characterized as any impactful experience which results in significant fear, helplessness, dissociation, confusion, or other feelings related to psychological distress. Traumatic experiences have a negative impact on an individual’s perception of themselves, the world, and how they function within it. Traumatic events can be caused by human behavior or nature.

helpful resources

We’ve compiled resources to support you on your mental health journey. From self-care tips to educational articles and trusted links, these tools are here to help you navigate challenges and stay informed.

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SEVEN THINGS YOU MAY BE FEELING WHEN YOU 'FEEL FAT'

IWEIGH COMMUNITY

Woman Reading a Book

TRAUMA AND RECOVERY

JUDITH L HERMAN MD

Turning a Page

SET BOUNDARIES, FIND PEACE

NEDRA GLOVER TAWWAB

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SELF-COMPASSION INCREASES MOTIVATION

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

Reading a Book

LIFE WITHOUT ED

JENNI SCHAEFER

Reading at Home

THE BODY IS NOT AN APOLOGY

SONYA RENEE TAYLOR

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ALL BODIES, ALL FOODS: EPISODE ONE

THE RENFREW CENTER

Reading at Home

THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE

BESSEL VAN DER KOLK MD

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THE WISDOM OF ANXIETY

SHERYL PAUL

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