What is therapy?
Therapy involves talking through issues and problems and finding ways to make changes. Successful therapy begins with the development of a trusting relationship between the therapist and client. Once a therapeutic relationship develops, the client and therapist discuss the client’s issues or problems and how they affect the client’s current life. After gaining a better understanding of these issues, the therapist and client work together to identify behaviors the client can use to create changes in their life.
Who goes to therapy?
Many different types of people go to therapy. Therapy is not a service limited to a particular race, gender, or class background. Sometimes there is the perception that only wealthy people attend therapy. In fact, most of my clients are not weathly and work to make ends meet. My clients are of different races, genders, and economic backgrounds. However, they all have one thing in common, they recognize that their life is not as satisfying as they want it to be. They seek therapy to increase their happiness and life satisfaction.
What can I expect in a therapy session?
Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth. There may be times when you are asked to take certain actions outside of the therapy sessions, such as reading a relevant book or keeping records to track certain behaviors. Between sessions it is important process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life. For therapy to be most effective you must be an active participant, both during and between the sessions.
Am I ready for therapy?
Therapy is a commitment, a commitment to improving your current situation. It is a process of learning about yourself and creating change. Therapy provides a space to explore who you are and what you do that may not be beneficial to you. Therapy provides the support to identify these various aspects of yourself so that you can make the changes necessary to yield a more satisfying life.
Consider the following statements to see if you are ready for therapy.
· I want to take responsibility for making changes in my life.
· I will accept assistance in making these changes.
· I am willing to make a commitment to the therapeutic process.
· I will make time in my life for therapy on a regular basis.
If you agree with any of these statements, then you are ready to begin therapy.
♦Start booking process by scheduling online, calling, or completing a contact form
♦Submit payment before session if not using Insurance,
♦Complete and sign consent form sent to you
♦Upon receipt of payment, you will receive an email or text from Dr. Murphy's Office Manager to confirm your scheduled session.
♦Final Confirmation of session will include a HIPAA protected, secure meeting link that requires you to “RSVP” within 24-48 hours to confirm that you will attend your session. You also will have the option to decline the session if you need to reschedule your appointment.
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