Common Questions
Why do people engage in therapy? People enter into therapy for many reasons. Some need to respond to unexpected changes in their lives while others seek self-exploration and personal growth. Coping skills are complicated by guilt, doubt, anxiety or despair. Therapy can provide support, improve problem-solving skills and enhance one’s ability to cope with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, lack of confidence, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, bereavement, stress management, body issues. People seeking psychotherapy are willing to take responsibility for their actions, work toward understanding and creating greater awareness in their lives.
What benefits can I expect from working with a therapist? Therapy can be beneficial on many levels. Often it is helpful just to know that someone understands what you are feeling. Therapy can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you toward a solution. Many people find therapy to be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns and the challenges of daily life. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:• Better understanding of yourself, goals and values • Developing skills for improving your relationships • Finding new ways to cope with stress and anxiety • Managing anger, depression and other emotional pressures • Improving communication skills • Changing old behaviors and developing new ones • Discovering new ways to solve problems • Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence.
What can I expect in a therapy session? During sessions, we can talk about the primary concerns and issues in your life, your feelings, the progress you are making, etc. During the time between sessions, it is beneficial to continue to think about and work on what was discussed. Reading a relevant book or recording your thoughts and observations can lead to greater insight and self-awareness. Therapy is most productive when everyone involved is an active participant, both during and outside of the therapy sessions.
How can my insurance help pay for my therapy visits? As a courtesy, this office will submit insurance claims to your insurance carrier on your behalf. However, your insurance contract is between you and your insurance company. Ultimately, you are responsible for payment for services. In accepting this courtesy, you agree not to hold this office liable for insurance processing problems.
What if I need to cancel an appointment? Please schedule appointment times that you are reasonably certain you can keep. If you must cancel an appointment, please do so via the telephone at least 48 hours in advance. If you handle a cancellation in this manner, it is possible to offer your scheduled time to another person who needs it. Cancellations made without this 48 hours advance notice may be charged to you.
What if I need to call you? You may leave a message anytime at 440-442-8600. I will return your call as soon as possible. If necessary, telephone consultation can be provided at the same rate as an office visit. If an emergency occurs, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
What is the cost of this service? The fee is $150 per clinical hour (45-50) minutes. Unless otherwise specified, any session longer than that will be charged at the hourly rate.
How are payments made? It is simplest if payment (or co-payment) is made at the time of service. Your billing statements will reflect services given and payments received as well as the usual, customary, and reasonable (UCR) adjustments (discounts) applied. Balances that remain unpaid for an unreasonable length of time may be subject to a 1.5% per month interest charge. If you having difficulty paying your balance, do not hesitate to call me to arrange a payment plan.
What if my personal information changes? Please notify me of any changes in your address, telephone number or insurance information. Please provide copy of your insurance card, front and back. Downloadable PDF Forms are located in Insurance Forms tab section. Please fill these out and email them back to dsg@dsglisw.com. Thank You!
Additional questions? Please feel free to contact me with any additional questions via dialogue button in lower right hand corner or call 440-442-8600. I look forward to our meeting.