Psychotherapy

Therapy is a conversation with someone trained to help you make sense of what you are carrying. You do not need a diagnosis to start, and you do not need to have a clear explanation of what is wrong. Wanting things to feel different is enough of a reason.

Who this is for

People come to us at very different points. Some have been managing something for years and have decided they would rather not manage it alone. Some are in the middle of a specific crisis — a loss, a separation, a change they did not choose. Some are here because a doctor, a school, or a family member suggested it.

All of those are ordinary reasons to start.

What we work with

We treat the concerns most people come to therapy for: anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, relationship and family difficulties, and stress or burnout that has stopped responding to rest.

If what you are dealing with is not on that list, it is still worth asking. Part of a first appointment is working out whether we are the right fit — and if we are not, telling you so.

How we work

Individual therapy — one-to-one sessions focused on what you want to change.

Couples therapy — for partners who keep having the same argument in different words, or who have stopped having it at all.

Family therapy — for households under strain, including families adjusting to a child’s diagnosis or a member’s mental-health condition.

Telehealth — sessions by secure video where that works better than travelling.

Sessions are available in English and Spanish. That is not a translation service — it means being understood the first time, in the language you think in.

What to expect

The first appointment is mostly listening. A clinician will ask what brought you in, what you have already tried, and what you would like to be different. Together you will agree on what to work on and roughly how often to meet.

Therapy is not open-ended by default. Some people come for a few months around a specific problem; others stay longer. That is a conversation you keep having, not a decision made for you on day one.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to start therapy?

Not for most plans. Some insurance plans do require a referral from a primary care provider, so it is worth checking with your plan — or asking us and we will help you find out.

Do you offer sessions in Spanish?

Yes. Our clinicians work in English and Spanish, and you can request either when you book.

What is the difference between therapy and psychiatry?

Therapy is talk-based treatment. Psychiatry involves the evaluation and prescribing of medication. Some people use one, some use both. If medication seems worth exploring, we will talk about it and help you find the right provider.

Is what I say confidential?

Yes, with narrow legal exceptions — mainly situations involving immediate risk of serious harm, or abuse of a child or vulnerable adult. Your clinician will explain those limits clearly at your first appointment.

How long does therapy take?

It depends on what you are working on. Some concerns respond within a few months; others take longer. Your clinician will discuss a realistic picture with you rather than committing to a number up front.

What if I have never done this before?

Most people arrive nervous, and quite a few say so out loud in the first ten minutes. You are not expected to arrive with the right words. Starting is the hard part.