Fran Roslin, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist.
Am I the right fit for you?
Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you is very important. Separate from the actual theories and techniques used in therapy, the relationship between you and your therapist is the most healing factor of any good therapy. I would describe myself as very warm, open and caring. I do my best to be my authentic self in the room with my clients, while offering support, practical coping skills and some levity when needed. It is this genuine, openness that many people say they appreciate most about working with me. By the end of the first 2-3 sessions you should have a sense of whether or not my counseling style and personality is compatible with yours. You will know I am a good fit for you if you:
Feel you and I are connecting and building a good rapport.
Feel like you get to be yourself with me and are heard and supported.
Find yourself opening up and talking about things that you don’t normally talk about.
Feel like you take the things you learn and discover in session with you and think about them over the week and find yourself looking forward to sessions.
I’ve never been to counseling before. What can I expect?
When we first talk over the phone, we will spend a brief time talking about what has lead you to seek counseling and I can answer initial questions you may have. In general, the focus of the first couple of sessions will be on collecting history, rapport building and getting to know you. From then on we will focus on your presenting problems, symptom reduction and personal growth. Sometimes the beginning of therapy can be hard and some people experience a worsening of symptoms before they get better. This is because we spend so much of our lives avoiding or burying negative experiences and emotions and therapy tends to bring them to the surface. I am here to support you through these difficulties if they arise and we will work through them together.
How long will I be in therapy?
The length of therapy differs with each person and situation. We will discuss this and re-evaluate as we progress. Therapy is typically done on a weekly basis until your life is back in balance. Regardless if that is a short or extended time, my goal is to create life-long relationships with my clients so that you will seek me out at those times when you are in need of extra support, are in crisis, or just want to grow in your life and relationships.
What options do I have with regards to covering the cost of therapy with you?
I provide therapy on a fee-for-service basis. Cash or check is required at the time of our appointment. Although I do not presently accept insurance as payment for services, I am happy to provide a superbill, for your insurance company to reimburse you direct. Although it can be difficult to make the financial commitment to therapy, it is truly a valuable investment in yourself and your future.