The Focused Mindfulness Center
The Focused Mindfulness Center
Coming to Therapy
Coming to Therapy
Coming to therapy can be a scary experience for some people, we understand this fear. We here at the Focused Mindfulness Center want to ensure your experience is not only a good experience but one you will say was useful. Initially we will have a brief phone or video chat with you. This allows both of us to "break the ice" before your first appointment. If at anytime you feel we are not a good fit, say something and we will see if we can help you find a therapist who will better fit your needs. After this scheduling meeting initial paperwork will be emailed to you. This allows you to complete the paperwork on your own schedule without feeling rushed the day of your appointment. The day of your appoint simply arrive at our clinic about 5 minutes early. We are located inside Functional Health Associates. Simply tell the receptionist who you are here to see and your therapist will come and greet you. Each appointment will last about 55 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q-How can therapy help?
A-Your therapist will work with you to identify your personal goals for counseling and then tailor counseling to you and your goals. You can expect that your therapist will listen closely to understand your experience and then find ways to assist you in moving towards your goals. Therapy is a personalized experience, so how it helps differs from person to person. It will often involve things such as getting a different perspective on your experiences, exploring and discovering things about yourself, making changes in unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, processing difficult experiences, and learning healthy coping tools.
Q-Is counseling confidential?
A-Yes, everything you say is confidential. There are a few exceptions, but they are rare incidents.
Q-How long will I be in counseling?
A-Many problems can be dealt with in a brief period, but this is not always the case. There is no magic number or formula to determine how long it may take. You and your therapist will speak regularly about your progress. Eventually you and your therapist may determine that you have met your therapy goals. At this point, you may discuss your need for continued therapy. You may also bring up this topic at any time during your sessions.
Q-How often will I come to therapy?
A-The frequency of therapy is mutually agreed upon by you and your therapist and is largely based on your presenting issues and the goals of treatment. Group counseling and workshops usually meet weekly, though this may also vary.
Q-When will I start to feel better?
A-Again, there is no set timetable for how long it will take until you feel better. Relief may come from a variety of sources, including making changes in your thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and choices, and may take time to achieve. However, many students report that counseling can be helpful even after the first session. This may be because of the relief that comes from deciding to seek help, or an opportunity to speak about problems for the first time with someone who is impartial and nonjudgmental. Please remember it is important that you share with your therapist if you are not experiencing any improvement after working in therapy for some time, so the two of you may determine what changes may need to be made
Helping you become the person you were always meant to be, one step at a time.