Question 1

What is a mixed neurotype or neurodivergent couple?

Accepted Answer

A mixed neurotype or neurodivergent couple is a non-clinical term used to describe whether one or both people in a couple are neurodivergent. For example, one person is neurotypical and the other might be autistic. Or perhaps one person is autistic and the other has ADHD. 
These dynamics often have unique communication styles, sensory needs, or emotional regulation needs, or capacities. Without understanding these differences, it can add significant pressure on the relationship to navigate complex issues.

Question 2

How do I know if we are the right fit?

Accepted Answer

The research shows that the quality of our relationship is one of the predictable factors for positive therapeutic outcomes. That's why I offer an in-depth "About" section on the about page, as well as a 20-minute complimentary consultation video call to give you more insight into who I am before we meet for a session.
Starting therapy can be a difficult task on it's own and it's worth the extra effort to meet with multiple therapists before starting. This gives you an idea of who is out there and who may work best for you. 
If we have begun psychotherapy services and you have determined that we aren't a good fit, I strongly encourage you to let me know. This way, if it's appropriate, I can support you by referring alternative clinicians who may be a better fit. 
If I determine that my services are not a good fit for you, I will support you in finding a therapist who may be a better fit for you.

Question 3

What are your fees?

Accepted Answer

My 60 minute session rate is $175 and my 90 minute session rate is $250.

Question 4

Do you direct bill to my insurance?

Accepted Answer

I do not offer direct billing to insurance. I will provide an electronic receipt upon payment that you may submit to your insurance company.
 
All insurance plans vary (e.g. what type of professional services are covered, yearly totals, etc.), and I highly encourage you to review your plan to determine whether psychotherapy services are covered on your plan. If your coverage ends, please inform me and we can determine how to proceed with your therapeutic objectives at that time.

Question 5

What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a psychotherapy to support individuals in developing tools to adapt their thinking patterns and better understand their emotions. ACT is influenced by a values based approach to guide individuals through whatever dilemma they are up against.

Question 6

What is Narrative Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Narrative Therapy is a psychotherapy approach that is built on the idea that we are not defined by the issues, dilemmas, or circumstances we face. Rather, as in the name, we are the authors of our own stories. This isn't saying that we are in complete control of external circumstances. Rather, we have the ability to reframe, edit, or view our experiences from entirely new perspectives. You aren't the problem. The problem, is the problem.

Question 7

What is Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT)?

Accepted Answer

EFCT is an emotion and attachment focused framework designed to support relationships. It emphasizes and prioritizes the role emotions play in relationships. EFCT recognizes the impact that distress has on attachment bonds. The approach focuses on the root causes of the issues and difficulties within a relationship and works to restructure the emotional bonds within them. EFCT, while named a "couples therapy", is adaptable to relationship paradigms of all kinds.

Question 8

What is AEDP?

Accepted Answer

Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) is an experiential model that seeks to process the overwhelming emotions associated with trauma in a way that facilitates corrective emotional and relational experiences that mobilize positive changes in our neuroplastic brains.

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