Getting Started with Therapy

Ever wonder why your therapist isn’t in-network with your insurance? In today’s blog post, I break down the behind-the-scenes realities of mental health care—from low reimbursement rates to strict diagnostic rules—and explain why therapists opt out to protect client care.

Searching for a therapist for yourself or your teen daughter can feel overwhelming, especially when navigating clinical terms, specialties, and niche statements. In today’s post, I break down the difference between generalist and specialist therapists, common therapy niches you may come across, and actionable tips to help you filter through your options to find exactly the support you’re looking for.

Confused by terms like CBT, EMDR, or IFS while searching for the right therapist? You’re not alone. Therapy modalities are the framework of the therapeutic process, guiding how a therapist helps you or your teen daughter heal, reframe thoughts, and regulate your nervous system. In today’s blog post, I break down common therapy modalities you might encounter and answer frequently asked questions to help you find the right fit.

Confused by therapist credentials? You’re not alone. Get a clear breakdown of associate vs. independently licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PhD, PsyD) so you can navigate the alphabet soup of mental health and find the right fit therapist for you or your teen daughter.