Getting Started

During the initial intake session, I will begin to hear your story and ask a lot of questions so that I may grow in my understanding of you and your hopes for counseling. We will form an initial impression of the concerns you have, allowing us to create a blueprint for counseling guided by your personal goals. Of course you may continue to provide me with more information in future sessions and the treatment plan may evolve, but this session is focused on understanding the concerns you present and conceptualizing our initial plan to approach counseling.

This appointment is also an opportunity for you to clarify any questions that you may have about the paperwork you are provided as well as ask any questions you may have about my professional history or approach to counseling.

For minors or individuals who have guardians other than themselves, I do ask that the parent or guardian participate in the first 15-30 minutes of the appointment. In most cases I will spend the remainder of the appointment with the client only, and may ask the parent or guardian to step back in for the last 5-10 minutes if necessary.

At the time of your intake, you will have the opportunity to schedule your next appointment if we decide together that outpatient therapy is the right choice for you. In some cases, we may find that you need something different than what I offer at Boxwood Counseling and Consultation PLLC. In that scenario, I will make alternative recommendations and referrals to help you get what you need.