Common Questions
About Therapy
How Private is Therapy?
The law protects the relationship between a client and a psychotherapist. No information cannot be disclosed without the client’s written permission.
Exceptions include:
- Suspected child abuse or dependent adult or elder abuse, for which I am required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
- If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s, I must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
- If a client intends to harm himself or herself, I will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in ensuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, I will take further measures without their permission that are provided to me by law in order to ensure their safety.
Initial Consultation
Prior to scheduling an initial appointment I offer a free phone consultation to help you determine if I am the right “fit” for you as a therapist. A free consultation runs 15 minutes in length. If you are interested in a consultation appointment please contact me by email at info@leahbrennantherapy.com.
What is Therapy Like?
Therapy can vary greatly depending on the individual and the goals of the clinician and the patient. I will want to discuss the events that lead you to seek therapy in the first place and move on to resolving more specific goals in collaboration with you. Our sessions will be scheduled weekly and will last 55 minutes.
Therapy can be focused on a singular issue or focus on addressing overarching personal issues and working on emotional growth. To help achieve this, I might suggest books, activities, or keeping a personal journal.
Payment and Insurance
Do You Accept Insurance?
My fee is $160 for each 55 minute session. Initial diagnostic sessions are also $160. I accept payment by cash, check, credit card, Zelle or Chase QuickPay. I collect credit card information for each client to keep on file.
I do not accept insurance, but I do help clients obtain full or partial reimbursement for their out of pocket costs toward therapy.
I hold spaces open for clients who are uninsured or are unable to pay the full fee. Do not let finances or lack of insurance be a barrier to engaging in therapy.
Sliding Scale/Fee Waiver
My fee is $160 for each 55 minute session. Initial diagnostic sessions are also $160. I accept payment by cash, check, credit card, Zelle or Chase QuickPay. I collect credit card information for each client to keep on file.
I hold spaces open for clients who are uninsured or are unable to pay the full fee. Do not let finances or lack of insurance be a barrier to engaging in therapy.
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