Common Questions
Is Therapy Right for Me?
Therapy is for anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental issues.
Therapy is for all of us when we are going through a time of loss or major life changes.
Therapy can help with making significant life decisions.
Therapy provides a non-judgmental "safe space" with a trained objective listener to talk to.
Do I Really Need Therapy?
I can usually handle my own problems.
Maybe. Are you obsessing about a problem? Feeling stuck? Unable to get focused or even function?
Therapy can help you learn tools to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. And that may be just enough for you.
Therapy is not a friendship. Many people come to therapy because it feels like they're "wearing out" friends and family talking about the pain.
What is Therapy Like?
Therapy sessions are simply time spent with a trusted counselor talking openly about what's bothering you and learning new ways of thinking and behaving to improve your life.
In couples' counseling, the counselor will meet with both of you at times, and maybe individually sometimes. The counselor helps you hear and understand each other better. The goals are:
*improved communication
*problem solving
*conflict resolution
The counselor may teach some and have you practice skills in session. Oh, and we may just give you homework to do :)
How Can Therapy Help Me?
Some of the benefits available from therapy include:
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Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values
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Developing skills for improving your relationships
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Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy
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Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
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Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures
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Improving communications and listening skills
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Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones
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Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage
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Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence
Is Medication a Substitute for Therapy?
Most psychiatrists recommend continuing therapy along with prescribed medications.
Is Therapy Confidential?
Yes, the law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and psychotherapist. No information is disclosed without prior written permission from the client.
Exceptions include:
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Suspected child abuse or dependant adult or elder abuse. The therapist is required to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
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If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person. The therapist is required to notify the police.
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If a client intends to harm himself or herself. The therapist will make every effort to work with the individual to ensure their safety. However, if an individual does not cooperate, additional measures may need to be taken.
Do You Accept Insurance?
How does insurance work?
We currently do not accept insurance, but can supply you with a super bill with a diagnosis and all the codes so that you may submit it to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement or deducible coverage, however, we do not guarantee reimbursement.
If you have insurance and wish to file, please see the information below:
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Do I have mental health insurance benefits?
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What is my deductible and has it been met?
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How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
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What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
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Is approval required from my primary care physician?
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Does my insurance cover "out of network" providers?
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Connie Branham, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL License MH3357, NPI # 1619182359
How Do I Pay?
The Healing Place clients pay out of pocket in full at the time of service.
Payment:
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Major credit and debit cards accepted for payment.