In this section, we hope to answer some of the Frequently Asked Questions that a person may have when thinking about talking to a therapist.  It would be quite impossible to write every single question that a person may have when thinking about seeing a therapist, so if you have a question, which hasn’t been addressed, please send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   

1) I don’t really need a therapist, because only “crazy” people need to see a therapist.  Do I?

Some of the healthiest people in the world see a therapist, because it is a healing experience.  You are empowered to confront demons that have been haunting you for years, which you haven't addressed before.  A good therapist will be totally supportive and non-judgmental of you.

2) What is a typical session like?

You will be welcomed to the Office and you will be offered a cool refreshing drink.  You will be led into the Session Room and you have your choice of comfy chairs that you would like to sit in.  You will be asked "Where would you like to begin today?"  In the next fifty minutes, you will have the opportunity to talk about anything that you would like.  You will not cut you off, as what happens in most relationships, as you will find David to be a good listener, who will ask for clarification at times and at other times will promote insight or give you a question to ponder.  The purpose of this is for you to feel like you can totally let your defenses down, because he will always remain supportive and non-judgmental, as long as he believe it is in your best interest.

3) Are you going to spend the whole time talking about my childhood?

The majority of our development takes place between birth and the age of eighteen, but this doesn't totally define who you are as a person or where you are now.  David would like the opportunity to learn some things from your experience growing up, so that he may have an insight into why you may view things in certain manners, as well as to help you to see how far you can go.  He doesn't plan to spend any extended length of time discussing your childhood, unless there are issues from this period in your life that you would like to address.   

4) Is what I say in therapy kept confidential?

For the vast majority of our time together, it will be kept totally confidential besides a brief note that will written and put in a file, which is always kept in a locked File Cabinet.  There are three situations where a therapist will have to break confidentiality, though.  The areas are if the therapist believes that there is abuse of a child or elderly person; if you reveal that you are experiencing Suicidal or Homicidal Ideations; or if there has been a Court Order to release your information.  If David is going to be away, he always try to remain in a position to be available to his clients.  In some instances, he may ask a trusted colleague to cover the caseload, so that they can help out in an emergency. 

5) How do I know that you are the right therapist for me?

David believes that finding the right therapist is like buying a new pair of shoes or buying the perfect dress for the party of the year.  What he is trying to say is that you need to try out a couple of different therapists before you make a decision on the one that you would like to continue the relationship with, because ultimately, you will have a very intimate relationship with your therapist.  It is important to know that there are many different techniques in therapy, but each therapist has their own unique skills, which they offer to their clients.  You are encouraged to schedule an Initial Consultation, so that together you can determine if the relationship will be beneficial for you.

6) Do you accept insurance?

At the present time, David is not accepting any insurance, because of two sticking points.  The primary reason is that as much as the Insurance Companies will tell you that no one will have access to your information, there are way too many people that have access to it.  It is quite possible that you will apply for a job in the future and it could be looked down upon that you saw a therapist, although it is one of the healthiest things in the world.  The other reason that David doesn't accept insurance is because it ultimately comes down to a bottom line, so the insurance company will place a very stringent limit on how many sessions that you may have a calendar year, even though you might benefit from several more sessions. 

In any case, if you would like to utilize insurance and you would like for paperwork or claim forms to be completed on your behalf, David will do this for you.  In general, there will be no charge for this service.

7) What do you think about medications?

If you encounter a therapist, who demands that you take medication, you should stand up and walk right back out the door.  The decision to take a medication should not be taken lightly, as this is a very personal decision that you have to make.  Most people are lead to believe that as soon as they take the medication for the first time, their problem is suddenly going to disappear.  The reality of the situation is that most psychotropic medications take several weeks before they reach their peak level of effectiveness and even then, you might have a decrease in symptoms, the problem will still be there, which is the reason that you should continue with therapy.   

8) Will you talk to my Primary Care Physician or Psychiatrist?

For a therapist to talk to any other person that is involved with your treatment, they are required by Federal Law to have you sign a Release of Information form, which gives permission to discuss your situation with the other party.