FAQ
Where is the office located? Where do I park?
Our office is located on the upper floor at the following address:
The Power to Heal LLC
1921 Boston Post Road, #205
Westbrook, CT 06498
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There is convenient parking in both the front and back of the building.
Upon entering, you’ll find the stairs in the center of the plaza. When you get to the top of the stairs, you’ll take a left down the hallway. The office is the first door on the right.
Have a seat in the waiting room, and We’ll come out to get you for your scheduled session.
How long is a typical session, and how often do we meet?
Our sessions will be 55 minutes long. We’ll start by seeing each other weekly, as this is the proven best way to make the most progress toward your goals early on. There will likely then come a time when we both notice you’ve made significant strides.
When we see this, we’ll explore whether moving to a schedule of every other week makes more sense to maintain your progress. You can count on us to stay transparent about our observations and what we believe will be in your best interest.
How do I set up an initial appointment?
Give us a call at 203-350-2527 or email us at admin@thepowertohealllc.com. We can chat via email and schedule the appointment then.
What is your rate? Do you accept insurance?
Therapy is one of the most important investments you can make in yourself. We believe in results that will serve you for years into the future as you reflect on the significant work you’ve done, and breakthroughs you made during our sessions. Therapy with us is your private, confidential time to explore and work through the barriers that otherwise would have remained in your way.
We offer both out-of-pocket/private pay and insurance options. Our private rate varies between $150-$350 per 55-minute session for individuals. We sometimes have a sliding scale available, so please inquire.
We accept credit card, debit card, cash, check, and HSA/FSA/HRA benefits. We are in-network with the following insurance companies:
Anthem
UnitedHealthcare
Optum
Oxford
Do you have a cancellation policy?
When we set our therapy schedule, we reserve that time for you and prepare weekly for our work together to be as effective as possible. Communication is critical for avoiding late cancellations, as we would much rather see you than bill a missed session! If you need to cancel a session, we ask that you provide us a minimum of 48-hours’ prior notice.
We always prefer to attempt to reschedule that week’s session rather than simply cancel and skip that week’s work altogether. Please contact us to work together to see what other availability we have, as we’ll make every attempt to fit you in elsewhere if we can.
No-shows and sessions canceled in less than 48-hours will be billed the full fee.
What is the age range and gender of your clients?
What modalities do you work with?
Our method targets specific techniques to address the concern or challenge, and we use evidence-based practices on what you present in the session. We base this on collaboration with you, our knowledge of how therapies have been shown to work in research and with other clients, and other factors.
Therapy is COLLABORATIVE with goals and objectives.
We work with Solution-Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
How long will I be in therapy?
Do your clients receive homework to complete between sessions?
We often assign things for you to read, or work on in between our sessions; therapy works best if you practice the tools, and skills that you learn in our sessions in between our time together. The more work you put into your treatment and recovery, the more benefit you will receive.
If we give you something to do and it you don’t think it makes sense for you to do it, we leave it up to you to try on new skills for size.
Can I use video therapy in lieu of, or in addition to, office visits?
Yes. Many clients consider online video therapy by itself extremely helpful.
Video therapy or telehealth is secure and encrypted, and we encourage you to visit the dedicated online therapy page to learn more! Of course, feel free to ask us questions!
Telehealth is convenient, and it happens in the comfort of your home. All you need for these teleconferencing services is the free app called Telehealth by SimplePractice, a quiet private location, and an adequate data or WIFI signal.
Billed the same as a traditional therapy session, the experience is seamless!
What is your professional training and experience?
Our training varies, but we all have masters degrees and we are licensed by the Connecticut Department of Public Health as psychotherapists.
Will I have to lie down on a couch?
No. we have a couch in the office, but you’re not required to lie down on it. The couch is typically used for psychoanalysis, which we do not practice.
Have you been in therapy yourself?
Yes, we a firm believers in ongoing therapy.
Are you a dog or a cat person?
While we love all animals, Joanna spends hours in the woods or on the beach walking with her dog, Max.
