FAQs

I have a therapist that I love but I am feeling stuck and not making much progress. Would Companioning Therapy help me?

Meredith loves working with other therapists that are very skilled in what they do but have not focused on trauma recovery work. In Companioning Therapy Meredith works with your primary therapist to identify specific stuck spots and uses EMDR and other trauma recovery methods to aide you in enriching your work with your therapist. Often times, you will only need 4-10 focused sessions with Meredith (which does not need to interrupt your usual schedule with your therapist) to move forward in your progress. (This service is not covered by insurance)

What is Couples Therapy and how is it different from individual therapy?

Couples therapy offers numerous benefits, helping couples develop healthier communication patterns, resolve conflicts constructively, and enhance emotional and physical intimacy. It provides tools for understanding each other’s needs and perspectives, facilitating deeper connection and empathy. The therapy supports couples through significant life transitions, such as marriage, parenthood, or career changes, and helps prevent issues before they escalate. By promoting emotional growth and self-awareness, couples therapy fosters a healthier relationship dynamic. Unlike individual therapy, which focuses on personal issues and self-improvement, couples therapy centers on the relationship itself, addressing the interactions and dynamics between partners. Meredith is experienced in working with LGBTQIA+ couples, ensuring a safe, supportive space for all partners to explore and strengthen their bond.

I’ve never talked to anyone. I’m used to handling things on my own. Aren’t people who go to therapy weak?

Not at all. People who ask for help know when they need it and have the courage to reach out. Everyone needs help now and then. In our work together, I’ll help you explore and identify your strengths and how to implement them to reduce the influence of the problems you are facing.

What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?

The difference is between someone who can do something, and someone who has the training and experience to do that same thing professionally. A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way– teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, counseling is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation provokes a great deal of negative emotion, and you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.

How does it work? What do I have to do in sessions?

Because each person has different issues and goals for counseling, it will be different depending on the individual. I tailor my therapeutic approach to your specific needs. But, I can almost promise you that we will laugh, connect and you will feel much more relaxed even after the first session. Reaching out to make an appointment and then walking through the door are the hardest steps. Almost 100% of clients that come to see Meredith for one session schedule again. It feels so good to talk and have someone truly listen that can help you move forward in your life and goals.

How long will it take?

Unfortunately, this is not possible to say in a general FAQs page. Everyone’s circumstances are unique to them and the length of time therapy can take to allow you to accomplish your goals depends on your desire for personal development, your commitment, and the factors that are driving you to seek counseling in the first place. If this is a concern, try a Solutions Focused session first before moving forward with weekly sessions.